Charlton: Robert H. Paulhus, 93, of Masonic Home Rd., formerly of Fiskdale, passed away on Monday, Dec. 14th, in the Overlook Masonic Health Center, Charlton, after an illness.

His beloved wife of 43 years, Shirley J. (Julian) Paulhus died in March of this year. His first wife Annett (Murphy) Paulhus died in 1973.   He leaves a son, Donald R. Paulhus and his wife Cindy of Brimfield; a step-son, Bernard E. Tetreault and his wife Sandy of Sturbridge; his step-daughter, Becky-Lynn Soules and her husband Michael of Dalton; and seven grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.   Robert was predeceased by his brother, Lionel Paulhus of Reims, France.  He was born in Worcester the son of Leo and Adrienne (Desrosiers) Paulhus.  He honorably served in the US Navy during WWII.

Robert worked for 38 years as a setup man for the American Optical Company in Southbridge and as a school custodian for 10 years before retiring in 1992.  He was a member of the Quarter Century Club at the American Optical Company.  Robert was a life time member of the Franco American War Veterans.  He enjoyed trips to Florida, Hampton Beach and Cape Cod.  Robert loved golf and was an avid Yankees fan.

The family would like to thank the staff of the Overlook for the wonderful care and compassion they gave to Robert.

His funeral Mass will be held Saturday, Dec. 19th, at 10:00 am in St. Anne's Church, 16 Church St., Sturbridge. A Calling hour will be held on Saturday, Dec 19th, in the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, from 8:30 to 9:30 am prior to the Mass.  Burial in Oak Ridge Cemetery will be private and held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Overlook Masonic Home, 88 Masonic Home Rd., Charlton, MA 01507.