Troy Lee Paulson, 56, of Davidson, N.C., passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2020.

He was born on June 17, 1964, in Minot, N.D., to Janet Dau Sjoberg and the late Marvis Paulson. He grew up in Minnesota, a Vikings fan. He enjoyed playing hockey, darts and cornhole. He loved to dance and was the life of the party. He worked hard and was the backbone of the family.

He is survived by his loving wife, Wanda Melchor Paulson; children, Stacie Paulson Senesombath (Lucky), Kayla Paulson Doby (Trevor), Taylor Paulson, and Logan Paulson; brothers, Randy Paulson and Steve Paulson; stepbrothers, Mike Sjoberg and Mark Sjoberg; and grandchildren, Avalyn and Tristan Senesombath, and Gracie Doby.

The family will receive from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 29, 2020, at the Heritage House of Cavin-Cook Funeral Home, Mooresville.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shriners Hospital, 604 Doug Mayes Place, Charlotte, NC 28262.

Cavin-Cook Funeral Home, Mooresville, is serving the Paulson family. Condolences may be made to the family at www.cavin-cook.com.