Pauline M. (Baril) Sears, 78, died Sunday, January 17, 2021 in Brookside Rehab & Nursing Center. Her husband Robert Sears died in 2016.

She leaves 2 sons, Mark Fortier and his wife Linda of Charlton, and William Hallaman and his wife Kristin of Webster; a daughter, Donna Rosa, also of Webster; 12 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; a sister, Lucille Kasputis of Auburn; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son Robert Fortier and by her brother Clifford Baril.

She was born in Spencer on April 28, 1942, a daughter of Arthur and Flora (Collins) Baril and graduated from Spencer High School. She lived in Worcester for many years before moving to Southbridge in 2002. She moved to Brookside Rehab in 2019.

Mrs. Sears worked as a nurse’s assistant at The Greenery Nursing Home and also at Providence House, both in Worcester, for over 25 years.

A graveside service will be held at Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. Donations in her name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Support Network, PO Box 839, Southbridge, MA 01550. Arrangements are under the direction of Scanlon Funeral Service, 38 East Main St., Webster.