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Pauline Frances Stimac was born on June 30, 1934, on June 30th, 2026 the world said goodbye to a very special soul. Born 92 years earlier to Nicholas and Francesca Stimac in the town of Mohawk, MI, she began a life full of spirit and determination.
Determined to live her best life, she became a kind, empathetic, giving soul. Her religious beliefs became a cornerstone that brought many opportunities. She learned to sew and discovered a love of books that lasted until her later years. In her lifetime she worked in a flower shop, preparing flower arrangements, was paper delivery person to businesses, a phone operator, and worked at School Pictures.
She raised 6 children and was active in the Boy Scouts as a Den mother.
After retiring, she spent several years on the road with her husband, Arnold Roberts, they traveled with Circus Vargas where she was a clown wife. They settled in Bullhead City for a time and worked as change person at the Colorado Belle casino in Laughlin Nev.
Pauline lived a full and interesting life. Her determination to live beyond her father's age of 91 was a shining example for all of us. When she was called home, she was met by her husband, parents, siblings and even 2 grandchildren - Mary and Melissa.
She is survived by 6 children Kenneth, Kevin, Kim, Corinne Workman, Kelly and Chris Cruz (Benjamin). Additionally, 17 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, 4 great- great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
We will miss her loving guidance, strong personality. She will always be in our hearts and minds. We are eternally grateful she is home with her heavenly loved ones, until we meet again, love you mom, always.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Starts at 6:00 pm (Pacific time)
Gaffney Funeral Home
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Starts at 10:00 am (Pacific time)
St. John of the Woods Church (Tacoma, WA)
Friday, July 10, 2026
11:00 - 11:30 am (Pacific time)
Tahoma National Cemetery, Kent, Washington
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