A home for many: Friedrichsen’s life all about family

Aurora man reflects on a life well lived

  • Aurora resident Paul Friedrichsen has lived in Aurora for 40 years. During 15 of those years he and his wife, Marcia, raised 10 children and fostered several children. He continues to support his children, 25 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
    Aurora resident Paul Friedrichsen has lived in Aurora for 40 years. During 15 of those years he and his wife, Marcia, raised 10 children and fostered several children. He continues to support his children, 25 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

    Paul Friedrichsen, 80, has built a lasting legacy for himself and his family, having raised 10 children and countless foster children into responsible, hard-working adults.During Christmas Day last year, Friedrichsen was delighted to have 20 people from his family celebrate the beloved holiday together for the first time at East Park Villa, which he now calls home.Amber Cecil, Friedrichsen’s daugh…