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Paula Sumner Obituary
Paula A. Sumner, 69, of Rindge, NH passed away unexpectedly in her home on Wednesday, June 23rd. Born in Leominster on December 4th, 1951, Paula was the daughter of the late Adrian F. Boulay and Irene G. Fluet. She was raised by her late aunt and uncle, J. Harry and Ghislaine Bell alongside her cousin Anne-Marie Curley. Her late uncle Paul G. Boulay, after whom she was named, was also instrumental in her upbringing.
Paula received her Bachelor of the Arts degree in Social Work from Mount Saint Mary's College in Hooksett, NH and later spent several years as a social worker at River Terrace Nursing Home in Lancaster, MA and Fairlawn Nursing Home in Leominster, MA. Following her career in patient care, Paula worked as a secretary and coordinator at St. Denis Church in Ashburnham, MA. Her recent years saw her volunteer for her local community at both the Food Pantry and Woman's Club of Rindge, NH.
Paula is remembered as a remarkable and compassionate woman, known for her strong faith and selfless acts. Whether babysitting her granddaughter, tending her gardens, or visiting her friends, the warmth of her soul was present in everything that she did.
She will be dearly missed by her husband and high school sweetheart, together for 54 years, Howard R. Sumner Jr; son Howard R. Sumner III and his partner Elizabeth A. Kuba; daughter Rachel G. Sumner; and granddaughter Isabelle F. Sumner.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, July 1st at 11 A.M. in St. Patrick Catholic Church, 87 Main Street in Jaffrey, NH.
Burial will follow at Glenwood Cemetery in Ashby, MA.
Calling hours in Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home 343 Central Street, Winchendon, MA are Wednesday, June 30th from 5-7 P.M.
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Scott Hay
July 4, 2021
To Howie and all of Paula's family: my sincerest condolences for your loss. I hope you family, your memories, and your friends bring you the comfort and solace needed in your time of sorrow.
Skip and Kathy
July 1, 2021
Howie, Kindly accept our heartfelt condolences and the sincere sympathy of our family to you and your family for your loss.
Steve Duprey
June 30, 2021
She was always so pleasant and kind .
She was always Kidding around with me when we bumped into each other.
Very sorry Howard.
Dawn Kipperman (Sandy's daughter)
June 30, 2021
Dear Howie and Family-
It would take a lifetime to describe how much Paula meant to my mom and me. I am not exaggerating when I say that she was the most kind, loving, giving woman I have ever met. Every day of her life was filled with service to others, and she often disregarded her own wants and needs to make sure everyone else was taken care of. She was a true woman of deep faith who truly lived by Jesus' example every day. Her family meant everything to her and still does - she is watching over all of you!
We have all lost someone so dear to us too soon, but we will carry a part of her in our hearts until we meet again some day. I will honor Paula by trying to live up to her example, but an army of friends and family could not fill her shoes!
I know your hearts are so heavy right now, but I hope that all of the wonderful memories you made with her over the years will help to temper your grief.
Paula, we love you! Howie and family, we love you too! Please reach out to my mom or me if you need anything at all.
Lastly, Izzy's got one fierce guardian angel!
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Elaine Cormier
June 29, 2021
I am so sorry of Paula's passing. A very great lady and a angel. Love you Paula will miss you
Carol A. Cormier
June 28, 2021
My heartfelt condolences to your family. Paula was a loving and compassionate woman. She will be missed by many.
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