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Sylvia & Ron Winter posted a condolence
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to Roger, Marie, Samantha Roger Jr Our thoughts and prayers are with you all We were so shocked to hear of Paula's passing Paula was a lovely person. we used to see Samantha and Paula always laughing and always willing to help and always up to mischief we watched them all flourish through the years. May god bless you all thinking of you Paula always
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Jeff Turner posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Growing up Paula was like big sister to me. It fills me with sadness to say goodbye to her. She was such a strong woman who had great love for her family. My heart goes out to the Charles and MacArthur families.
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Amber Faucher (McKinnon) posted a condolence
Monday, March 24, 2008
My greatest sympathies to everyone in this difficult time.
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Krys Hamilton posted a condolence
Monday, March 24, 2008
Paula...
I grew up knowing you as that cute but pesky little sister of Sam's, somehow always showing up to bug her at just the 'wrong' time. Deep down though, we all knew she loved it!
Later on I knew you as "the one" who made my best childhood friend the happiest man alive. Your life with Scott went on to bring forth two beautiful children who will carry your memory.
Your dream of an OLOF reunion will come true Paula! One day, enough of the rest of us nuts will get it together and celebrate the memories of ALL our classmates... and you'd better be watching :-D
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Samantha Belansky posted a condolence
Monday, March 24, 2008
Paula my Sister:
I sit here finally writing my letter to you, my pain in the butt little sister. I guess you could say, I was hoping to be able to put everything I needed to say in this letter, but then I realized you already know everything. I mean yes you had a hard hell of a battle and although it was a big part of who you are, that is not how I choose to remember. I remember my little sister, who always started fights, knowing I was there to protect her. I remember you listening to your music in your room, hairbrush in hand dancing around signing your heart out. I remember those Saturday nights when mum was at bingo, and dad watching hockey. Roger and I would be a tag team wrestling duo as we fought you and you let us.
What I am so grateful for is the type of upbringing we had. We had two loving parents, and our family always told each other how much we loved one another. It was a blessing when you met and married Scott and his family was the same way, no shortage of love. You were heading into your 12th year of marriage and I admire you for that. I know how much you love your husband and your kids, I as your sister will make sure that is never doubted or questioned. I mean you were stubborn as hell, not always right but knew what you believed in and your family both immediate and extended were always important to you.
I am so sorry you had to battle so hard these last four years. It isn't fair. Gotta tell you though, I am glad you let me come along for this crazy ride. See even though the cancer may have limited you at times, it didn't win. It tried to knock you down, but you didn't let it keep you there. It's funny really, well maybe that isn't the right choice of words, but you know what I mean. Everyone always says how even though you had cancer you never complained, never let it get you down, and always were so positive ready to fight it every step of the way.
I thank God everyday for how close you and I were. I mean we talked on the phone everyday and did everything together, the good and the bad. I still have people say to me how envious they are of our relationship. It's too bad not everyone gets to experience it.
Although as far as I am concerned God choose to take you away to early, I find it fitting that it happened during Holy Week. The courage, strength and love you have shown throughout everything, to me makes you a saint. I know there are plenty of angels up there to look after you, as you will do with us. I am glad you can finally rest when you want, have a beer if you want, and walk around in your sandals all day long if you decide.
I just want you to know how much I love you and always will. I know that deep down you are okay, but please feel free to come and visit me anytime I still talk to you everyday and that will never change. I will do my best to look after Scott, Marissa, and Dylan the best I can and the way you would want me too. I know I don't have to tell you again how proud and how much I admire you, but I will say again how much I love you!
Anyway I guess that is it for now cause if I don't stop I'll have written a novel. We all know how much you love the "mushy stuff." I won't say goodbye, that is too final. I will say until later, and look forward to seeing you again sometime. I love and miss you, but am glad you now have peace and comfort.
Until later Paula, my lil sis', Love you sooooooooo much!!!
