Patricia Matulonis, 67

Patricia A. Matulonis, 67, died Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, surrounded by her family. She was born Aug. 18, 1948, in Springfield, the daughter of Roland and Irene (Lorinovich ) Carlisle. She graduated from Springfield High School, class of 1965, and from North Hampton Commercial College, class of 1967. She worked for a brief time at Mass Mutual Insurance in Springfield, Mass. On July 15, 1967, she married Gregory Matulonis at United Methodist Church in Springfield. They made their home in Springfield for many years before moving to Perkinsville, where they lived for 17 years.

Mrs. Matulonis was a stay-at-home mother until her children reached school age. She then began 35 years of service to the Springfield school system, starting as a para-educator, then as secretary to the principal of Union St. School, then as secretary at Park Street School until her retirement in 2008. She mentored several children and volunteered for Meals on Wheels and RSVP. She was a member of First Congregational Church UCC in Springfield. She enjoyed fishing, gardening, reading and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Gregory; her sons Jeffrey and Michael; three grandchildren; a sister, Diane Temple; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents, Roland and Irene Carlisle; and her brother, Richard Carlisle.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 4, 2016, at Davis Memorial Chapel. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 5, at the First Congregational Church UCC on Main St. in Springfield. The Rev. Jean O’Bresky will officiate. A reception will follow the service downstairs at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to First Congregational Church UCC, 77 Main St., Springfield, VT 05156; or Springfield Humane Society, 401 Skitchewaug Trail, Springfield, VT 05156.