Paula Foster Sperry's Obituary
Paula Mary Sperry (née Foster) passed away on August 13, 2024, at the age of 73 in Dallas, Texas. Born on January 7, 1951, in San Diego, California, Paula's life was marked by her jovial spirit and resilience in the face of adversity.
Paula graduated from St. Edward University in Austin, Texas, and spent her career at the Federal Building in Dallas, where she cherished her coworkers and the camaraderie they shared. She was an ardent lover of music and movies, laughing, and sharing witty jokes with friends and family. Her friendly smile and spirited personality were her trademarks, leaving a lasting impression on everyone she met.
She was a devout member of Good Shepard Catholic Church. Her faith giving her strength.
Paula is back to two-stepping with a smile on her face.
Paula is survived by her children, Margaret Sperry and Tom Sperry; son-in-law, Bryan Minturn; daughter-in-law, Ashley Sperry; grandchildren, Chase, Dillon, Emily, Genevieve, and Stephanie; mother-in-law, Rosetta Sperry; brothers, Daniel Michael Foster, Robert Foster, and Steven Foster; sisters-in-law, Barbara and Vicky; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Mark Mattison Sperry; parents, Daniel and Genevieve Foster; and brother, Patrick Foster.
A funeral mass will be held on Friday, August 30th, 2024, at 10:00 am at Wildwood Chapel, Restland Funeral Home, 13005 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75243. Restland Funeral Home in Dallas, Texas, is assisting the family with the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Paula's memory can be made to The National MS Society at https://donate.nationalmssociety.org. Paula's legacy of love, laughter, and resilience will forever be cherished by those who were fortunate to know her.
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