

She was born to Doris and Robert Henry on October 30, 1944 in Waterville, Maine. Upon the passing of Doris, Robert married Lillian Turcotte when Paula was 16. She attended Lawrence High School and was a drum majorette in the marching band. Paula was a seamstress for many years but she retired from USAA as an Insurance Representative. Paula married John Coffman in Sun City, Arizona on July 20, 2003.
Paula loved making hand knitted blankets. She frequently donated them to Maggie’s Place in Phoenix, Arizona.
Another one of Paula’s loves was being a “Nana”. Paula enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Being a nana was so special to her.
Paula is preceded by Doris, Robert, Lillian, Patricia Jo (sister) and Lee (brother).
Paula is survived by her husband John Coffman, sisters Connie Mitchell (Larry), Kathy Libby (Ron), daughter Gina Slaughter (Dan), son Roy Bowman (Kelly), 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Paula’s service will be held at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona 23029 N. Cave Creek Road Phoenix, Arizona at 10:30am on September 7, 2021.
In lieu of flowers, please consider sending donations in Paula’s name to either Maggie’s Place in Phoenix or to your preferred Veterans Charity.
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