Clarence Paurus

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Clarence Paurus (Menahga, Minnesota), who passed away at the age of 97, on March 7, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Paurus and Hilda Paurus; his wife Marcella Paurus; his daughter-in-law Judy Paurus; his grandson Jamie Paurus; his siblings, Norman, Donny, Floyd, Violet, Hazel, Doris, Carol and Gladys; and his in-laws, Albert and Marie Borth.

He is survived by: his children, Nolan Paurus (Betty) of Menahga, Byron Paurus (Sally) of Frazee, Terry Paurus (Bonnie) of Ottertail and Sherri Schaefer (Bill) of Wadena. He is also survived by thirteen grandchildren; thirty-three great-grandchildren; seven great-great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 20th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Redeemer Lutheran Church (15 12th St SE, Menahga, MN 56464). A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 20th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location. A graveside service will be held on Friday, March 20th 2026 at 5:00 PM at the Spruce Grove Union Cemetery ~ Rural Menahga (15275 Co Hwy 45, Menahga, MN 56464).