Deanna Paulat

Deanna Luise Paulat, 74 Deanna left her earthly body to be in the glorious presence of the Lord on June 12, 2012. She lived a life wrapped in the love of Jesus. Her family cherishes the memories of her faithful love for all, which was exampled by Jesus love for all. Deanna Bills was born Oct 20, 1937 in Urbana, Ohio to DeWitt and Beatrice Bills. She graduated from Edison High School in Minneapolis, then attended St. Paul Bible College where she met her husband, Martin Paulat. Deanna and Martin started several churches in Minnesota and had several ministries in Idaho as well as raising 7 children. She also obtained a nursing degree. Deanna was very active in volunteer work and working for various Christian ministries around the Twin Cities area. God gave her a passion for Prison fellowship which she was involved in until the time of her passing. Deanna was known for her unconditional love for everyone she met regardless of their past, showing them the way to a joyous and everlasting future. She is survived by 2 brothers, Duane and Fred Bills, 2 sisters, Lois Dazenski and Janet Ward, 7 children, David, Philip, Marty (Cindy), Grace (Larry), Faith (Doug), Joshua and Glory, 9 grandchildren and 3 step-grandchildren. Visitation at Miller Funeral Home in Fridley, MN 5 to 8pm Sunday, June 17. Memorial service 11am Monday June 18th at Word of Life Church in Coon Rapids with visitation 1 hour prior.