Charles "Paul" Vaugine, 91, of Springfield, passed away on Sunday, February 9th, 2020 at his home, with his loving family by his side.

Paul was born June 5th, 1928, in Pine Bluff Arkansas, the son of Francis and Gertrude (Jackson) Vaugine.

Paul served his country as a Marine from 1946-1947.

Paul was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and uncle. He was known for his good sence of humor. He loved jazz, fishing, and always had time for a good cup of coffee. He will be missed by everyone that he knew.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents.

Paul is survived by his loving wife, Betty Vaugine; children, Shelly Vaugine, Thomas Vaugine and wife Kathy, and Mark Vaugine; granddaughter, Rebekah Vaugine; and great granddaughter, Avayla Vaugine.

A Visitation will be held at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, February 12th, 2020 at Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home 500 E. Walnut Street Springfield, MO 65806.

Funeral Service will be at 11:00 am, Thursday, February 13th, 2020 at Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home, with Pastor Vaughn Weatherford presiding over the services. Burial will follow at Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Springfield, MO.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in honor of Paul, to the Alzheimer's Association.

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