Harold "Butch" Paulson, son of the late Charles and Jessie (Champlin) Paulson, passed away on January 5, 2025, surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Robin (Hood) Paulson, his son Charles Paulson and his wife Josie of Russell, MA, daughter Shonda Polzin and her husband Lance of Wisconsin, Heather Andrus and her husband Jon of Otis, Kraig Johnston, Chasity Shepard and her husband Jeff of Lee, his brother Peter Paulson and his wife Stephanie of West Stockbridge, 21 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his son, Richard, in 2006.

Harold worked at Hamilton Standard for over 35 years. He enjoyed bowling, deep sea fishing, and all around sportsmanship. He will be dearly missed.

Funeral services for Harold "Butch" Paulson will be held in the spring at the Otis Cemetery, details to be announced in the future. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to HospiceCare in the Berkshires. Checks may be mailed in care of the Kelly Funeral Home, 3 Main Street, Lee, MA 01238.

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