Paula Burns Palmieri

Paula was an incredible human, sensitive to the stresses in life of all whom she met. She touched the lives of so many in Old Saybrook, especially its children. This photo is from Family Day 2004. Your memory will live long in the minds of those many who knew you.

Dear Jim and family. I was once your neighbor when you lived in Monongahela, PA. I had two children Lydia and Nick. They were close in age to Jamie and Caitlynne. They would play together. Paula even would cut my husband's hair!! We loved Paula and love having you all as neighbors. We were sad to see you return to New England; where your family lived. So very sorry we lost touch with you and Paula all those years ago. We should have stayed in touch. We moved from Monongahela 5 yrs ago to Charlotte, NC retired and moved near our children and granddaughter. I recently saw Patty Labrasca and asked her if she had any contact with Paula. She did not but this week she private messaged me that Paula had passed away only this past February. I am so deeply sorry for your loss and sorry I never stayed in touch. She was a very special person and a wonderful friend. So glad to have known her and shared such happy memories! Bless you all during this very difficult time.....love, Colleen Cicci

To Jim and family. I am very saddened at the news of Paula's passing. Just on the few occasions that I have been in her presence and spoken to her on the phone, I felt warmth and positive feelings from her and I know that she will be greatly missed by her family and all those whose lives she touched. She was a bright light in this world. I send my deepest condolences. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

To our dear Caitlynne and her beloved family: you are all in our thoughts and prayers as you grieve and celebrate the life of Paula, who was clearly a true force in this world. While we were never able to know her, it's clear from Caitlynne that she was a kind, generous, and incredible woman; and her legacy lives on in the people she touched. Much love to all of you.

Sending love and prayers to the entire Palmieri and Burns family. It was such a privilege to know Paula and I am very grateful for her impact on my own family. The blessing of her presence will live on in our special little town and her mark is forever on our hearts.

Sending my love and prayers to the palmieri family. May you find comfort and peace in knowing how many lives Paula has touched a truly special woman.
With deepest condolences

Mr. Palmieri and Family,
It's funny how time can make you forget some memories, but others are so vivid. All these years since middle and high school and I can still hear Paula's voice and have such clear memories of hanging around the kitchen table in your lovely home on Pennywise. You both were surrogate parents, maybe without wanting to be, to a lot of your childrens friends and I am forever thankful for that. It is still so strange to me how the people who leave such a positive impact on earth are taken far too soon. God bless Paula and all of your family. She is forever alive in our hearts and memories.

To the Palmieri and Burns families, My deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss. Paula had a way of making the people around her feel special. She truly made an impact on the lives of those who knew her. My thoughts and my love are with you in this difficult time.

We are so sorry for the loss of Paula. We are praying for your family at this sad time. Please know that we think of you often. Jeanne and John Fabian

Paula was a beautiful woman inside and outside. Kind, compassionate, caring, tolerant, unnderstanding and nonjudgemental are the wotds i think of when I think of Paula. The greatest though is love. She loved her family most with all her heart but still had time for others.My heartfelt condolences are sent to the BurnsPalmieri family. Everyone will miss and continue to love and miss her . Whenever we talked you always said "I love you Sandra". And I responded "I love you Paula i will continue to say I love you Paula. May you rest in eternal peace dear cousin.

To the Palmieri family
We are so sorry for your loss. Paula was a beautiful person with a heart of gold.
We hold fond memories of her forever. She was a blessing to many.
RIP Paula, God Bless You and give your family the strength they need at this difficult time.

The Blanton's ( Fredericksburg, VA)

Dear Jim and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you say good bye to your beloved wife and mum. Paula was such a beautiful person who made each of us feel special and treasured by her. We remember her gifts and her love and send our deepest sympathy to you at this sad time. With love, Mitch and Regina

My deepest sympathy to all. I didn't know Paula but hearing about her and her courageous struggle has strengthened me and touched my heart. Thank you Lisa and may your sweet memories carry you and your family through your sorrow. Sincerely, Nancy B.

Dear Palmieri and Burns family,
My condolences to all that loved Paula. We were childhood classmates, and it saddens me to hear of her passing

We were so saddened to hear of Paula's illness and passing. Since meeting both Paula and Jim in 1991, we were pleased that our professional introduction quickly turned into a long lasting friendship. Jim and the entire Palmieri family are in our prayers for comfort and healing as Paula embraces the eternal love, peace, and wonders of heaven.

Paula- The memories I hold of you and your amazing family are endless. You were the most amazing women with the absolute biggest heart. I was blessed to be able to spend so much time with you and your family and for that I will be forever grateful. You taught me so much about life and how to be the best person I can be and I will think of you daily as I strive to be even half the women you were. I love you!

