Paula Sue Kleine, 59, Joplin, Missouri, died at her home Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 10:29 a.m. following an illness.
Born in Joplin, Missouri, September 2, 1964, Paula was the daughter of Mary Ruth Warren and Charles Kleine. She graduated from Webb City High School in the early 1980’s. As a lifelong resident of the four-state area, she worked as an LPN in several nursing homes throughout the area.
Paula was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Mary Ruth; as well as two special dogs, Maxx and Sheba.
Survivors include one daughter, Kristen Sherwood (husband, Thomas) of Joplin, Missouri, one brother, Brent Warren of Republic, Missouri and one sister, Pam Strickland of Carthage, Missouri.
Paula has been entrusted to Derfelt Funeral Home of Galena for cremation. No services are planned at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes. com.