Samantha
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Paula and Derek Willms posted a condolence
Monday, March 24, 2008
What she was (anonymous)
A beautiful blonde is what she was, until this cancer became a lost cause.
In time it got better, only to get worse
Such a wonderful person as herself did not deserve such a curse.
"There is no cure," the doctors did say
"she has one month left you need to take it day-by-day."
Her condition worsens we have not one idea what to do
trying everything we could, to help her pull through.
God is all that can help her now
Time is fading fast I'm just hoping he'll allow this horrid cancer to pass.
I look at her older sister with tears in her eyes
on the outside so strong but on the inside just dies.
But then i see her in that hospital bed a smile on her face
She knows she has little time so helpless she is
but if you were to ask her how she was doing her reply would be,
"Just fine."
I'll continue to pray for her day-in-day out
because Gods Will will be done and in that I have no doubt.
Paula,
I never thought that this day would come, I took life for granted. I just kept saying to myself she will be fine. I have known you since I was three years old running up and down the street between your parents house and mine. There are so many memories. One of my favorites is when your sister and I would be hanging in her room and we would lie on the floor and look into your room through the heating vent and laugh at you singing and dancing. Hey, I never had a little sister, so I took pleasure in bugging my best friend's little sister. You were also good at causing trouble. There were numerous times we were kicked out of the bingo hall by our moms thanks to you and your sister and your antics, as we made to much noise for the other players. I always knew that if you were around that I was in for an interesting conversation and a good laugh. As time went on we grew up and attended each others weddings, family birthdays, and showers.
I was at your parents the other day and every time the door opened I expected it to be you bounding up the stairs with a "Hey Lady". We may have a sad silence in our lives, but I can guarantee Heaven just got a whole lot louder. Paula, the street won't be the same without you. You won't be there to give me that wave as you sit on the step watching Marissa and Dylan play as I drive by. I will never see you make that daily walk between your house and your parents. I take comfort in knowing that your spirit will live on in your two beautiful children, Marissa and Dylan.
The last time I saw you you told me that you were tired. Paula, you are free from pain and tired no more.
We will miss you, watch over all of us.
Love, Paula (PG)
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Marianna & Dave Huckla posted a condolence
Monday, March 24, 2008
Maria, Roger, Samantha, Roger;
We wish to send our deepest sympathy, keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
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Zaineel and Billy Braun posted a condolence
Monday, March 24, 2008
Dearest Scott, Marissa, Dylan and Family, we are truly sorry for your loss and may God give you strength at this very difficult time.
We will all miss Paula, who was not just a woman but a wonderful wife and mother, not just a fighter but a trooper, not only a neighbour but a good friend! I'll miss calling and hearing "hey lady" on the other end from one of the bubbliest voices I know, as we try to "organize" one of our get-togethers. We'll miss the over-the-hedge conversations and through-the-fence chats (when we always knew you were smiling on the other side). We will miss your sense of humour and livelihood...but we will never forget. We are grateful to have shared a special friendship with you and your family.
May you always be peaceful and happy and may your spirit live on in all those you have touched!
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Theresa, Collin, Trevor and Chris Cotton posted a condolence
Monday, March 24, 2008
Paula was an inspiration to everyone she met. She was the bravest and the most positive person I have ever met in my life. I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to meet such an incredible person.
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The Polocko Family posted a condolence
Monday, March 24, 2008
Our sincere sorrow and condolences to the entire Mac Arthur family. We new Paula from Our Lady of Fatima school functions, she was a genuine happy sole who always gave so much, she will always be fondly remembered.
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Mrs. Helen Trainor posted a condolence
Monday, March 24, 2008
To all members of Paula's family, my prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. I am very sorry for your profound loss. I wish I could meet you all again in person but I am flying today to Calgary to see my granddaughters. I will continue to pray for you all. I know the Fatima community will support each of you. My memories of Paula are of her as a little girl at school. Cherish your memories, share your sorrows and support one another. God Bless you all. Mrs. Helen Trainor, retired teacher, Our Lady of Fatima School.
