Photo courtesy of Horn & Thomes, Inc. Funeral Home - Pawling
Pawling, New York
Apr 22, 1957 – May 27, 2021 (Age 64)
Paula Banks Ward, 64, passed away at her home in Pawling, NY on Thursday, May 27, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Mount Vernon, NY on April 22, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Haywood and Ethel (Reid) Banks. She married Reginald Ward in Mount Vernon on July 26,...
Read MoreMrs. Ward was the best! She was my Guidance Counselor for 3 years at the Middle School! She helped me and many students through hard times in life! Rest In Peace and you will never be forgotten☮
Anton Marashaj
March 29, 2022 | Yorktown Heights, NY | Student
Paula: Rest in Power in one of the many mansions our great father has prepared for you. Loving condolences David and Kathy White
David White
June 12, 2021 | Milton, NY | Friend
My thoughts and prayers go out to Paula’s family and the Strang MS family. My fond memories of Paula who I hired originally as a YHS counselor will remain forever. She was a wonderful, caring person who made a difference in the lives of many.....Rest in Peace
Mary Lou Baird
June 04, 2021 | Suffern, NY | Coworker
Dear Reggie,
My heart just breaks for you on the tragic loss of your beloved wife Paula. Although, I didn’t know her personally, you could see sweetness and goodness in her face.
My deepest sympathy to you and your sons on this stunning loss .
May you be comforted by your memories .
Sincerely,
Madelyn
Madelyn Etkind
June 03, 2021 | Williston Park, NY | Friend
My deepest condolences to the family and all who knew and loved her. When I was little, Gail’s mother used to take care of me and we started school together. We may have lost touch over the years but I will always remember you with nothing but love. Rest peacefully in God’s loving arms.
Lyndee Davis
June 03, 2021 | MD | Friend
Our deepest condolences to Reggie and your boys. May your many years of beautiful memories give you strength each day. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Damaris McGraw
June 03, 2021 | Upper Marlboro, MD | Friend
So gentle is a flower
That blossoms in the life
We Share
So gentle is the pain of loss
Of a life that is gone
May a gentle light above
Hold and guide you throughout life
Until you are reunite.
Paula was a very empathetic guidance counselor that has supported children throughout her career at the middle school. She also was a very kind colleague to everyone that she met. I wish...
June 03, 2021 | Coworker
I will miss you Paula! You were funny, caring, insightful and loyal. Most of all you were an amazing support system for me at MESMS. My condolences to Reggie and the boys.
Eric Levine
June 03, 2021 | White Plains, NY | Friend
Prayers and condolences to the Reggie Ward, sons, and family. Be encouraged and remember her legacy.
Howard ( BSU) & Shirley White
June 02, 2021 | Monee, IL