Paula D. Guffey

Paula D. Guffey, beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully in her home on July 29, 2024, after a brief illness, surrounded by her family. She was a resident of 20 Cassin Hill Rd, Garnet Valley, PA.

Paula was the cherished daughter of the late Sophia (Szymanski) DeChano and Paul D. DeChano. She is survived by her devoted husband, John Cunningham, and her four loving sisters: Gina Gausman (husband Stephen Gausman), Barbara Lanese, Jenny Jo Barber (Rick Barber), and Eva Feidler (husband Michael Feidler). Paula was a beloved aunt to Gina and Steve Gausman's children: Stacey Adamski (Joe), Erika Martell (Pat), and Jodie McVan (Mike); Jenny Jo Barber's children: Nicholas Barber and Raena Lindemuth (Brent); and Eva and Mike Feidler's children: Leah Chamberlin (Nick) and Michele Feidler Lehman (Drew). She was also a great-aunt to 18 great-nieces and nephews.

Paula is survived by her husband John's family, including John R. Cunningham (wife Jeanne Cunningham) and grandchildren Lucie, Charlie, Allie, and Jamie. She is also remembered by her two aunts, Jackie Myslinski (John) and Bobbie Hokoana (Ted), along with several cousins.

Paula had a grace about her that can’t be described, regal in her beauty. She was known for her incredible generosity and dedication to her family. She worked as a secretary at Ridgway Hospital, where she was valued for her kind nature. Despite living an adventurous life early on, including traveling on the Concorde before it was retired, residing in the heart of New York City, and even meeting Pope John Paul II. Paula will be most remembered for her later years, living the life she wanted with John. Embracing a simpler life that reflected her humble personality and her desire for simplicity and the love of home.

She found joy in the simple pleasures of life, such as doing crossword puzzles, reading books, watching the news with John, spending time with her family, and caring for her dogs, Joey and Jill. Paula was also known for her amazing decorating skills, creating beautiful homes that were a testament to her talent and attention to detail.

Paula's incredible generosity, caring, kindness, and love for her family will forever be remembered and cherished. She was always there to care for her loved ones whenever they needed her, asking nothing in return. Our hearts will miss her more than words could ever express.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 11:00 AM at St. Leo Catholic Church, 111 Depot Street, Ridgway, PA 15853.

The family will lovingly welcome friends between 10am and 11am on August 7th, 2024 at St Leo’s Catholic Church – 111 Depot St., Ridgway Pa 15853.

Burial will follow at Parklawn Memorial Gardens.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com.