Kaden Jay Pauli, 3 1/2, of Hanover, MN went to be with Jesus Sunday, February 1, 2009. Kaden was born May 19, 2005 in Lincoln, NE to Dave and Kristin Pauli.

At the age of 10 months, Kaden was diagnosed and treated for a brain tumor. In July 2008 the tumor returned. Kaden fought a courageous battle and passed into eternity surrounded by his family. Kaden brought so much joy to all who knew him.

Kaden is survived by his parents and siblings, Stacea, Jace and Macey; grandparents, Monte and Connie Pauli of Wahoo, NE, Ted & Ava Van Winkle of Gering, NE; great aunts Carol LeCrone & Janiece Sattler of Omaha, NE; aunts, Jeannie (Rod) Bear of Alliance, NE, Stacey (Ernie) Schmidt of Sidney, NE, Liz Pauli of Grand Island, NE, Sarah (Chad) Clayton of Fremont, NE; and cousins Tim (Amy) Bear, Jesse (Laura) Bear, Nikki (Casey) Scott, Kaitlin Pauli, Ethan Pauli, and Trae Bly.

Memorial service will be held 11:00 am Saturday, Feb. 7, at Faith Bible Church in Lincoln. A Celebration service will be held at 6:00 pm Wednesday, Feb. 11, at Heritage Christian Academy. Balloon bouquets (mylar only) may be delivered to the service sites the day of service. Memorials to Lincoln Christian School (Lincoln , NE) and Heritage Christian Academy (Maple Grove, MN).