Paula Louise Dodd, age 69, of Metz, passed away on Thursday, Aptil 27, 2023 at WVU Ruby memorial Hospital in Morgantown. She was born August 1, 1953 in Fairmont, a daughter of Dorothy “Dot” Smith Thomas of Metz and the late Merle Thomas.
Paula is survived by her husband Ralph Dodd, this coming July they would have been celebrating 52 years of marriage. She is also survived by her daughter Lisa (Ronald) Devericks of Metz, son Ty (Paula Keener) Dodd of Mannington, three grandchildren, Elijah (Cortney) Haskins, Preston Devericks and fiancee’ Bethany Blout and Wyatt Devericks, one great-granddaughter Eleanor Haskins, two sisters, Darlene Troy of Fairmont and Judy Neff of Mannington and a brother Mike Thomas of Metz.
In addition to her father, Paula was preceded in death by her brothers Rick, Larry and Bill Thomas, her sister Barbara Slay and father-in-law and mother-in-law Ralph and Wilma Dodd.
Paula was employed at The National Youth Advocate Program in Fairmont. She was Apostolic by Faith.
The family will receive friends at Masters Funeral Home in Mannington on Saturday, April 29, 2023 from 5-8 pm, where funeral services will be held on Sunday, April 30, 2023 at 1:00 pm with Pastor Anthony Frazier officiating. Burial will follow place at the Arnett Cemetery on Campbells Run.
Condolences
Paula was one of our best! We were fortunate to have her as our employee for over two decades. She could always be counted on whether the need was great or small. Paula was dedicated to helping children and families have better lives. She went to great lengths to assist and support all team members. She always put others before herself. We thank her family for sharing her with us. She will always be fondly remembered. Marvena Twigg, CEO, National Youth Advocate Program
My condolences to the family. Paula was such a beautiful person. She will be missed.
Sis Dodd was a very precious child of God, loved her and will miss her
May God Bless Elder Dodd as he endeavors to do the work of the Lord.
She was loved and respected by all at NYAP. I will miss her dearly. Such a beautiful person. I am better for knowing her.
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Paula years ago and she was such a good, kind person. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Paula was one of the kindest people I know. Always willing help and always going above and beyond. She will be missed. Sending many prayers to her friends and family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Marion County Senior Citizens.