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Paula L. Arundale, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, lover, and friend, passed away on her late father's birthday, December 31, 2006 at her home in Green Valley, AZ. Although she will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her, we will rejoice in the memory of her love of life, her sense of humor and of adventure, and her gentle nature. She was born June 5, 1932 in Chicago, IL and lived a full, rich life. She grew up and attended school all over the U.S., moving often as her father climbed the corporate ladder. After marrying in 1952, Paula moved to Albuquerque, NM where she would spend most of her adult life. She also lived two years in Blacksburg, VA and seven in Aurora, IL. After raising a family and operating a family owned business, Paula earned a degree in Business Administration at UNM. She then joined a group of neurosurgeons, as their business manager, where she worked for years before retiring to pursue her favorite career: world adventurer. Paula and her dog would often take Casa Raton, her small RV, on trips around the country and to Mexico. The Galapagos Islands and Aruba were the most recent of many foreign destinations visited over the years. She sailed warm waters, skied cold mountains, rafted raging rivers, and enjoyed meeting people wherever she went. Many of her adventures included family and old friends, most included new friends she made along the way. Paula was preceded in death by her parents, Barbara and William Langefeld; and her brother, Richard Langefeld. She is survived by her soul mate, Richard Wadley and their dog, Misty; her daughters, Connie Arundale, Cathy Peterson and husband, Terry, Debbie Arundale, and Vicki Arundale; and their father, Doug Arundale; her brother, Phil Langefeld and wife, Varda; grandchildren, Corey, Chad, Tiffany, Tony, and Kenna; great-grandchildren, Leandra, Berlin, and Hunter; and many dear friends. As she requested, Paula was cremated and no public service is scheduled. Memorial contributions may be made in Paula's name to: The American Lung Association, 7001 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
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