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Paula Lerfald Obituary

66, Bradenton, passed away Friday, August 26, 2016 four days after her birthday. She was a loving mother and angel who lived a life of strength, endurance, loyalty and gave much love. She was given the ultimate gift of freedom from her suffering after a long hard journey with medical issues. Paula was born in Natrona Heights, PA she moved to Bradenton in 1972 to start her life as a devoted teacher. She loved education and children. Paula taught Elementary Education for 30 years at Ballard Elementary and Palma Sola Elementary Schools. She was loyal to her Faith throughout her life and she attended Ss Peter & Paul the Apostles Catholic Church. She is predeceased by her father, Francis Rusiewicz; survived by former husband, Arden Lerfald; daughter, Adrienne Lerfald of Bradenton, FL; mother, Pauline Rusiewicz; brothers, Jason Rusiewicz and Bruce Rusiewicz and sister, Lucy Spinelli all of Natrona Heights, PA. Paula's Memorial Service will be at 11AM Saturday, September 3, 2016 at Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory 43rd Street Chapel, 604 43rd Street West, Bradenton, FL 34209. Condolences may be made to www.brownandsonsfuneral.com

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Published by Bradenton Herald on Aug. 30, 2016.

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Tim & Peg Cowan

October 24, 2016

Adrienne, Sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy. We are neighbors and friend of your Grandmother and Uncle Jason.You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Brooke Hall- Heath

September 5, 2016

So saddened to hear about Paula's passing.. I have very fond memories of her while I was a student at Ballard Elementary. She was a wonderful teacher and loved her students as if they were her own children. The world needs more teachers like her! Praying that God wraps his arms around your family, Adrienne, and gives you peace and strength in the difficult days and weeks ahead. ❤

Carl and Sharol Black

September 5, 2016

Dear Adrienne and family,
We were so saddened to learn of your Mother's passing. She was a kind and gentle lady who fought her health problems with such bravery over the years. We enjoyed having her (and you) at our family gatherings. Greg will miss her tremendously. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
(Greg's sister and brother-in-law)

Kimberly Ryan

September 4, 2016

My sincere condolences to Adrienne and the rest of Paula's family. She was such a loving, fun and gracious lady. She will be missed very much. We've known Paula for the past five years now and we couldn't have asked for a more wonderful landlady.

Grateful that she's no longer suffering but now reborn and free of pain.

Love to all!

August 31, 2016

So sorry for your loss Adrienne. Your mother was a lovely person. I worked with her teaching 4th grade at Palma Sola. Taken much too soon.

Jackie Sikora-Cole

August 31, 2016

So sorry for your loss Adriane and Arden and family. She was my kindergarten and forth grade teacher and made such an impact on my life. We moved to Florida in my kindergarten year and she made me feel so welcome and loved.

Nancy Swann

August 31, 2016

Much love and prayers for you, Adrienne, in the loss of your mother. I enjoyed teaching with her at Ballard-we had so many fun times. She will be missed!

Janet Ritchie

August 31, 2016

Deepest sympathy to Paula's family. She was a classmate from back in Natrona Heights. I remember her as being very happy and friendly, smiling all the time. God Bless!
Janet Coriale Ritchie

Jan Oelrich

August 30, 2016

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Paula. A life taken too soon but eternal life with our lord Jesus Christ. May time and memories help you through your difficult loss.

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