Paula M. "Miller" Decelle
Paula M. "Miller" Decelle
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Paula Marie (Miller) Decelle, 69, longtime Pelham resident, died unexpectedly August 4, at her home.
She was the loving wife - his "honey" - of Michael E. Decelle, a resident of Aspen Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Haverhill, Massachusetts.
Paula was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, August 17, 1955, the daughter of Cora N. Ranck and the late Paul Miller.
Paula and Michael built a strong bond together and supported each other in their many projects. Paula was a good friend and neighbor and enjoyed visiting her family during the holidays, watching the children grow up.
In addition to Michael, she is survived by her mother and her sister Paulette Eisenmann and husband Marc Eisenmann. Also her brother-in-law Robert, and his wife, Gail Ralston, of Andover and sister-in-law Kathleen Burbank and Richard Burbank of Chesterfield, Virginia.
Her family also includes nieces and nephews and their spouses: Amy Eisenmann, Sara LaFosse, Meridith and Tom Finegan, Carolyn Decelle and partner Jeremy Goddard, Erica and Andrew Gunn, Jennifer Burbank and Christopher Coffin and Kelly McCloskey.
And many great nieces and nephews!
She is predeceased by her nephew Scott Robert Decelle.
A private service for immediate family will be held at a later date. ARRANGEMENTS by the PELHAM FUNERAL HOME - PELHAM, NH – (603) 635-3333.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Donna Parkhurst Niemaszyk
August 23, 2025
Paulette I was sorry to hear of Paula's passing. We all grew up together on Arthur Street in Lowell, MA. So many memories of the good ol days. Keep them close to your heart. Sending You and the family a comforting hug, and prayers that God give you all strength to get through these tough days. Donna Parkhurst Niemaszyk
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