Lauraine Marian Paladino

January 14, 1944 - December 28, 2020

Lauraine Marian Paladino, thoughtful, cheerful and bright, of Charlotte, died December 28, 2020. Lauraine, 76, was born January 14, 1944 in Brooklyn, NY. She was the oldest of eight children born to Raymond and Mary (Smith) Reynolds. She was a natural caregiver and was looked upon by her siblings as more of a mother than a sister. She often put others' needs ahead of her own. She excelled and enjoyed her artistic abilities whether it was drawing, stained glass, playing her accordion or photography. Lauraine participated in the John F. Kennedy presidential campaign, and enjoyed being a "Kennedy Girl." Retired from General Motors, she had more time to enjoy with her grandchildren. She was proud of her Russian/Irish heritage and her red hair, but if you asked her what she was most proud of, family and grandkids would be at the top of the list. Lauraine is survived by her children, Michelle (Jim) Taylor, and David (Susan) Paladino; grandchildren, Aiden Myers; siblings, Joyce Proto, Rose Vosilla, Elaine Mudry, Phyllis Muro, John Reynolds. She was predeceased by her sister, Rita Remillard; brother, Raymond Reynolds; significant other, Larry Weicht; and her beloved grandson, Liam Myers, whom she helped care for. Friends are encouraged to support Lauraine's family. Funeral services are Saturday, January 2, 2020,11:00 AM at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Pastor Ricky Hull officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday evening, January 1, from 6-8:00 PM. Mask, group capacity, and distancing guidelines will be practiced. The funeral will also be webcast so you may watch it from any computer, smartphone, or mobile device that has internet access. Go to www.prayfuneral.com, click on Lauraine's tribute, then click on Photos and Videos from your computer (or Media from your smart phone). Just prior to the beginning of the service, a link will appear on this page to watch the webcast. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Lauraine on her Tribute Page at www.PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.