Pauline Vreeland

1931 - 2016

Pauline Vreeland obituary, 1931-2016, Lenox, MA

Pauline Vreeland

1931 - 2016

BORN

1931

DIED

2016

Pauline Vreeland Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 31, 2016.
Pauline Vreeland

1931-2016 LENOX Pauline V. K. Vreeland, 85, of 26 Nielsen Lane, died peacefully early Monday morning at her home, with family members close by her side. Born in West Springfield, MA on May 26, 1931, daughter of Frank J. and Anelia Krajewski Kulpinski, Pauline attended local schools, graduating in 1949. Following graduation, she worked as a typist for the Eastern States Farmer's Exchange. During this time, she also played the organ at St. Ann's Church in West Springfield, directing a children's choir. In June 1953, after attending U-Mass College for one year, she married James B.Vreeland of Middle-field, MA. They lived in Morris Plains, NJ for six years, during which time she again worked as a typist for Bell Labs. In June 1959, they moved back to Massachusetts with their first three children, eventually residing at their house on Nielsen Lane. In Lenox, she was a dedicated member of St. Ann's parish, working as part time organist for ten years. She became full time organist in 1980, directing both the adult and children's choirs. She retired in 2012. Music and family, especially her children and grandchildren, were always at the center of her life. She also took tremendous pride in her many gardens and loved to bake and cook for any occasion. She is survived by four of her children: Richard J. Vreeland and his wife Grace of Litchfield, NH; Carol J. Burns and her husband Ray of Tucson, AZ; Mary Ann of South Portland, ME and Sandra L. Morley and her husband Francis of Pittsfield, MA; a brother, John S. Kulpinski and his wife Martha of Dalton, MA; ten grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Jim; daughter Jean; sister, Helen; two brothers, Edmund and Theodore as well as a grandson Jonathan Brown. FUNERAL NOTICE: The funeral of Mrs. Pauline V.K. Vreeland of Lenox will be Saturday, September 3rd at 10am from the ROCHE FUNERAL HOME followed by a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 11am at St. Ann's Church. Celebrants will be the Rev. Monsignor John J. Bonzagni, Pastor, and Rev. Daniel B. Brunton, Pastor Emeritus. Burial will follow in St. Ann's Cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home are Friday evening from 5-8pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Pauline's name may be made to the St. Ann Church Organ Repair Fund in care of the funeral home, 120 Main Street, Lenox, MA 01240.

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January 21, 2018

Dave Tolchinsky posted to the memorial.

September 7, 2016

Matthew Keator posted to the memorial.

September 5, 2016

Paula Cardillo posted to the memorial.

Dave Tolchinsky

January 21, 2018

Sending thoughts - sitting here with my sister bec edelson and mother zelda edelson, 88 . We lived on Nielsen lane in the 60s all the vreelands- very happy memories ! Warmly Dave Tolchinsky (formerly Dave edelson ) , Bec and zelda ps we were chatting about our time in Lenox and happened upon this obit
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Matthew Keator

September 7, 2016

To the Vreeland Family,

I'm sorry to hear of Pauline's passing. What a great loss to your family but to our community and church family as well.

I'm sorry I was traveling and unable to attend her services. Please know you're in my thoughts and prayers.

May she rest in peace in the company of the Saints!

Matt and Hannah Keator

Paula Cardillo

September 5, 2016

Dear Rick, Carol, MaryAnne and Sandy: My deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother. Her wonderful smile could light up a room in the darkest of times. God Bless.

September 4, 2016

Dear Family of Pauline,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mother.
I remember spending such happy and wonderful times at your home way back.
Pauline was like a second mother to me.
I wish you all peace and best wishes.
Sincerely, Christine Roy Faber

David Knight

September 1, 2016

Pauline was a wonderful neighbor to our family on Nielsen Lane for many years. She had a beautiful soul. "Rest eternal grant to her, O Lord: And let light perpetual shine upon her."

Lenox Police Department

August 31, 2016

Please accept our sincere condolences at the passing of Mrs. Vreeland. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Kerry Murphy

August 31, 2016

Mary Ann & Family,
I'm sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was a kind and generous woman. I'll miss her.

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