To palmieri and burns family so sorry to here of your loss ,paula you will always be in my thoughts lots of great memories growing up in amesbury and school days

We are so very sorry for your loss. We remember Paula for being so friendly and welcoming after we moved here 20 years ago. She had a very kind heart and it was clear she loved her family more than anything. She will not be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.

my condolences and deepest sympathy go out to the Palmeiri family. I'm so deeply saddened with the news of Paula's passing. we grew up in the same town and became very close throughout our high school years. I'm so glad we were fortunate to reconnect again in 2014. Paula was a very special person not only to me, but anyone's life she touched. she was always beautiful, inside and out. she was the most caring person in so many ways. she was always, always such an inspiration to me, including throughout her sickness. i find myself asking this question so many times - why do such horrible things happen to such a wonderful person? a question I will unfortunately never get an answer to. she will forever be in my heart. soar with the angels my dear beloved friend. heaven sure did gain a great one!! RIP Paula, my dear ......

Dear Palmieri Family,

Thinking of and praying for you during this especially difficult time. I will always remember Mrs. Palmieri as a friendly, strong, and beautiful woman, who I was lucky to have in my life. She was a role model to all!

Love,
Chelsie

Dear Palmieri Family,

Sending you all my love during this truly difficult time. I have such wonderful memories of Mrs. Palmieri throughout my childhood that I will always cherish! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Love,
Marissa

Paula lived the life that we all hope to lead. The warmth she added to this community will be greatly missed. Our love and prayers to her beautiful family.

Dear Palmieri Family,

My love to all of you during this difficult time. We have lost a treasure, a woman who held her family in the highest regard and gave so much of herself to others. She truly made the world a better place. I love you, Paula, and will miss you foreve

A heartbreaking loss of a beautiful soul. Paula touched the lives of so many and we are all a little better for having known her. To the Palmieri, Burns and extended families, I hope you can find some peace in knowing how many lives Paula touched and that we all now have a very special angel watching over us. Peace and love to you all.

Paula did so much for so many. Her legacy will live on in all those she has touched. My thoughts and prayers to her family.

My heart is crushed, and my spirit is broken. I'm not gonna kid anyone.. My love goes to the Palmieri and Burns families to the deepest parts of your grief and wh your joy if there be... that she is in a place of rest. What a gorgeous person Paula is, present tense, inside and out, and we all experienced it. Even though I'm miles away, and I have not seen Paula since leaving for Missouri to go to college, (and why?!) I longed to see her so many times. Didn't know where she was in reality, and didn't know who was the charming, fortunate man she called her husband, and didn't know her blessed and beautiful children. It's silly that our paths never looped back together. We spent so much time together, so many nights as sophomore's, junior's and senior's. We would skip home together holding hands and singing after class officer meetings at the McAlister's near Rt. 110. What a beautuful soul who loved unconditionally. Simply put, Paula was my best friend, my sanity, my "love," and the gentlest, and most affectionate soul I knew in high school years. I adored her. We sort of are distant family. That and Mr. Palmieri are the reason why I couldn't ask her to marry me (!!!) And still somehow I have to say "...goodbye Paula, I love you dear friend" knowing I've been absent. The pictures comfort me that Mr. Palmieri held the love of his life so well and so often. And that someone was there to hold her hand as often as you all did. I hope that her children will be comforted even though mum is away. I know the void is there, but she loves you infinity. Paula, hon, said with respect, you were the one who got me by, and who inspired me to any good thing I've ever done after you helped me 'survive' my high school challenges. All my love, lovely lady- Soar with the angels! Your the most beautiful among them, thank you for you!

Although I never had the honor of meeting Paula, I know her son and I wish nothing but peace and happiness for I'm sure that's what Paula what have wanted for her family.

The tender beauty, the spirit of kindness, the understanding of human love, the children everywhere, love was Paula's world. Jimmy and kids, she truly was 1 in a million. Cousin Karen and myself say....Paula was the most beautiful baby....and she was.

We loved you sweeet girl, friend, cousin, wife, MUM....
God Bless you Palmieri family.

Deepest sympathies to the Burns' family, the Cook family and Paula's husband Jim. She was a real sweetheart.

Our deepest sympathies are with you Jim and your beautiful family at this difficult time, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

The Stalsburg family

I love you

James, please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Lorraine Westervelt

James and family,
May your happy memories sustain you all now and in the future. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The McCarthy Family, Darien

With a heavy heart and deep sorrow, I send my love to the Palmieri and Burns families. I remember Paula's beautiful smile and eyes the color of the bluest sky. She's at peace, with her beloved brother, John, and loving parents. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Paula was a person you just couldn't get enough of! Kind, soft spoken, those eyes and the hair. It was my good fortune to have known her...with my deepest sympathy. Donna DiBella

My heart hurts for your loss. Paula was such a big part of my childhood and had such a huge impact on my life. I will forever be grateful to have gotten to know such a beautiful human being. Your family is in my prayers. Sending all my love in this difficult time and always.

To the Palmieri family and my cousins... my deepest sympathy and condolences. I love you all. RIP Paula <3 Cousin Peter!!!!

Paula -

You will forever be with us and
show us your undying love
Unforgotten angel from above

Angel with graceful wings
that has taught your family
many things

She is known well as wife, mother, & friend
please know this isn't goodbye or see you soon
she will forever be in our hearts and so much more
for we will see her beautiful face again,
Rest in peace my friend your family and friends will miss you
Rick

Rest in peace Paula..... I love you!!!!

