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Paula Hamann Obituary
WORCESTER - Paula Kosky Hamann of Worcester passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 in the comfort of her home with her family after a brief battle with a reoccurrence of ovarian cancer. She was 46.
Paula was born on March 26, 1973 in Mount Kisco, New York. She spent her childhood in Medway and attended high school in Worcester, graduating from Worcester Academy. Paula earned dual Bachelor's degrees in biology and history from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia; her Master's degree in Public Health from Florida International University in Miami, Florida; and her Juris Doctorate from The American University in Washington, D.C. She worked for a brief period before becoming ill as the Director of Enrollment Management for the Diocese of Worcester Schools, Holy Name and St. Peter Marian Central Catholic High Schools. Prior to that she worked at Worcester Academy for five years in admissions, as well as teaching classes on Constitutional law and working with her advisees. Previously, she practiced law and taught legal writing in Atlanta, Georgia.
Paula was a member of Christ the King Church, and she directed the CYC in their annual play. She was an athlete who enjoyed baking. Paula went to the gym daily, participated in Iron Man races, Spartan races, and annually in the Falmouth Road Race (her favorite). Paula's first priority and focus were her boys and her family.
Paula leaves her husband of 16 years, John D. Hamann; her two sons, William R. Hamann and John ("Jack") R. Hamann; her parents, William G. and Janet S. (Wylie) Kosky of East Falmouth; her brother, William G. Kosky, Jr. of Plymouth; and her aunt, Patricia B. Kosky of Mashpee.
A period of calling hours will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 from 4-7 p.m. in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St., Worcester. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 4th at 11:00 am in Christ the King Church, 1052 Pleasant St., Worcester. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her name can be made to: Ovarian Cancer Institute, 960 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 130, Atlanta, GA. 30342.
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Becky Smith
December 17, 2019
We are so incredibly shocked and sad to hear about Paula's passing. Our prayers are with the whole family, during this incredibly difficult time for all of you. Her loss will be deeply felt. Sending our love and thoughts, Nick, Becky, Spencer & Sydney Smith
Carrie Howder
December 11, 2019
Our thoughts are with you, John and your sons. I will always remember the pretty pink dress Paula wore to the SAB prom years ago. Our thoughts are with you. Larry, Phil & Carrie
Debra Sydnor
December 5, 2019
Paula was a dedicated and loving mom, wife and friend to many. My prayers are with her family and many friends. Gone way too soon. Rest in Heavenly Peace.
Lark Champion
December 4, 2019
I met Paula my very first day at Emory. She organized a group of us to go running together that afternoon in Lullwater Park. (No surprise there). We have been friends ever since. Solid, down to Earth, smart, talented and passionate. I know her boys were the light of her life. She will be so missed.
Ian
December 4, 2019
paula was a great mother and will be missed dearly its hard to think that every time I come over no one will yell at me for dropping popcorn tell us to go outside she taught me a lot and jack two I miss her and know that she misses her boys two.
Elaine Danilowicz
December 4, 2019
So beautiful & so young..guess God needed another angel!!
Duane
December 3, 2019
Funny , smart , and a never ending energy . A force . You will be missed . Keep things organized up there for all of us please .
December 3, 2019
"We will miss you Paula, you touched us all with your kindness and spirit."
Lyne McDonagh
Worcester Youth Soccer League
Berry
December 1, 2019
Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Our daughter loved Paulas class and her. Many blessings. The Berry Family (Abi Class of 2019)
A Mother
November 30, 2019
A wonderful talented person taken way to soon
Rest In Peace
May your memory be eternal
Susie Amos
November 30, 2019
Oh my dear. Heaven's angels are welcoming a new strong force this week. Your wisdom and spark, your humor and generosity of spirit are going to be missed down here on earth. I would wish you peace but I bet you'll be working hard up there for all of us down here without skipping a beat. You have changed us all down here for the better. I'm so grateful to have known you and so sad you're gone.
Anthony Petrone & family
November 30, 2019
We are very sorry for your loss. We met Paula while she was working in admissions at WA. She was such a friendly person who assisted us every step of the way.
Our children adored her very much. We were glad to see her at our daughter's graduation last June.
May she Rest In Peace, and may the lord shine down over all of you during these difficult times.
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