Marlene Joann Paulson (Vicker), 85, of Rochester, MN, died Saturday, August 3, 2024.

Marlene was born January 9, 1939, in Rock Dell Township, MN to Olaf and Hannah (Ellingson) Vicker. She graduated from Waseca Southern School of Agriculture in 1957. On August 3, 1963, she married Harold D. Paulson at East St. Olaf Lutheran Church. The couple raised six children in Rochester.

Marlene had a love for music which she used to bless others. She was a member of the Rochester Chorale for many years. She enjoyed cooking, socializing, being with friends and family. She adored her church and church family. Above all else, her life reflected the love of Jesus. She would want everyone to know Romans 10:13 "Whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved."

Marlene is survived by her daughters and sons, Dawn (Wayne) Witte of Morristown, MN, David (Candie) Paulson of York, PA, Kevin (Joy) Paulson of Eau Claire, WI, Jonathan Paulson of Tampa, FL, Trudy Paulson of Des Moines, IA; 12 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, siblings, husband, and daughter Colleen (Darren) Kennedy.

The Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 10, 2024, at River of Glory Church, 1225 Elton Hills Dr. NW, Rochester, MN with Pastor Pete Barby officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. There will be a light lunch served after the funeral. Burial will be at East St. Olaf Cemetery.

Memorials are preferred to the River of Glory Church and East St. Olaf Lutheran Church.

Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com .