Pauline Bruneau

Pauline Bruneau, a beacon of love, creativity, and selflessness, was born on January 11, 1939, in St. Albans, VT, and passed away on October 16, 2023, in Greenville, SC. Pauline was the beloved daughter of the late Felix and Elizabeth Begnoche. She was a cherished sister to her brothers, the late Roger Begnoche, Paul (Edith) Begnoche, Allard (Susan) Hakey, and Joseph (Donna) Begnoche, and her sisters, Jean Treacy and Theresa (John) Walker. She was predeceased by her brother-in-law, Joseph Treacy. Pauline was the proud and loving mother of Joanne Bruneau, Robert (Debbie) Bruneau, and Jeanie Hatch. Her legacy continues through her grandchildren, Sherry Casey, Al (Sara) Fresenius, Michele (Terry) Dickinson, Joseph (Jessica) Barbera, and Jacqueline Barbera. Her great-grandchildren, Samuel Borusiewicz, Jacob Dickinson, Sophia Barbera, Kesaset Goode, and Samira Barbera, will forever carry her spirit and wisdom. She spent many years working for the family business that her brothers built. She believed in hard work and was known as a pillar of strength. Her role as a caregiver for her children, grandchildren, and mother was a testament to her selfless nature. She was a woman who loved to serve others, and she did so with grace and joy. Pauline was a forever learner; her curiosity knew no bounds. She was a woman who believed in the power of knowledge, and she encouraged those around her to never stop learning or pursuing their dreams. She had a deep interest in a vast variety of topics. She loved studying the Bible, and her faith was a guiding light in her life. She had a green thumb and loved plants and gardening. She found joy in nurturing life in all its forms. She was a woman who loved to shop till she dropped, finding joy in the simple pleasures of life. Her love for cooking big meals for her family was legendary, her door was always open. Pauline's life was a symphony of love and care to so many.

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