Paula K. Venema, age 54 of White Cloud, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021 after an 11-year battle with cancer. Paulas strength allowed her to face her cancer with grace and courage. She was born September 7, 1966 in Big Rapids, the daughter of Franklin and Brenda (Caudill) Bouman. Paula graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1984. She graduated from Ferris State University with a bachelors degree in business administration in 1988. Paula loved dragonflies, making handmade jewelry, and rock hunting. She enjoyed hunting and fishing. Paula always liked to stay busy and treasured the time she spent with family. She will be missed by many. She is survived by her loving husband of 32 years, Steve; children Alyssa and Sam Venema all of White Cloud; father, Frank (Penny) Bouman of Big Rapids; mother, Brenda (George) Derby of Big Rapids; brother, David Bouman; niece, Mahaila Bouman all of Woody Creek, CO; mother-in-law, Marilyn Venema of Bitely; sister-in-law, Laurie Newkirk of Grandville; step-sister, Michelle (Ann) Kelenske of Big Rapids; and many more family and friends. Paula was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Sherwin Venema; brother-in-law, Brian Newkirk; aunts, Joanne Horgan and Beatrice Foster. The family will greet friends while following the government guidelines. Please social distance, wear a mask, and 25 people will be allowed in at a time, from 12:00 pm until 2:00 pm Saturday, March 27 at Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Share a memory, picture, or condolence for the family by clicking the guestbook at www.daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com Arrangements and care are entrusted to Daggett-Gilbert Funeral home in Big Rapids. Visitation Saturday, March 27, 2021 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Home 13985 Northland Drive Big Rapids,MI 49307