Bergen – Went to join her parents on October 29, 2018, at the age of 76. She was a lifelong resident of the Rochester area (Chili, Brighton, and Bergen).
She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Philip McMahon; Children, Charles (Charlene) McMahon, Joseph (Nancy) McMahon, Teresa McMahon (fc), former spouse, Adam Jefferds; brother, Paul (Deb) DePascale; grandchildren, Rori McMahon, Catherine McMahon (Mike Smart), Rebecca Jefferds, Patrick McMahon (Gina Akel), Brooke Jefferds, Devlin McMahon; nephew, Gregory (Tori) DePascale niece, Emily (Jason) Dzurka; great nephew, Alexander Dzurka and numerous cousins that she loved dearly.
She finished her joy filled life in the loving care of The Episcopal Church Home and Monroe County Hospice Care in a dignified manner, on her terms.
She is predeceased by her parents, Paul and Josephine DePascale.
Paula had a life filled with a large and loving extended family and friends. We are all blessed with great memories of our wife, sister, mom, mama, granny, and friend. Paula loved children and when her first grandchild was born she embraced her new name “Granny”. She was always inspirational and supportive to her grandchildren. When her grandchildren were grown she volunteered with the Rochester City School District in the G2 program. She loved being around and helping children.
Paula led a very active and busy life. In addition to watching over her family, she enjoyed exercise, including yoga and Jazzercise. Paula would relax at her camp in Old Forge, NY, where much of her immediate and extended family would also vacation.
Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday 4-7 PM at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home. Funeral Service Friday 11 AM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to G2, an intergenerational friendship program that promotes social and emotional strength necessary for children to learn in and out of the classroom. WWW.g2rochester.org
