Name: Visitation for Paula W. Erickson
Start: 2016-04-20T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-04-21T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Conley Funeral & Cremation Service

Paula W. (Stevens) Erickson, age 73, of Brockton, died April 15, 2016 at Signature Healthcare-Brockton Hospital. She was the devoted wife for 45 years of the late James A. Erickson. Paula was born in Pawtucket, R.I., daughter of the late Paul R. and Mary (Willard) Stevens. Raised in Hartford, Vt. and Brockton, Mass., she was a graduate of Brockton High School. Paula received her Bachelors Degree from Bridgewater State College and her Masters Degree in Psychology from Boston College. For many years she was a psychologist at North East Health Services in Brockton, retiring in 2015. She remained passionate about her work that touched so many lives through the years. She was an avid gardener who also enjoyed sewing and exercise. However, her happiest moments were spending time with her family. Paula was the loving mother of Peter Thorburn of Taunton, Douglas Thorburn and his wife Darcie of Hinesburg, Vt.; Mark Thorburn and his wife Julie of Snellville, Ga., Roland Thorburn of Stoughton and Jennifer Erickson and her husband Erik Arthur of Natick. She leaves 8 grandchildren Brittany, Trevor, Kylie, Connor, Cameron, Grace and Evan Thorburn, Keira Arthur and several nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be held in the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont St. (Rte. 123), Brockton on Wednesday 5 - 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday at 11 a.m. and will be followed by burial in Melrose Cemetery. Donations in Paulas name may be made to the Patients Activity Fund at The Guardian Center, 888 N. Main St., Brockton, MA 02301. For condolences and directions please visit www.conleyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Enterprise on Apr. 18, 2016.

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Marina Williams

August 22, 2016

I would have loved to have gone to your funeral, but I just found out about your passing today. I was actually looking up your contact info because I wanted to let you know the impact you had on me professionally and personally and never had the chance to tell you when we worked together. I guess I waited too long. You were the best supervisor I ever had, and I try to be just like you now that I'm a supervisor myself. You really had a special gift and taught me so much. You shaped me as a therapist and as a counselor. I feel really sad to know that you passed. I just hope that you and your husband and your dogs are all together now.

Betsy Clague

May 14, 2016

Dan and I are so saddened to learn of Paula's passing. She was a true heroine who healed countless children and survivors of abuse and she was fearless in her advocacy for them. There are many safer places because of her work and her unfailing integrity. Our condolences to all who loved her.

May 8, 2016

One of the great unsung heroes of our time, Paula Erickson was the nicest, kindest, most well-meaning person in my world, and I will miss her forever. My heart goes out to her children and their children, to her extended family and friends and neighbors and co-workers. A truly beautiful person in every way shape and form. I speak for many on both sides of the prison walls when I say Heaven got a keeper today. I will thank you for all you did when (if) I get there, too.

Sincerely,
Jeff Blanchard

April 21, 2016

To The Erickson and Thorburn Families,

So sad to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of Paula. Great sense of humor and an outstanding lady. She will be sadly missed.

Sincerely,

Jen Vecchi

Paul Stevens

April 20, 2016

Paula's death hit me hard even though we haven't spoken in years. I wish the best to my nephews, neice, and their families.

Paul Stevens

April 20, 2016

Paula's death hit me hard even though we haven't spoken in years. I wish the best to my nephews, neice, and their families.

Annie (Stevens) Hirschenson

April 20, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of Paula's passing. My deepest condolences to Peter, Doug, Marc, Roland, Jennifer and all of her grandchildren.

Lianne Bruce

April 18, 2016

Our dearest friend Paula we loved you so much. You started as our therapist in 2005 and after years became such a friend. Many times talking about your trips to Ga. and all your children and grandchildren. And how you hated to love that elliptical. I even enjoyed going to the Guardian once a month to the exercise classes. We so missed you when my back and knee got so bad and I had surgery. We did not get to say a proper good by. You were so special in saving our lives when Sabrina was little and she too will never forget you. You touched so many lives and there will never be another you. We will never forget you. WE LOVE YOU! The Bruce Family. Lianne, David and Sabrina

Cindy DeLong

April 18, 2016

My sincere sympathy to Paula's family. A special person in my life and so many memories. I'm so glad I shared your love of Irises and Corgis. You will be missed.

Trevor Thorburn

April 18, 2016

Grammy,

Thank you for everything that you did for me. You were truly a special person that cared so much about those closest to you. I am so lucky to have you had you as a grandmother and I am so lucky to have had so many great memories with you and Grandpa that will continue to make me smile. Thank you for always being there for me Grammy; I know that you are in a better place watching over all of us.

Love,

Trevor

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