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Karen Paine Obituary
of Leominster; 47
LEOMINSTER -- Karen Vieno Paine, 47 of Leominster passed away at her home suddenly on Sunday, January 27, 2013.
Karen was the loving mother of David A. Paine and his wife Melody (Felton) Paine. Karen was the daughter of Donald and Claire (Dion) Paine.
Karen graduated in 1991 magnum cum laude from Fitchburg State College with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Karen was an R.N. and nurse case manager for Health Alliance Hospital in Leominster until December 4, 2012. She also worked as R.N. and nurse case manager at Deaconess Nashoba Hospital in Ayer.
Karen will be greatly missed by her six sisters and three brothers, Donna (Paine) & David Madden, Linda (Paine) & David Wells, Lisa (Paine) & MGySgt John Rafael, Pauline (Paine) Negron, Amy (Paine) & Jeffery Reynolds, Maria (Paine) & John Ledgard, John Paine, Michael & Rene (Valcourt) Paine, and Jason & Victoria (Shedd) Paine.
She leaves many nieces & nephews, Nikita Stinson, Sarah & Keagan Wells, Alyssa & Michael Reynolds, Jacob & Patrick Rafael, Rachel Sazonick, Matthew Ledgard, Ethan & Jared Paine, Joseph (her Godson) & Eric Paine, and Wesley & Natalie Paine.
PAINE -- A Mass of Christian burial will be held from Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Rd., Fitchburg, in Our Lady of the Lake Church, 1400 Main Street, Leominster, MA on Saturday, February 2, 2013 at 10am.
Calling hours will be held Friday, February 1, 2013 from 4-8 P.M. in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the
National MS Society
Greater New England Chapter
PO Box 845945
Boston, MA 02284-5945
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BettyAnn Cefole
February 4, 2013
Dear Auntie Claire, Uncle Don, David, and all my dear family. I am still at at loss for words, except to say I love you all will always remember what a beautiful difference Karen made in my life. I will always cherish those memories. Love, BettyAnn
The Barrows Family
February 2, 2013
Karen was an amazing person, so the news of her passing effects all of us deeply. Our thoughts are with the family in this difficult time.
February 2, 2013
Dear Paine Family, I knew Karen from Grade 1 and have many fond memories of St. Leo's and St. Bernard's. Always a true and sincere friend. She assisted with my dad's care several years ago at Leominster Hospital and I know, through her intervention, that he was well watched over. I saw her struggle that day but her concern was not for herself, but for my dad. Reading the other entries, that seems to be a common theme. May we remember her fondly and be grateful that God placed such a caring and unselfish individual in our paths to show us his compassion. Rest in peace Karen and know that you will be remembered.
Anne Lemieux Marasa
February 2, 2013
I wish I could be with the Paine clan at this difficult time. You have such a wonderful family and you always made me feel part of it.
My prayers and thoughts are with everyone.
Love Bev (Gramma B)
Karen
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Stacey Neudeck
February 1, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Karen at Leominster Hospital. She was my friend PIA. We used to joke about that all the time. It was very apparent that she had a great family and a supportive son. David I will never forget her "passport" story! She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
February 1, 2013
Just heard the news today that you had passed away. My prayers are with you and your family. We had good times working together. God Bless. Mary Hersee
MiMi Jackson
February 1, 2013
To Jason and Family
Sorry to hear of the loss of your sister. Just knowing that you come from a large family I know you will come together and share many memories
which will get you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family wishing you much peace.
Deb McGregor-Gilliam
February 1, 2013
So sorry to hear of Karens passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the Paine families.
February 1, 2013
I LOVE YOU AUNTIE KAREN. You'll forever be my idol and I miss you so much. Love, Keagan. Meet you at the golden gates angel.
Kerry Riedle
February 1, 2013
Dear Donna and family,
I wanted to offer my sincere sympathies for your loss. May you find comfort in the memories you have. God Bless you all.
La'Shawn Stinson
February 1, 2013
to pauline and nikita and the whole paine family i send my love and prayers too you all for your loss karen was a warm and beautiful young lady that i remeber meeting along time ago she is in my heart and so are all of you may she now rest in peace from La'Shawn, Terry, and Aleah
Carol & Jean
January 31, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with Karen's Family. We remember her from Nashoba and Leominster Hospitals...she was such a wonderful person and her kindness to our Mother will never be forgotten.
January 31, 2013
We want to send our sincere condolences to the whole family. It seems just like yesterday we were all at camp Wellville enjoying each others company. May God comfort you at this sad time. Our hearts and prayers go out to each and everyone of you. Mr. and Mrs. Domenic Howe and family.
