Paul Frank Wages

Paul was born in Warren, MN on February 8, 1958, the son of Ward Wages and Eunice Bren Wages.

After attending Warren area schools, he completed two aviation programs at Northland Community College in Thief River Falls, MN.

On June 2, 1979, Paul married Karlene Johnson, and the couple made their home in Thief River Falls before Paul enlisted in the army in 1982. He was honorably discharged in 1991.

Paul and Karlene had one daughter, Deija, and were looking forward to celebrating their 40th anniversary this year.

Paul was employed as an avionics technician, most recently at Panasonic.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Eunice (Jim) Abrahamson, and brother, Ward Wages, Jr.

He is survived by his wife, Karlene; daughter, Deija (Nick Conde) Wages; grandsons, Caden, Logan, and Cameron; father, Ward (Marj); sisters, Gay (John) Oehlke, Terri Smith, Deb (Curt) Myrfield, Mary (Gary) Warner, and Elly (Dean) Peterson; stepbrothers Ken (Rose) Peterson, Kevin Peterson, and Craig (Tammy) Peterson; and several nieces and nephews.

In accordance with Paul’s wishes, no public service is planned. Those who wish to honor his life are encouraged to make a donation to the Wounded Warrior Project or American Heart Association. Online condolences may be shared at www.gearhartfuneralhome.com.