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Lynn & Marv Cook posted a condolence
Sunday, March 23, 2008
" Our Paula"
Where do I start to eulogize "Our Paula".
To describe her as fun loving, outrageous, witty and a bit of a prankster is just a start and oh yes how she loved her chocolate.
You never turned your back on her if she had a hose in her hand. Many a party at Paula and Scotts ended with everyone going home soaked to the skin. We all took to dressing in wash and wear. I recall one time she even brought the garden hose into the livingroom and doused all within range. Scott was usually the primary target so we all tried to steer clear of him.
She was the first one to throw a bucket of water and laughed the hardest when retaliation came.
While sometimes quick to anger she was just as quick to forgive.
Her family and extended family always knew how much she loved us. Paula always ended a call or visit with "Love You".
I can't count the number of times I picked up the phone to hear "Hi Mom, This is your georgeous, charming, beautiful, sexy, intelligent daughter calling" and at the end of the conversation would always be "ok, talk to you soon - Love You"
She was a devoted Mother to Marissa and Dylan, a Wife who's passion for her Husband, Scott never ceased, A loving daughter to Roger and Maria and a Sister and Best Friend to Samantha and Roger. She became the daughter they never had to Doug and Jane and also to Marv and I. She was Aunty Lala to Kelsey and Victoria and loved making up her 3 girls as she referred to them. Poor Dylan often arrived with something girlie on his face or nails.
Paula never forgot a Birthday, Anniversary or any occasion. Every Mother's Day - 3 cards and flowers went out. One to Maria, her Mother whom she loved dearly, one to Jane, her Mother-in-law, who became a second Mother to her and one to me - For which I will always be grateful - I was Mother #3.
All endings are beginnings we just don't realize it at the time.
Each of us have people in our lives for a purpose; whether to teach us an important lesson or to help us understand something. I think Paula's purpose was to bring us together in laughter and love and to teach us all about Bravery, Courage, and Hope, all of which she had an abundance. Never give up would have been her motto. She fought right to the end.
I recently read: Sacrifice - It's a part of life. It's supposed to be. It's not something to regret it's something to aspire to. When you sacrifice something precious your really not loosing it your just passing it on to someone else. In this case we're passing "Our Paula" into God's hands.
Paula has passed on to all of us her love of family, friends and especially life and laughter. Lets all try to live up to her gift.
Here's to you our precious Wife, Mother, Daughter, Sister and Friend. We will hold you in our hearts FOREVER.
Love You,
Lynn (Mother #3)
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George Leeson posted a condolence
Sunday, March 23, 2008
As i write this, i am looking at the photo of paulas smiling face. It is hard to beleive what has happened. God has taken away a true angel.
My heart goes out to all the family... my sister Maria, Roger, Roger jr, Samantha, Scott, Marisssa, Dylan, Kelsey & Victoria.
Even though i never got to see Paula too often, my memories will never be forgotten.
I know you are in heaven Paula, because theres no other place you could be....
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Anna and Lloyd Young and Nona posted a condolence
Sunday, March 23, 2008
To my Sister Maria, Roger and Family our thoughts are with you at the sad loss of Paula and all the pain you are going through. I am sorry and very sad not to be there with you for support at this time - you know I would if I could fly.
My memories are those of Paula bringing out the teenager in me with the fun and games we use to have when we came over to visit and her favourite words she used to use to greet me (Hello Luv!!) Both Paula and Samantha were like a double act when they use to take us out we had so much fun together especially when going shopping I would like to think that I could take the praise for most of the madness and mayhem she caused as I could see my double in her when I was younger and of that I would be very proud to take.
