Flowers
Below is the contact information for a florist recommended by the funeral home.
Taylor's Florist and Gifts
215 E. Michigan Ave.
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 657-6256
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Ambati
1830 S. Westnedge
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 349-4961
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Life Story / Obituary
Gloria Paul, age 80, of Paw Paw, formerly of Roselle, IL, passed away on October 29, 2024. She was born on February 12, 1944, in Chicago, IL, to Thomas and Florence (Cairo) Calabrese. Gloria was the heart of her family. She cherished every moment spent with her children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, creating a legacy of love that will forever resonate in their hearts. Family dinners at her home and hosting holidays were her greatest joys, where she would cook with passion and always be the last to sit down at the table. Gloria had a unique flair for making everyone feel special, often expressing her affection through warm hugs and playful banter. She was also known for her spirited debates, such as “gravy” versus “sauce,” asserting that it was always “gravy!"
A devoted sports fan, Gloria’s enthusiasm for the Chicago Bears, Blackhawks, and White Sox, shone brightly. In her leisure time, she occasionally enjoyed the thrill of the riverboat where playing the slots offered great excitement. Despite her love for family, Gloria was not one for travel, taking just one plane ride in her lifetime—to Las Vegas, where she married her “Honey,” Frank Paul. A woman of deep faith, Gloria turned to God in times of struggle, always ready to offer prayers for those in need. Gloria's devotion to family, feisty but kind personality, her zest for life, and her endless love will be remembered by all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Paul; her sibling, Francis Sparti; and daughter-in-law, Tiffany Pellegrino. Gloria is survived by her three children: Jim (Lisa) Pellegrino, Dan (Jessica) Pellegrino, and Frank (India) Paul; grandchildren: Gianna (Kevin), Jimmy, Justin, Cenzo, Nico, and Maggie; great-grandchildren, Logan and Isla; nieces: Annmarie (Jimmy) Corcorran and Donna (John) Novak; along with many great-nieces and great-nephews.
Services will take place at a later date. Celebrate Gloria's life online by sharing stories and photos on her personal web page at BetzlerLifeStory.com. Betzler & Thompson Life Story Funeral Homes, 60900 M40, Paw Paw, MI 49079. (269) 657-3870.