Pauline "Paula" Koffel

Pauline Koffel was an empathetic, loyal, kind, loving, and giving person. She was a beloved sister, Aunt, and friend. To family and friends who knew her best, she was in a league of her own and second to none.

Paula was born on February 6, 1955 in Fort Worth, Texas. She was the daughter of Teofilo and Delores Hernandez. Paula grew up in Fort Worth, Texas and was raised with 6 siblings. She had four brothers Bobby, Teofilo (Tuffy), Tommy, and Gilbert and two sisters Alice and Belinda (Bee). She and her siblings experienced rivalries typical of a growing family, but they shared many life experiences over the years.

She was a former Texas Girls Choir member and could always be caught singing a tune. In her spare time, she loved to travel and was always considered a good friend to those she knew. Paula had several close friends during her lifetime which included her childhood best friend Candy Espinosa. Later in life, she also became best friends with BJ and Stella.

Paula was blessed with two children, Clint Allen and Zane. She was an amazing mother and always fulfilled their needs. Another blessing was her grandson Zavian.

She was employed for Atlas Match for 30 years. Showing a strong work ethic, she worked diligently and was very successful in her career as a Supervisor. When Paula’s retirement finally arrived in 2019, she thoroughly enjoyed helping raise her grandson Zavian. Even in retirement, Paula continued to stay in touch with her old friends while making plenty of new friends.

Paula enjoyed her leisure time by taking part in various hobbies and spending time with her family. You could always catch her playing the penny slots in Oklahoma with her sisters. She also enjoyed traveling and going on vacations. It was a chance for her to renew and relax, visit new places, and experience new things. Her favorite vacations included visiting Vegas and a cruise with her nephew Tommy, Bonnie, Pam, and the rest of the family.

Paula passed away on March 11, 2022 at Brentwood Nursing Home. Paula fought hard to recover from her stroke. She is survived by her two sons Clint Allen and Zane along with her grandson Zavian. She is preceded in death by her husband Chris; her mother Delores; and her father Teofilo. Services were held at Anderson-Clayton-Gonzalez Funeral Home. Paula's ashes will be given to her sons Clint Allen and Zane Koffel.

Paula was a generous and helpful soul who could always make you laugh. She will, for all time, be remembered as someone who was a vital part of their lives. Paula leaves behind a legacy of life-long friendships and many cherished memories. Everyone whose life she touched will always remember Pauline Koffel.

A memorial service for Paula will be held Saturday, March 26, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Anderson-Clayton-Gonzalez Funeral Home, 1111 Military Parkway, Mesquite, Texas 75149.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.andersonclaytongonzalez.com for the Koffel family.