Paula Renee Hand Rodriguez, 38, of Rocky Point passed all too soon from her earthly life on Thursday, July 19, 2018 at her home.

She was born April 27, 1980 in Wilmington, the daughter of Imogene Sinclair Owens and the late Lance Hand. Paula was preceded in death by her sister, Constance Hand.

In addition to her mother, Paula is survived by her sons, Jacoby McKeithan, Michael Lance Hand Hewlett and Johan Rodriguez; brothers, Dale Hand (Tina), Edwin West (Elizabeth), Ricky West (Kim), Dennis West (Lucy); step-father, William "Bill" Owens; and many extended family and friends that all loved Paula and will miss her dearly.

Paula was a graduate of Carteret Community College in Morehead City.

She was a loving, giving person who dearly loved her children. She loved the Christmas season, parties and celebrating all family/friends events - birthdays, weddings and fun get togethers. She was always there with camera in hand willing to lend a helping hand. Her radiant smile and warm personality will be missed.

The family will receive friends 6 to 8pm on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at Quinn McGowen Funeral Home in Burgaw.

A graveside service will be at 11am on Thursday, July 26, 2018 at Oleander Memorial Gardens in Wilmington with the The Rev. Merrell McKoy conducting the service.

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Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel.