Cole Allen Paulsen

Memorial services for Cole will be held on August 17, 2024 at 10:00 am at Highland Park Community Church followed by a last ride down Second Street. A celebration of life honoring Cole Paulsen and Keith Hammond will be held on August 18, 2024 at 1:00 pm at the North Casper Clubhouse. 

Cole Allen Paulsen was born on May 20, 2001 in Casper, Wyoming to Robin Ogden Paulsen and Hans Paulsen. He passed away on July 20, 2024 in a tragic motorcycle accident in Casper, Wyoming. He is survived by his daughter Aurelia Paulsen of Casper, Wyoming; the love of his life, Halee Marino of Casper, Wyoming; his mother Robin Ogden Paulsen of Casper, Wyoming and his estranged father Hans Arthur Paulsen of Fargo, North Dakota; his brothers Damion (Mya) Howle and Bo Paulsen of Casper, Wyoming; his aunts Samantha Hammond (Kevin Geist) of Casper, Wyoming, Paige Harris of Casper, Wyoming, and Krisanda (Brandon) Lally of Indiana; his uncle Kyle Hammond (Kristina Flores) of Casper, Wyoming; grandparents Jeffery and Carlene Hammond of Casper, Wyoming; his in-laws Madison Bunn, Lindsey Marino, Kendall Creager-Marino (Connor Goodman) and Alexis Marino (Robert Mark) of Casper, Wyoming; cousins Joshua Hammond, Kaydence Geist, McKenzie Geist, Ashton Hammond, Alicia Hammond, Breckyn Hammond, Gabriella Hammond, Adelia Hammond, Naomi Lally, Brandon Lally Jr., Nicholas Lally, and Ostra Hammond; his niece Nakhia Howle and nephews Enzo Bunn-Paulsen, Oliver Bunn-Carpenter, Cain Howle and Nyjah Mark all of Casper, Wyoming. He is also survived by many other family members and friends. 

Cole was preceded in death by his great grandparents, LaRoy and Helen Hammond and Carl and Helen Stinson; grandpa Gary Paulsen; grandpa Scott Ogden; uncles Jeffery Hammond Jr., and Keith Hammond; and brother Cruz Paulsen. 

Cole Allen “Coleworld” was our family man. He was the loudest laugh, the biggest jokester, and the best friend to everyone and anyone. Cole was happiest when he was surrounded by all of his loved ones; which was never a small gathering. He worked with his uncle Kyle and boss Tim at Profilms Shirts &More where he found his passion for automotive vinyl installation as well as two life long best friends. 

When Cole wasn’t working he could be found at any of the family’s houses joking with his brothers, laughing with his mom, spending time with his grandparents, teasing his aunts, playing with his nieces and nephews, playing with his dog Harley, or tearing up the dance floor with his sweet moves. He was never dressed less than the best and always knew it. Anyone who mentioned how good the outfit was or how nice the cologne smelled was replied with “I know”. We will always miss his fierce confidence. 

Cole was one of 4 brothers; Cruz, Damion, Cole, and Bo. The 4 brothers were thick as thieves and their loyalty to their family outweighed anything in this lifetime. Cole was the comedian of the 4. After losing their oldest brother, Cruz, it was hard to find joy in a lot of things. However, Cole always made it his mission to keep the room smiling. He was full of so much life he reminded those around him that tomorrow is not promised and today will always be better spent happy with the people you love. After Cruz’s passing Cole, Damion, and Bo led a life of brotherly love, occasional wrestling matches, constant playful “brotherly love banter”, and with never ending love and support for one another. Cole and his brothers could always be found on their bikes causing a ruckus round their neighborhood, always with a backpack on and ready for anything. They loved good food and better music; even when they commenced in the most off key duets with all their favorite artists. While Cole wasn’t the oldest sibling he most certainly was the loudest; more specifically his laugh. You always knew where to find him if you could hear him laughing with (or more usually at) Damion and Bo. Something about the brothers always made them laugh hardest and love closest together because they always thought they were the most hilarious thing in the room but also knew they had the biggest hearts for all their people. The close knit siblings made it a point to hangout together more often than not; the more memories made together the better. It goes without saying Cole has left behind a bountiful amount of memories with his brothers and all that loved him. 

Cole was a collector of model cars, loved riding his motorcycle, and lived for making everyone smile any chance he got. He left behind a beautiful life that would never let anyone assume it wasn’t always so easy. Coles came from a childhood that could’ve avoided a lot of sadness. However, with his contagious smile, he made it a daily habit of never taking anything for granted, saying “I love u” as often as possible, living his life as loud and proud as possible, and loving his people with his whole heart. 

The rest of his heart and soul have been and always will be with Halee and Aurelia. Cole and Halee had the kind of love story u only find in the movies; either like “The Notebook” or “Shameless”, it just depended on the day. Through good and bad days, the lovebirds welcomed the precious daughter Aurelia Rose Paulsen into our world on June 2nd, 2024. The sweetest bundle of joy brought out the best sides of both of her parents. The only thing Cole wanted in this life more than Halees hand in marriage was to be the absolute best father their little girl could dream of. And he did exactly that in the 7 short weeks he was given with baby Raerae. Cole took amazing pride in his love for his new family. Life was perfect. Cole and Halee were the perfect team together as partners and even more so when they became parents. The lovers were profound examples of how to teach us patience, forgiveness, love, admiration, strength, and teamwork. We will cherish the songs he sang to Rae, the kisses he gave her, and always see his smile when we look at her face. She was given the perfect smirk directly from her daddy..

Cole was the most astounding human and friend to all who had the opportunity of meeting him. He didn’t have an ounce of judgement in his body; he loved to live his life alongside those who lived their life just as loud and proud. He was gifted the ability to make connection with anyone to cross his path. Always giving them somebody to remember; a truly once in a lifetime individual. 

For the days remaining we will carry out Cole’s legacy. We will all take part in loving our people so fiercely, living our lives loud and proud and unapologetically, and learn how to dance as if no one is watching.. just like he did.