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Paula Patronella Obituary
10/26/1936 - 08/06/2025
Paula Marie (Ditta) Patronella was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, in The Woodlands, Texas.
Born on October 26, 1936, in Houston, Texas, Paula lived a life grounded in faith, service, and devotion to her family.
Paula is survived by her husband, Charles J. Patronella; children David Patronella (Donna), Mary Grace Kiesewetter (Bobby), Cathy Brady (Kevin), and Larry Patronella; grandchildren Hailey Spengler (Johannes), Casey Kiesewetter (Christine), Corey Kiesewetter (Loretta), Mark Patronella (Cassandra), Amy Patronella, Will Brady, and Sean Brady; great-grandchildren Helena, Sofia, Olga, Cameron and Brooks Kiesewetter.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Mary Ditta, and her great-grandson August Spengler.
During her life, Paula was a talented artist, painting instructor, avid golfer, and a PTA leader for her children's schools. She volunteered for the Catholic Church, the Ladies Golf Association, The Woodlands Garden Club, The Woodlands Art League, and many other organizations.
Her sweet smile, gentle spirit and warmth left a lasting impression on all who knew her.
A Rite of Christian burial celebrating Paula's life will be held at 2:00pm on August 23, 2025 at Sts Simon & Jude Catholic Church, 26777 Glen Loch Drive, The Woodlands, Texas.
A recitation of the Holy Rosary will begin 30 minutes prior to mass in the chapel.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Paula's honor to the Alzheimer's Association and Catholic Charities.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Pearl Maggio
August 17, 2025
I'm so sorry to see this. What a beautiful soul. Prayers for all of you.
Michelle Fontenot
August 13, 2025
When you see my mom and dad in Heaven, please tell them I love them and miss them. They loved you so very much. I will miss you terribly.
Caren Copeland McCombs
August 13, 2025
It was so much fun taking painting lessons with her! I still have many of the paintings I did back in the 70´s. Prayers and condolences to you all.
Caren Copeland McCombs
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