Pauline Lee Ewing, age 93, of Xenia, passed away Sunday, December 4, 2022 at the Villa of Springfield Nursing and Rehab Center.

Mrs. Ewing was born September 26, 1929 in Ironton, Ohio the daughter of Richard and Marcella (Harris) Lee. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband: Robert Ewing; sister: Thelma Freeman and brother: Raymond Lee.

She is survived by her children: Paula Collins (Kevin) of Dallas, TX; Robin Hunter (Curtis) of Xenia; Kim Taylor (Doug) of Sidney, OH; Sharon Ewing of Xenia and Robert Ewing of Augusta, GA; brother: Richard (Madelyn) Lee of CA; grandchildren: Ciji Breightner (Jason); Dominique Little (John); Joshua Hunter; Lauren Crawford (Chauncey); Cameron Hunter (Amanda); Brett Taylor; Tray Taylor; Quaniece Barhorst (Casey); great grandchildren: Myauna, Amira, Scarlett, Eliyah, Mariah, Alicia, Hayden, Trealynn and Kitahn; as well as numerous other relatives and friends.

Mrs. Ewing retired from DESC. She had been an faithful member of the Zion Baptist Church, singing in their main choir and the Mary Echoes Quartet. She was a very prayerful and charitable lady, traits she instilled in her family. She looked after her neighbors and elderly church members, often taking food along on her visits. She was a talented artist and poet. She had poems published in Xenia Gazette and in the book of America's Greatest Poets. She was a loving and giving mother and grandmother and formed a special bond with each of her grandchildren.

Homegoing service will be held 11 AM Tuesday, December 13 ^th at Zion Baptist Church, 565 E. Main St., Xenia with Pastor Gary Chapman officiating. Burial will follow in Cherry Grove Cemetery.  Visitation will be held 10 AM Tuesday until the time of service at the church. Services in care of McColaugh Funeral Home, Xenia. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.mccolaughfuneralhome.com.