Paula was born on December 26, 1962 in Springfield the daughter of the late Charles Richard Crayne and Betty Ann (Templeton) Crayne-Kirner.
She worked in the custodial department for the U.S. Post Office. She loved to garden, loved her flowers, especially her sunflowers, and being in nature.
Paula is survived by her 3 children, Taren (fiancé Chris Kemper) Spaugh of Springfield, Jodee (husband Nick) Stanley of Litchfield, IL, and Zack (fiancé Jessica) Carey of Springfield; 10 grandchildren, Anthony, Shelby, Annabelle, Cole, Mason, Logan, Brody, Finn, Jayce, Riley, and Kannon; and 4 siblings, Patty Butler, Pam Crayne-Smith, Chuck Crayne, and Steve Crayne.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by 1 brother John Crayne.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bisch and Son Funeral Home, 505 E. Allen, Springfield. Cremation rites were accorded. No services are scheduled at this time.
Memorials may be made to the Phoenix Center, Springfield, IL.