Paula I am very proud to have had you as my Niece, both in person and in spirit - god knows how you had the strength to go through all the pain and suffering and not complain - you remind me of Grandad who you are with now and who has taken over from mum and dad in caring for you in your passing. Save a place for me when my time comes so we can catch up on all the fun and games we used to share - Rest In Peace.
From Mum - To My darling daughter Maria, Roger and Family - words cannot express the feelings I have in my heart in the great loss of my Grandchild Paula - I am glad that I made it over for Christmas to see her before she died. I hope you can find the strength to deal with death of your precious daughter Paula and also the courage she had in dealing with her illness - you are always in my thoughts - ti amo
Paula - you are with Grandad now - rest in peace.
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Antonio Leeson posted a condolence
Friday, March 21, 2008
My niece Paula has gone, why i dont know what went wrong. Its so unfair is my song what about all the scum that do wrong. there the ones who live on. I understand this is Gods work & i ask that he heals my sister & family's hurt so they can refrain from all of the pain they feel but do not deserve. Paula's gone to rest God knows she been put to the test
not once did she complain throughout all her pain there's a lesson to learn. God bless Paula her Mother & Father Brother & Sister Husband & Children & all who knew her. Goodnight Paula Rest in Peace i know your there with Granddad. I wish i had spent more time with you "LOVE YOU ALWAYS" Uncle Tony xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Edward& Colleen Fairbairn posted a condolence
Thursday, March 20, 2008
we are all so devastated at this time of loss, I wanted to write and express my sorrow. Paula was such a special person that no words are really adequate. She brought pleasure to all she came into contact with and will be very sadly missed. It is tragic that such a bright young life was brought to an early close. Paula was a favourite with everyone and the memory of her happy nature will remain with us as I am sure it will with all of you.
Please accept our sympathy in this extremely difficult time.
The Fairbairn family.
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colleen fairbairn posted a condolence
Thursday, March 20, 2008
may god give you, the family of our dear Paula, strength during this difficult time as He will hold her in His arms, happy and free of pain. Always watching over all of you as your angel. Paula was my dear friend, my closest friend I will ever have. The day I chose her to be Kaitlin's and Jordan's godmother was one of the best decisions of my life and as she was so honoured to do so. Well girlfriend I love you forever and like you and I said BFF will stay... My deepest sympathy to all of Paula's family. I pray for you all in this time of sorrow.
Colleen Fairbairn
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Carol Boccia posted a condolence
Thursday, March 20, 2008
To Paula's family,
Over the years, I have worked along side with Paula at Bingo and other school events. She is a wonderful and inspiration woman. She has taught me a lot about positive attitude and kindness. As we are an involved Fatima family, my thoughts and prayers are with all the family as my son was in class with Kelsey. God bless to all!
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Lisa & Ian Holden posted a condolence
Thursday, March 20, 2008
We are so sorry to hear about Paula. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
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AL&JEAN ROBERTS posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with all your family at this time.
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Leanne Pemberton posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Paula was so full of life and had a heart big enough to do anything. She fought a good fight and is now able to rest. May God bless you all. We will all meet again Paula! xox
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Etherington Family posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Paula, one of the most positive individuals I have ever known. You faced every obstacle head on with a smile and a determination most of us only wish for. Clearly you will be missed beyond explanation. Thank you for all the inspiration, laughs and memories.
Heather, Roy, Ben and Luke Etherington.
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Christine Brettell posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Sending my prayers to the family of Paula. I was honoured to have met Paula at the school only a year ago. Being able to work with her at the school "Fun Fairs" and breifly on the school council was wonderful. While passing by Paula in the parking lot at school waiting for her children, she always had a smile on her face. What a strong individual she was. May her spirit live on through her children. I pray for Scott to have the strength to get through this aweful time.
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Chris Bartolini posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
I would like to offer my condolences to Paula†™s family. Paula was as fine a person as I†™ve ever met. As genuine and honest as they come and always a pleasure to be around.
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Marsha Mason posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
I can only hope to have an ounce of the courage Paula did in her life.
