NEAR – Paula May 18, 1948 – October 26, 2026

Of Lancaster, NY beloved wife of the late David Near; loving mother of Michael (Jamie) Near and Lisa (John) Sowinski; dearest grandmother of Mitchel and Alexandria; great-grandmother of 2; also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. A Chapel service will be held at St. Adalbert’s Cemetery 6200 Broadway Lancaster, NY Saturday October 31st at 9:45 Am (no prior visitations). Share condolences at wendelandloecherinc.com