Gregory "Hoss" D. Paulin, age 56, of Hammond, passed away suddenly Sunday, February 7, 2016. Loving father of David (Felicia) Paulin, Dawn (Joe) Koontz, Kyle Paulin, and Tasha Paulin. Devoted son of Lynda L. Freeman nee Ransom. Cherished brother of Dwayne (Lora) Williams and Brandi (Greg) Sanders. Proud grandfather of Emily Koontz, Robert Koontz, and Ashley Koontz. Preceded in death by his father Charles J. Paulin. Hoss graduated from Perry County High School. He loved hanging around with his son watching sports and classic TV. Sundays were spent watching football with his brother. You were no longer a stranger 5 minutes after meeting Hoss. He was loved by many and will be missed by more. Friends are invited to meet with the family on Monday, February 15, 2016 from 10 AM until time of Service at 12 Noon at LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME , 6955 Southeastern Ave., Hammond, IN with Rev. C. James Facklam, Pastor officiating.Interment Lake Township Cemetery, Lake Village, IN. For further information regarding services, please contact LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME at (219) 845-3600.