Pamela Chase Paradee
(July 7, 1969 - July 20, 2010)
Bristol, VT
Pamela Chase Paradee, 41, of Bristol, Vt., passed away on July 20,2010 after a courageous 4- year battle with cancer, at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon NH. Her strength, character and optimistic outlook were inspirational to all of those around her. She was born in Waltham, Mass. on July 7,1969, the daughter of Stuart and Penny Chase of Bethel, Vt..She was married on August 2, 1996 to Troy Paradee of Fairfield Vt. She is survived by Troy and their three sons, Tucker, 12 Samuel, 10 and Griffin, 7. She is also survived by her parents, brother, two sisters and ten nephews and two nieces. And leaves behind a large loving family. Pam was an elementary school teacher and an active community volunteer leader. She taught at Robinson Elementary School in Starksboro, VT for the past 12 years and served on various faculty committees. She was very active in her children’s schools and participated in many programs including the 4 Winds Program which she spearheaded. She coached track and field at Burlington High School and Champlain Valley Union High School and was also an athlete who participated in area triathlons and the Burlington City Marathon. She and her husband Troy also founded the Bristol 4th of July road race.
Pam had a spirit and love of life that was contagious. She left an imprint everywhere she went. Her energy was boundless and legendary. Even during her difficult battle with cancer she continued to demonstrate these qualities.
Pam graduated from Governor Dummer Academy in Byfield, Mass. and the University of Vermont in 1991.
A memorial service will be held at the Bristol Federated Church on Sunday, July 25th at 2:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made in Pam’s honor to Community Outreach Fund, Merchants Bank, 15 West St. Bristol, VT 05443 - Attn, Andrea or to Norris Cotton Cancer Center, Bone Marrow Transplant Research, 1 Medical Center Dr., Lebanon, NH 03756. Checks should be made payable to DHMC Development Office, attn: Michelle Clark. Online condolences may be left at www.dayfunerals.com or on Pam’s blog: http://pamparadee.blogspot.com/
posted by Troy @ 6:24 PM
18 Comments
18 Comments:
To Troy and sons, Pam's parent's,Brother's sister's cousins, students and all that knew her.
I think Pam's spirit will always be with us. I am honored to have known her and to know her is to love her. She was so brave and taught me so much in the little time I knew her . She was here for a short time and lived her life with passion she cared for the world and her husband Troy was always by her side in good times and bad. I look at her pictures and although I am sad she will never be forgotten as one of the braviest people I have known.
Thankyou for sharing with us
Mary
I'm so very sorry, Troy. I won't pretend to understand how you feel, but I do know that Pam lives on in all of us - you especially. The picture you have of her here is how I will always think of her. See you Sunday.
Tim Werner
Troy and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Pam was one of the most amazing women we've ever had the honor of knowing. She accomplished more in 41 years than many will accomplish in a lifetime and she touched so many lives in the process. Pam's love of life and big beautiful smile will forever be infectious. We're here to help in any way we can.
Love, Alicia, Bertil, Eliza and Soren
My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you Troy and all of your family at this time. I am so sorry for your loss!
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I am also a graduate of Governor Dummer and a classmate of Becky's. My sincerest sympathies are with you and your family. Susan Edelstien Friedburg
Troy and family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your sons, as well as Pam's family. I went to GDA with Pam and remember her as a warm, fun, wonderful person to be around, and a fantastic athlete.
My deepest sympathies are with you.
Cheryl D'Souza McKenna
Troy & boys:
Love does not know boundaries... not of time, of place, or of body. We are thinking of you with heavy hearts and open arms.
Abbie, Eric, Newt & Clover
To Troy, Tucker, Sam, and Griffin and extended family -
Pam touched so many lives with her love of life, her passions, her endless energy, and drive. She had such a positive outlook even when times were incredibly tough. Her smile and laughter was contagious. She was a courageous woman with a deep heart. Her spirit is with us. My boys, Fisher, Finn, and Baxter, want very much to extend our home to your three as much as is possible.
Peace be with all of you as time allows.
Carolyn, Nick, Fisher, Finn, and Baxter
Troy, Tucker, Sam, Griffin, and Pam's parents, sisters, brother and families: We are so very sorry for your loss of this amazing woman. We are praying for you and will continue to do so. May the sadness of your grief be repeatedly interrupted by comforting memories and the knowledge of her deep love for each one of you. Jonathan and Joshua send their best to Tuck in this difficult, difficult time. The Kroll Family
Troy, sons, and family,
What an amazing and thoughtful woman to have known. Pam was an inspiration to everyone and fought with everything she had! She will always be remembered.
Leah
ICU RN, Pam's track student
.comTo Troy , I am so sorry and have been thinking of you all since we heard about Pam. I could not make it today to the service but am sending our love and thoughts to you plus peace to Pam's spirit as we watch the beautiful moon rise over Indian Lake. I will remember you all here last summer by the lake and the fun you had as a family.
We will think of you all here and hope the happy memories can slowly fill the empty void that Pam has left in your hearts.
Holly & Bruce, Gus , Nick & Caroline
A beautiful service for a beautiful woman. Just about 50 or so years too early.
Your family will live strong--all the Chases and Paradees and the extended family and friends have what it takes. There's no end to Pam's love of family, and no end to family's love of Pam.
XOXO
Katrina
Troy & Family,
Was very saddened to hear of the passing of Pam. She was a pleasure to take care of and an inspiration. Sending thoughts and prayers your way.
Erin
ICU RN
Sam,
hows it going sorry to here about your mom i will always think about her and how she had so much energy like when we made pizzas at your birthday party (I HAD SO MUCH FUN) or when i went over to your house for the first time and when we left to go to my birthday party she was so excited. always here to help take care Dustin
I wish I had something amazing and comforting to say but Im at a loss. I knew Pam because my daughter was in Griffins class since kindergarten. She also coached Hannah. She was an inspiration to me. I was amazed at her joy of life and her determination to live each day as if nothing was ever bothering her. She had a love of life and family that most of us could learn from. My heart goes out to your family. I will miss seeing her face this upcoming year but her twinkle and smile will be there in your kids.
Jeanette and Hannah Marcum
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I have not seen Pam since she was a teenager but watching that video of her dancing in her ski clothes shows us that she never lost the zest for life. She will be deeply missed by all that have crossed her path.
Troy.....
My sister Tara called me with the news about Pam and I gasped. Like many others, I always thought Pam would reign victorious over cancer. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, the boys and family members & friends touched by Pam's life.
This weekend I will be riding in my 15th annual Pan-Mass Challenge - a ride dedicated to cancer research. Pam will be with me in spirit thoughout the weekend as i pedal for a cure to this unrelenting disease.
Peace and blessing to you all.
To the Paradee & Chase family,
I just heard about your loss last night and I am deeply saddened by your loss. Pam and the Chase family were neighbors of mine in Newburyport and I have wonderful memories of her love of life. Pam was always smiling and fun to be around. We were greatful when the Chase family moved to the area and sad when they relocated again. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you.
Deepest Sympathy,
Leslie Sarkisian-Richards
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