January 31, 2013
I am saddened by the news of Karen's passing. My prayers and thoughts are with her family. I worked with Karen in the hospital, she will be missed. God Bless
Carrol Stevenson-LeBlanc
Tracey Howe
January 31, 2013
To the Paine Families,
I am so sorry to here about the loss of Karen. I have fond memories spending many childhood vacations at Camp Wellville and hanging out with each of you and wish to express my sincere deepest sympathy.
It is never easy losing a daugher, mother, sibling, aunt or friend, but please have comfort in knowing that God has welcomed her into his kingdom with loving hands and may she rest in peace among the angels.
God Bless,
Tracey M. Howe
Monique McDonald
January 31, 2013
Words can't express how saddened I am to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Betty Mirovich
January 31, 2013
So very sorry to hear of Karen's passing. My daughter was such good friends with the whole Paine family. I had the opportunity to work with Karen a few times at HealthAlliance. RIP Karen, your family and friends will miss you.
Sue Dusoe
January 30, 2013
David so sorry for your loss. Thoughts are with you.
Sister Anna Raimon, PBVM
January 30, 2013
To the Paine Families,
My sincerest sympathy on the death of Karen. Be assured of my thoughts and prayers during this time of your great loss.
Aimee St Jean
January 30, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Karens passing.... She was such a sweet,hardworking woman. So sorry for your loss
Grand Canyon, one of our many trips :)
Darlene Civita
January 30, 2013
I am at a lost for words to describe my best friend leaving us so suddenly and unexpected. For 24 yrs we knew each other and spent many, many great times together and with our children. I feel like a second Mom to David and she to my daughter Jennifer. Her family is my family and I always told her how very lucky she was to have them as I was lucky to have her. I will always treasure the friendship we had. Prayers and love to all the Paines during this difficult time.
Bridget Grensavitch
January 30, 2013
My thoughts are with Donna and her family. Hold your family close and together you will all get through. Thinking of you everyday.
January 30, 2013
Dear Auntie Claire, Uncle Don and family.
Karen will live in our hearts forever. Prayers are being lifted up for the whole family. We love you and we know the pain you are feeling. We also know that God has His arms wrapped around you and will give you peace. Love, Tia, Heidi, Wally and Brannon.
jen smith
January 30, 2013
My heart goes out to the Paine family.
God Bless all of you at this difficult time.
Jen Smith
Suzanne Leger-Doiron
January 30, 2013
Dear Paine Family, I went to school with Karen for many years. She was always so kind and always had a smile on her face. Keep her memories close, I know I will. RIP Karen, you will be missed. xox
Ann Shaughnessy-Romano
January 30, 2013
Such sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Paine family. Not only did I work with Karen at HealthAlliance, I also remember Karen and David from the St. Leo's school days...when I would go to events in support of my nephews (the O'Loughlins). Matt and David were good friends. I know how very much she loved David and was so happy to see him start his new life. The Paines are a large and supportive family, who I know will help each other through this very difficult time. May Karen rest in peace.
January 30, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Karen's family. May you rest in peace Karen. May we all find comfort in the good times and memories
-Karen Sullivan
January 30, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I know from working with Karen, especially through all of the stories she told how close she was with her family and the special bond she and David shared.
Therese Salame
January 30, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss, your family will be in my thoughts and prayers, I know from working with Karen and the many stories how close she was with all of her family and the special bond she and david shared.
Therese Salame
Jennifer Perla
January 30, 2013
Thank you for being a great friend to my Mom and just like a Mom to me. You are a wonderful woman who will be sorely missed. You left us way too soon. Love you.
Lisa Daley
January 30, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the Paine family during this difficult time.
Shelley Soini
January 30, 2013
I want to express my condolences to your family for your loss. I worked with Karen at HealthAlliance and she was a wonderful and kind person and she will be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jeannette Fagan
January 30, 2013
Karen was such a pleasure to work with she had an amazing personality and was so very funny, she will be greatly missed... May you RIP Karen Paine
Amy Laberge Mason
January 30, 2013
Amy and Family...So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and Prayers.
Linda
January 30, 2013
I love you and thank you, thank you thank you.
Shelby Dion
January 30, 2013
We are holding you all close to our hearts as you try to get through this difficult time. Karen was such a happy, kind, loving person and she will continue to share all of her beautiful qualities through all of those that she has touched. May God wrap His arms around all of you to help comfort and ease your pain as He accepts her into His home. Sending our love and sympathy. The Dion's (Mike, Shelby, Gabe & Josh)
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