Pauline Frances Mulrennan, 92, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2023, surrounded by
family.
Born on March 1,1931 in Fitchburg Massachusetts to Blanche McDonald and George Hughes,
Pauline graduated high school and enrolled in Leominster Hospital Nursing School. She
became a Registered Nurse, working at Alexander Eastman Hospital. On 3/1/51, she married
the love of her life, Joe Tomaselli. They moved to Derry, New Hampshire, where she continued
her nursing career at the Derry Medical Center. She and Joe raised their five children in Derry,
while Pauline continued her nursing career, joined the Business and Professional Women's
Club, and promoted community sports and local events. In later years, Pauline worked for
private physicians, finally retiring to Florida at age 55.
After the death of her first husband Joe, Pauline was blessed to meet and marry Jim Mulrennan
in 1990. She enjoyed singing in the church choir, both at Annunciation Catholic Church in
Altamonte Springs and Ascension parish in Melbourne. She and Jim loved golfing (she's made
three holes in one!), playing shuffleboard (always to win), and visiting friends and family. When
Jim's health declined, they moved closer to family, into Oakmonte Assisted Living Facility in
Lake Mary. Jim passed away weeks later, but Pauline insisted on staying in the assisted living
facility. She found purpose in helping fellow residents. She'd help them read the menu and
order meals. She encouraged new residents to play bingo, work puzzles and read books.
Through it all, she developed lifelong friendships.
If you knew Pauline, you knew her smile. You saw the sparkle in her blue eyes. You knew she
never complained.
Faith formed Pauline's life. She is member of St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Altamonte
Springs, she attended Mass every Sunday, even when it had to be virtual. She went to
adoration and loved receiving communion. Despite health struggles and the loss of beloved
family members, Pauline maintained a calm spirit. She never complained. Rather, her face lit up
when she saw you. She'd offer a gentle smile and a loving presence. She'd ask how you were
doing. She'd discuss the news or sports. It was never about her. It was always about the joy she
could deliver to you.
Pauline is survived by sons Kevin (Becky) Tomaselli, Joe (Debra) Tomaselli, and daughters
Kathy Catalfamo and Gina (Bryan) Maki, Additionally, she is survived by 11 grandchildren and
24 beloved great-grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, March 18 at 1pm at St. Mary Magdalen
Church in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Graveside services at Holy Cross Cemetery in
Londonderry, New Hampshire on Friday, March 24 at 11am.