Paula O'Hanlon

O’HANLON, Paula Marie (nee Coles)-- The family of Paula O'Hanlon, with aching hearts and deep sadness, announce her passing, at home, on Friday, September 13th 2013, peacefully, after a courageous journey with cancer. Paula is the beloved wife of Ed O’Hanlon and devoted and loving mother of Connor, Alexandra, and Liam. She was the cherished daughter of Paul and Myrna Coles, sister of Marty (Mary Ann Trevors), Mike (Kirsty), Andy (Kathy), Jenni (Damian Morrissy), and Nate (Penny Knox). Paula will be reunited with her younger brother, Jamie, who passed away in 1996. Dear daughter-in-law of Hilda and the late Ed O’Hanlon (1990). Sister-in-law of Ron (Robin), John (June), Colleen (Ron Carere), and Jerome (Terri) O’Hanlon. Paula is survived by her many nieces and nephews. Paula’s enthusiasm for life, her infectious humour and beautiful smile will be missed by her many friends. Paula enjoyed being active and was an avid soccer player, skier and, more recently, a triathlete. She will be especially missed by “Paula’s Pals” who meant so much to her, and by honorary family friends, Leanne Groff and Amanda Payton. Paula’s life, though too short, was full--for she filled it completely with family and friends. Many thanks to Paula’s friends who gave her so much strength and support through their prayers and gifts of kindness. Thank you to all of Paula’s caregivers, and especially Kelly Caldwell for her compassion and presence over the past months. Paula said throughout her journey that she felt so loved by everyone. Paula was a proud member of the Guelph Police Service and worked 28 years as a police dispatcher. She will be remembered by many friends and colleagues with the Guelph Police Service. Pallbearers will be in #1 dress uniform. Gord Mitchell, Steve Gill, Jeff Deruyter--Guelph Police Service, Amanda Payton--Waterloo Regional Police Service, Greg Edwards--Hamilton Fire Department (ret.), Ken Standring--Guelph Fire Department. The family will receive friends at Gilbert MacIntyre and Son Funeral Home, Hart Chapel, 1099 Gordon St., Guelph, on Friday, September 20th 2013 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, September 21st, 2013 at Parkview Church (89 Speedvale Ave.) at 10:30 a.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Coping Centre, 1740 Blair Rd. Cambridge or a charity of one’s choice would be appreciated by the family. Cards are available at the funeral home (519-821-5077) or on online at www.gilbertmacintyreandson.com.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, September 21st, 2013 at Parkview Church (89 Speedvale Ave.) at 10:30 a.m.