"Will miss Polly, she was so kind to me always. When we were little we used to get Mike & Jim's hand me downs. We loved them & even though they were boys clothes (great for David) I got some too for play clothes although they were always really too good for play clothes because they were much nicer then we were used to. They were my favorite. I remember once when I came home from school in Jr high & I was wearing a dress Polly was at our house visiting. She remarked on how cute I looked in a dress. No one ever told me that I was pretty or cute in anything but that day she made me feel good about myself and I never forgot it. She is probably the one reason I have any confidence in myself. She always had nice things to say, great things really because she was kind and thoughtful and very giving. I wish through the years we could have spent more time together. I know she loved her family, so very much with all her heart, she loved us all. Mike & Jim you had a great Mother, I had a great Aunt. She showed us all how kind words can make a huge difference in our lives. For me, it is her legacy, her kindness, giving nature and loving heart. I don't know anyone with a bigger heart. She is in heaven now with Sammy. I know she missed him so. I can picture the two of them smiling down on us all now. They were so great together. They had so much love for one another. This world lost a lot when we lost the two of them & Heaven just gained the best angels ever. May they rest in peace forever now together again."
In loving memory of
Pauline Paradiso
September 19, 1921 - January 2, 2016
Pauline Paradiso passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2016. Polly was born September 19, 1921 in Salinas, CA to Sidney James Percy and Matilda Castro Percy. Her seven siblings were; Lloyd, Rica, Alice, Billy, Anne and Edwin (Buster). Her family moved to Dos Palos, CA when she was young. One of her first jobs was at Eagle Field US Army Base. She married Sam Paradiso in 1947 and they settled in Los Banos, CA. In 1954, they had twin sons Michael Jon and James Steven. Sam and Polly started their own business Sam’s Tune-Up Center in 1958 and developed other commercial property along the highway. Sam and Polly were long time members of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Los Banos. Polly was also a member of the Native Daughters. Sam and Polly were married 52 years. Sam predeceased her in 1999. Polly is survived by her twins sons, Michael (Anita) and James (Linda) and three grandsons; Jason Sam, Michael Stephen, and Brian James.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday January 13, 2016 with a viewing at Whitehurst Chapel at 8:00 am, followed by a Rosary at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church at 9:30 am with Mass immediately following at 10:00 am. Burial will follow at Los Banos District Cemetery. Services under the direction of Whitehurst Funeral Chapel of Los Banos
Tributes
"Polly was a lovely lady. I was fortunate to be able to meet her in her home and spend a few hours with her many years ago. I send my sympathy to her family. I pray that God will comfort you in your loss. Yvonne Deal Thropp"
"Pauline was one of a kind and will be missed by all who knew her. During Donnie's illness and subsequent passing she was very supportive. She was the most energetic person I have ever met. She worked until nearly the end and was very proud of what her, Sammy, and the boys had accomplished. Unfortunately, due to the weather and distance, I will not be able to attend the funeral, but I will keep her family in my thoughts and prayers. Raylynn Percy"