Carol Donnelly Pauley, 80, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2023, with her daughters, Donna and Debbie, and son-in-law, Brian, by her side. A native of Baltimore, Maryland, she was predeceased by her parents, James and Lilly An Donnelly, her brother, Bud Donnelly, and son, James “Bubba” Pauley.
Carol is survived by her brother, James Donnelly and wife, Vicki. She will be dearly missed by her loving daughters, Donna Pauley and Debbie Pauley Keel and husband, Brian. Her memory will be forever cherished by her grandchildren, Ashlyn, Chelsi, Reagan, and Lincoln; and great-grandchildren, Daioni, Ariya, and Ashton.
Over the years, she was known and loved in the community as “Momma Pauley”, dedicating her time to PTA, numerous school/social events, and little league/school sports. She enjoyed volunteering at her grandchildren’s schools and attending their extra curricular activities, where she was referred to as “Grami” or “Mom Mom”. She loved to sit in her recliner and watch Hallmark Christmas movies year round. As a doting mother and grandmother, she enriched many lives through her time and attention.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at Smith and Williams Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, 4889 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462 at 11:00 am. You may offer condolences at www.smithandwilliamskempsville.com (http://www.smithandwilliamskempsville.com/)
