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Paula Nigrini Obituary
She was the wife of William J. Nigrini.
Born Feb. 28, 1949, in Rochester, Beaver County, she was a daughter of Paul Dudash, Aliquippa, and the late Paula Dudash.
She was a licensed registered nurse and nursing home administrator. Paula was the executive director of clinical services at Arista Care/Meadow Springs, Plymouth Meeting.
She was a member of St. John Baptist de la Salle Roman Catholic Church.
Paula graduated from St. Joseph School of Nursing, Pittsburgh, and earned a master of public management from Carnegie-Mellon University, Pittsburgh, and a master's of science in nursing from West Chester University.
She was a member of Sigma Theta Tau-National Honor Society of Nursing.
Paula's joyful spirit, enthusiastic welcomes and generosity will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Christine J. Gable, Wernersville; a stepson, Matt, husband of Lucinda Glinn, Harrisburg; and two stepdaughters, Nicole, wife of Jeff Hartman, Reading, and Cynthia K. Nigrini, Macungie.
Other survivors include two brothers, Richard Dudash and Ronald, husband of Mimi Dudash, both in Calfornia; and two sisters, Mary Ann, wife of John O'Neill, Wyomissing, and Carolyn, wife of Dave Bloom, in Ohio.
There also are a stepgranddaughter, Laura Hartman; and several nieces and nephews.
Paula was predeceased by a brother, Paul Dudash Jr.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 11 a.m. in St. John Baptist de la Salle Roman Catholic Church, 420 Holland St., Shillington, PA 19607. Friends may call Wednesday, 10 to 11 a.m., in the church.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Paula Nigrini may be made to the Institutional Advancement Fund, c/o Alvernia College, 540 Upland Ave., Reading, PA 19611, memo P. Nigrini Nurse Scholarship Fund, or Reading Hospital and Medical Center, P.O. Box 16052, Reading, PA 19612-6052, to be used for the School of Nursing Scholarship Fund. Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be recorded at www. kuhnfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paula Nigrini
Kristie Evans, CNA
May 17, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. I worked with Paula in Wernersville. She ALWAYS made me feel like I was appreciated for my hard work. And I always felt like I could talk to her even though she was my boss. She went out of her way for us many times. What a beautiful lady. She will be missed. God bless you.
Melissa Bloom
May 15, 2008
The Best
God saw that you were getting tired
And a cure was not to be:
So He put his arms around you
And whispered, "Come home with me"
With tearful eyes we watched you suffer, And saw you fade away.
Although we loved you dearly,
We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating.
A determined spirit was at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best.
We miss you Aunt Jeannie,
Love, Godchild Melissa and Megan
Carolyn Bloom
May 5, 2008
Paula will be missed so very much. She touched the lives of all who knew her. I will miss all the smiles, laughs, good times, guidance, insight, love, friendship and most of all - the sisterhood that she gave. I am truly blessed to have been her sister. Her radiant beauty and precious spirit will be missed by all who knew her. May Jesus watch over her and bless all who were touched by this special lady.
Barry and Melanie Stock
April 26, 2008
To the family of Paula Nigrini
I worked with Paula at Community General Hospital,when CGH was a "family". She always had this amazing ability to make an utterly disasterous night humerous.She was a friend and confidant. I'll miss her.
Bud & Nanc MADARA JR
April 23, 2008
Bill,
We're so sorry for your loss of Paula.
You found a wonderful woman to spend your life with.
She was an excellent Nurse & educator. A friend to all.
May God give you peace & strength now & always.
Jody Yoder
April 23, 2008
Dear Chrissy,
Neil & I just want to extend our sincere sympathy to you and your family. I'm sorry that I never had the chance to meet your mother, she must have been a beautiful, caring woman. She certainly did a super job of raising a caring, compasionate, intelligent and beautiful daughter! You are in our hearts and prayers.
Sincerely,
(Missy's mom)
Cindy Koretsky
April 23, 2008
Bill & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Her smile & spirit will not be forgotten and will always be with us.
Sandy Shoffner
April 23, 2008
Bill,
Please know that you are in my heart at this sad time for you and your family. Memories will be your comfort in the days ahead so hold on to them and know you are in my prayers. Paula surely was a special person.
Tom & Cheryl O'Neill
April 23, 2008
Mary Ann,
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your sister. She was a wonderful person who brightened everyone's day. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. Our prayers are with you and her family.
Love Always,
Tom & Cheryl
Matthew Coldren
April 23, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Steve Bayus
April 23, 2008
Bill:
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Marshall Bowen RN
April 22, 2008
God bless you and your family. Paula was an excellent nurse and a great person with a fabulous smile.
Lew Losoncy
April 22, 2008
Bill, my thoughts and encouragement are with you during these tough times. Paula was lucky to have someone as special as you in her life. Lew Losoncy
Kristin Miller RN
April 22, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
A. Nigrini
April 22, 2008
Paula Nigrini was a one-of-a-kind woman who will be greatly missed. She was a bright spot in our family and had a gift for making everyone around her feel welcome, important, and loved. I admired her strength and intelligence and appreciated her kind heart. How fortunate we all are for having known such an incredible and classy lady. We will miss her terribly.
Robert Dudash
April 22, 2008
Paula was always a bright spot in my life from when I was in High School and she looked after me as her younger cousin. She's helped so many in so many ways since then and till now. The world is a sadder place. My condolences.
Pat Swavely
April 22, 2008
I have worked with Paula at Community General Hospital and she was always so pleasant and helpful. She will surely be missed. Bless you all.
Jeffrey Hartman
April 22, 2008
There are so many good things to be said about Paula it is hard to put it into words. In the years I have known her she was always happy and smiling. Even down the the last few weeks she always made sure everyone was comfortable and having a good time. She was truly a genuine person and had the biggest heart of anyone you ever met. She will be missed by all that ever knew her and especially by her incredibly caring husband Bill. We are all very fortunate to have had her in our lives. Good Bye Paula We Love You.
Nicole O'Neill
April 22, 2008
Dear Aunt Mary Ann, Amy, Mary, Julie, and J.T.,
I am so sorry to hear about your Sister and Aunt. I remember her when I was a little girl, she was so nice and funny. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Always, Nikki
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