She is survived by her husband, Ross Easterling of Copper City; her sister Jana Sunnarborg of Germany; her children, Kendra Joy (Tomas) Kotila of Copper City, Seth (Brenda) Harjala of Seattle, Washington, and Garett (Claire) Easterling of Oahu, Hawaii; her grandchildren, Milo Harjala and Danger Kotila; her mother, Joan (Arthur) Lasanen of Hancock; her mother-in-law M. Dawn Easterling (Doug Linn) of Pinckney, Michigan; and her niece and nephews, Mackenzie, Jantzen and Christian Sunnarborg of Germany. Our “Color of Joy,” Pauline Joy Easterling, 55, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 1, 2020, after over six years of living life to the fullest with metastatic breast cancer.
A fisherman’s daughter from Big Traverse Bay, she attended Lake Linden-Hubbell High School where she was active in track and band. After her diagnosis with metastatic breast cancer in 2014, Pauline continued living her life. Pauline brought joy to our world. On November 8, 1996, Pauline married Ross Easterling, her “knight in shining armor.” Her love for him knew no bounds; she shared his impact on her life with anyone who’d listen.
A fisherman’s daughter from Big ...“Suck it up, buttercup!” Lucas loved a lot – classic films and music, video games, playing instruments, and his time in band, JROTC and Raiders at Calumet High School.
She’d say, “this is what we do now. She had an infectious smile, the strongest heart, and was always there, always. But if you asked anyone, they’d say Lucas was sweet, kind, caring and filled with so much love.His jokes never fell flat (even when he thought they did).If there was a fly in the room, it’d land in his food.He was happiest during family time, trying to convince us all to play Monopoly.He is preceded in death by his paternal grandpa, Ronald Easterling and the best dog ever Otis.As received from Antila Funeral Service: Robert J. Burial will take place in the Lake View Cemetery in Calumet following the celebration of life. If you entered her kitchen, you’d probably have a paintbrush in hand within minutes. About. She’d often tell stories about marching in knee-deep snow during the 4th of July parade. On April 16, 1997 and August 17, 1999, respectively, she welcomed two sons. Lucas Easterling, son, grandson, brother, uncle and beloved friend, passed away on Sunday, October 28, 2018. If she saw a good thimbleberry bush, she’d slam on the brakes and grab a bucket.
Our “Color of Joy,” Pauline Joy Easterling, 55, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 1, 2020 after over six years of living life to the fullest with metastatic breast cancer. She was a wife who knew how to love, a mom who knew how to mom, a sister, a Grammy and a friend. Online condolences for the family may be left at www.ericksoncrowleypeterson.com. Pauline Joy Easterling “Suck it up, buttercup!” Our “Color of Joy,” Pauline Joy Easterling, 55, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 1, 2020 after over six years of living life to the fullest with metastatic breast cancer.
Her passion and warmth filled the hearts of many, and her strength was a force to be reckoned with.Pauline was born in Hancock, MI on November 20, 1964. The Erickson Crowley Peterson Funeral Home in Calumet is assisting the family with the arrangements. She filled her home with her own artwork and that of her friends and family, and had a scarf collection like no other. Friends may call at the Erickson Crowley Peterson Funeral Home on Friday, August 7th, 2020 from 12:00 PM until the time of the service.
She was such an inspiration, sharing her bright and colorful soul with everyone she knew.
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She was a wife who knew how to love, a mom who knew how to mom, a sister, a Grammy and a friend. She was a wife who knew how to love, a mom who knew how to mom, a sister, a grammy and a friend. He was 21 years old.Lucas loved a lot – classic films and music, video games, playing instruments, and his time in band, JROTC and Raiders at Calumet High School.
Pauline saw all of her children’s graduations, two marriages, and the birth of her two grandchildren. Pauline was born in Hancock, MI on November 20, 1964.
Over the years, Pauline worked as the web designer for the Van Pelt & Opie Library at Michigan Tech, a chiropractic assistant for Family Chiropractic in Houghton, MI, and a florist at Calumet Floral in Calumet. She would often be caught dancing and making silly poses when no one was looking.
Her passion and warmth filled the hearts of many, and her strength was a force to be reckoned with. Pauline’s Celebration of Life will be held in the garden at Erickson Crowley Peterson Funeral Home on August 7th, 2020 at 1:00 PM with Pastor Jay Weidner to officiate.