Many thoughts, much love and strength,
Marsha
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Adam, Janet, Jostlynn & Jaiden Misner posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Our hearts go out to you in this time of sorrow. Paula you were a dear friend! I will always cherish our memories growing up! I have the other half to our gold heart we exchanged as best friends growing up and will hold it close to mine. You were a great care giver to Jostlynn and she will miss you dearly! "Hey Lady" if you can hear me up in Heaven, I will love you always and forever! You were a loving friend, who always had such a positive outlook in life, I wish everyone had the stregnth you did! Miss you~
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Colleen & Ed Mamede posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Samantha & Family ~ Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow & remembrance. I will always remember Paula's smile and sense of humour. I can only hope my girls will be as close as you two have been throughout the years.
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Sue McCafferty(Palleschi) posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
So sorry to hear of Paula's passing. I went to high school with her and she was always so friendly and nice. My deepest sympathy to all of you during this difficult time. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Sue McCafferty
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John and Gayle Gallagher posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Our deepest sympathies are with you at this difficult time. We are so sorry that we cannot be there, but we are thinking about Paula and the family everyday.
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Helen Laflamme posted a condolence
Monday, March 17, 2008
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Charles & Family, I met you, Mrs. Charles, at your place of employment recently; you recognizing me as one of your daughters' friend's Mom. You told me of Paula's illness but your positiveness and courage and Paula's also, led me to believe she was going to win. How devasted I was to hear of her passing.
It's totally unnatural for a parent to outlive a child; God gives us these beautiful babies to look after and nurture into independent mature adults and that Paula was...beautiful inside and out but for God to take her back so pre-maturely, He must of needed her to fulfill His Will. Those left behind, will grieve and long to see her smile again; hear her laughter....we are all human. My heart goes out to you, and my thoughts and prayers are with you as you pass through this valley of sorrow. The Sun WILL SHINE AGAIN! May God uplift you at this time and give you the purpose and strength to carry on. Good-night, Paula...you were truly loved! So exceedinly saddened, Helen Laflamme
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Anna Pasetto posted a condolence
Monday, March 17, 2008
To Scott,Marissa,Dylan and Family. I was one of the privileged lab technicians at the Linwell Rd lab that Paula requested to service her on a regular basis. Paula was a very special lady and spoke of her family in the most loving way...I met Dylan and Marissa when she brought them with her on occasion you were her everything...Your MOM is now looking after you from up above and is with you where ever you go...I send my deepest sympathy to all of Paula's loved ones and I feel privileged to have known her...We will all miss her very much.
With Love and Sympathy Anna Pasetto
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Red and Jean Hayes posted a condolence
Monday, March 17, 2008
Dear Roger and Family, Valerie called us this morning and informed us of the death of your sister. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers for God to give you strength, peace and comfort that can only come from Him at this difficult time. God bless each and everyone of you as you prepare to say goodbye to your loved one and rest on the assurance she is in a better place with no pain, tears or sorrow. God has her in His arms and will take care of you that are left. God Bless!
Red and Jean Hayes (Val's Mom and Dad)
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Michelle Sanders posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 0002
I dont even know where to begin. Paula was my best friend for years. We did everything together,travelled to Florida and England together, went up north together,made snow cones to sell on the side of the road. I remember when that neon colour was in style and we were the first ones to rush to the store to buy our neon purses and matching tops,lol. I remember when the punk phase came out and we bought matching shoes and suspenders.We thought we were so cool!!! I have so many great memories of the times Paula and i spent together. I just want to list them all , there are so many. Paula always told me that I was beautiful inside and out and too not worry so much and that no matter what she will always be there for me. I feel very honoured to have Paula as my childhood best friend and she was there along side me with her sister and Colleen Fairburn for the birth of my oldest daughter Shaylin. You will forever be my best friend!!!!!!!!!!! Love Michelle
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