Paula Ann McPhail Obituary
We bid farewell to Paula Ann McPhail in Des Moines, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 15, 2025 at the age of 67. Paula Ann touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Howard Bruce McPhail and Lea Ann McPhail (Baker); her brother Reed D. McPhail; and her great-nephews, Theodore A. Hunnewell and Wyatt A. Hunnewell.
She is survived by: her daughter Liza Ann McPhail; her sister-in-law Beth A. McPhail (Kass); and her siblings, Laura J. Lind (Thomas C.), Glen D. McPhail (Tamara Watts) and Sara E. McPhail. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, great-nephew and great-niece.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Paula's name to the Animal Rescue League of Des Moines, IA (ARL-Iowa.org) or NAMI (donate.nami.org).