Graciela "Grace" Paul, 81, of Austin, passed away peacefully September 2 after a lengthy illness.  Born January 27, 1935 in San Antonio, she was preceded in death by her parents Antonio J. and Cresencia Campos.  While a military wife and mother in the Panama Canal Zone during the Vietnam War, her passion for leadership and nurturing youth was evident in her role as Boy Scout Troop Leader, Spiritual Chair of the Howard AFB Confraternity of Christian Women, Sunday School Teacher, Ft. Kobbe Elementary Volunteer Teacher Aide and Ceramics Teacher.  After years as a dedicated mother and wife, Grace entered the workforce and was quickly promoted to management for the Marriott Hotel for several years; later working as a Director of Services for Dobie Dormitory and Mall in Austin.  Grace's loving character, wit, outlook on life, and generous spirit are her lasting legacy for all who loved her.

Survived by her husband, Walter; children, Maria (Bob), Robert, Patty, and Rey (John); son-in-law, Stephen (Joyce); grandchildren, Jordan (Dwight), Ana, Jade, Brad, Robert and Nick; great-granddaughters, Grace and Piper; siblings, Juventino, Jose Rudolfo, Olga, Irma, Armendina, and Sulema; as well as her loving caregivers, Cheryl, Renee, and LaShawn; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

FUNERAL SERVICES

Visitation will begin on Thursday, September 8, at 5:00 PM with the Rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM at the Angelus Chapel.  Funeral Mass will be offered on Friday, September 9, at 10:00 AM at San Fernando Cathedral.  Interment will follow at San Fernando Archdiocesan Cemetery No. 2.

In lieu of flowers, Grace's legacy can be continued through contributions to the many causes she embraced such as Catholic Charities, Memory Care organizations, and the Boys and Girls Club.