Always a smile on her face whenever she came by the restaurant. We will all miss you dearly. Rest in peace Paula <3

Palmieri family, please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. May God comfort and sustain you during this difficult time.

Jimmy, Kathy and I send our deepest sympathies ...Paula was a very special and wonderful person.



John Walker and Kathy

We will all miss you Paula! Rest In Peace! ❤❤❤

Paula was an amazing women! She will be missed by so many people! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you through this difficult time! ❤

Jim, Paula is at rest now. Strangers we were she treated us ( Mario & Paula) more then family.Will miss her dearly.

Mario & Paula Signorelli - Family
Cromwell, Ct.

Jim and family,

A beautiful soul, inside and out. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tom and Brenda Seymour

Paula was a huge part of our lives growing up, from grade school through high school. Whenever we think of her, we see that smile on her face and the twinkle in her eye. Though we've only seen each other sporadically over the years since high school, it was always a treat to catch up when we did. Always caring and kind. Paula your spirit will always be with us. May you have eternal peace.

Dear Jim, James, Lisa and Palmieri Family,

You were blessed with a truly beautiful woman and her spirit will be with you always. She truly fought the good fight. May she now reap the rewards of eternal joy.

To the Palmeiri and Burns families, My Deepest Sympathy for your loss and also a loss for all of us that knew her. She was a special person and will forever be remembered and missed. We were friends as children and friends as grown ups, (Church Point, N.S. Canada).

Jim , may Paula now Rest In Peace . My sincere condolences to you and your family , at this most difficult time.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

I am very sorry for your tremendous loss. Sending love to your wonderful family.

I love you Paula! Thank you for every kindness you said or did for me. You were always so very nice to Uncle Jim & me. My heart is broken for your family & your Jimmy but the love you gave to them all will keep them strong. You will be missed & loved forever.

To the Palmieri Family,
Our love and thoughts are with all of you. Paula was one of the most wonderful, kindest, loving people in this world. "Thank you so much Paula for being such an incredible influence in Kelly's life."

Jimmy, it was a true honor to have known Paula. She was as sweet a person as there could be. When she was in a room, you could just feel the love and kindness coming from her. I known our lives went in different directions for years, but the type of friendship and love we all had with one another was always there and will be forever cherished. God Bless you all.
All our love,
Dawn and Paul Landreville

Our prayers and thoughts are with all the Palmieri family.
God bless. Paula will be missed.

To the Palmieri family, I wish all of you grace, stregnth, love and peace during this very difficult time. Your "mum", Paula, was so kind and welcoming, making everyone who was lucky enough to meet her feel at ease and comfortable. I know that the love your family shares will help ease your sense of loss and sadness. Paula will be greatly missed by many, many individuals whose loves she touched in positive ways. Im sending you love and prayers. My heart goes out to each of you. Thank you for your kindness, Paula. You will be missed.

We were so saddened to hear about Paula. Her spirit and love was treasured by all of us. Our sincere condolences to you all.

Liz,
My heart breaks for you, your sweet sweet dad and your siblings and their babies. Your mom was such a bright light. As a young teacher when I knew you and your family I looked up to your parents. They enjoyed each other's company and were such loving and fun parents. They made such an impact on my heart and I am sure on the hearts of many. I am so sorry you have to live without her here but I know she is with you all and in you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
All my love,

Paula's intention was to make a difference in all the people's lives she touched, myself and my children will always hold her close in our hearts.

I am sure we are not the only ones!

What a blessing to have known this beautiful person Paula, who welcomed us here 20 years ago with her always wide open arms and her heart for everyone. The three of us send LOVE to all she leaves behind -- and offer OUR wide open arms to you each and all in this sadness...

We'll miss her beautiful eyes, her quick wit, and her tender, loving spirit. Our condolences to the entire extended family. Paula will be greatly missed.

--Mike and Ellen Urban and family

Our hearts are broken with the loss of your Mom, wife, sister, Grandma and our friend❤Her life served as a role model for us all to follow with her love of family, and her kindness and generosity to others. Her legacy lives on in all who loved her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time ❤

I didn't have the pleasure of meeting you. But I met your wonderful daughter Elizabeth. And I just love her. She has told me so much about you and I feel like through her I got to know you. Rest in peace Paula.

Dear Jim, James, Caitlynne, Chris and Liz,
Paula was such a wonderful woman, a true inspiration to those who knew her. I hope the prayers and love of our community bring you some comfort.

I am so sorry to hear about Paula. I only really knew her through working on the Variety/Talent Show which she ran some years ago for so much time.

I always remembered how great she was...working with all the kids...her energy...her sense of humor....and her goodness overall was felt by everyone......

My prayers go out to Jim and all the kids...what a tremendous family.....and be strong.....God is with all of you.

Vinny McElhone Old Saybrook, CT

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time. Paula was a beautiful woman.

Please know my thoughts are with you all during this most difficult time. Paula is at peace and with the angels.

sorry to hear for your loss
prayers r sent your way

Paula was a mother to many of us growing up, and she shared so much love with her friends and family. She will be missed - but more so, she has made a lasting positive impact here that will always remain. Thank you Paula.

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.