Daryle Paulson

Hudson, South Dakota: Daryle Paulson, age 89, of Hudson, South Dakota, died Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Hawarden Regional Healthcare in Hawarden, Iowa. A memorial service will be held at 10:30am, Monday, November 2, 2026 at the Hudson Lutheran Church with Pastor Carolyn Salberg officiating. Burial will be held at a later date at the South Dakota Veterans Cemetery in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Condolences for the family may be left online at www.porterfuneralhomes.com.

Daryle Earl Paulson was born on January 12, 1937, along with his twin sister Carole, to Palmer and Leone (Rollings) Paulson in rural Hudson, South Dakota. Daryle graduated from Hudson High School and afterwards enlisted with the United States Marine Corp from 1956-1958. He was later honorably discharged. Daryle worked at Shoeneman’s Lumber Yard for a few years before becoming a full time farmer near Hudson.

Daryle married Marcella Larson on November 21, 1992 and together they made their home in Hudson, South Dakota. They had many special memories together but spending time exploring South Dakota during day trips was always a highlight.

With Daryle being a farmer his entire life, it sparked a deep appreciation and passion for tending to a large garden for many years. Daryle was also a creative spirit and had a special touch when it came to burning wood carvings.

Daryle is survived by his wife, Marcella of Hudson, South Dakota; sister, Marian Newman of Sioux Falls, South Dakota; Marcella’s siblings: Tom (Joan) Larson of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Zoe Miller of Brookings, South Dakota, Linnea (Duane) Stramde of Sioux Falls, South Dakota; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Daryle was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Clifford Paulson, Gene Paulson, Carole Kruid, and Patricia Harskamp; and brothers-in-law, Gene Miller and Norman Larson.