Pamela L. Weiss

In Memory of Pamela Weiss Quinn Humpf Carter Weiss.

On Monday at 2:20 PM, September 22, Pamela was set free from her earthly bounds to join her eternal family. For the past 22 months, she bravely battled colorectal cancer. It takes great strength and determination to maintain a sense of normalcy under such adversity, and Pam did so with courage and grace—sometimes not quietly, but always with her own spirit. 

Pam was the daughter of the late Frederick Weiss, Jr, and Lois Virginia Saleman. The eldest of three sisters, she is survived by Christine Stacy Weiss (Mark Reynolds) of Cherry Valley, Otsego, New York. She was also the sister of the late April Victoria Weiss (Ronald Lee Hockenberry) of Bayfield, La Plata, Colorado. In 1966, Pam became a very young widow after the passing of her first husband, Robert Richard Quinn. Together, they were parents to two daughters: Shawn Ann (Quinn) Coveny and the late Roberta Carol (Quinn) Lantvet, as well as a grandson, Joshua Quinn. In 1967, she married the late Thomas Richard Humpf. Together, they had one daughter, the late Stacey Ann (Humpf) Massa. Stacey was the mother of Justin Cody Massa, who survives her along with his children, William Massa and Kelly Massa of New Bedford, Massachusetts. 

Around 1980, Pam married Thomas Carter, though the marriage ended in divorce not long after. Pam worked for many years as a loyal cashier at Stop & Shop on Milliken Boulevard in Fall River, where she was well-loved by both coworkers and customers. 

Even while undergoing chemotherapy, she continued working part-time until her retirement in 2022, a testament to her strength and resilience. She also had a deep love for animals. Pam once cared for her pet goat, the late Shenandoah, and always cherished her black cat, Sammy, who rarely left her lap. She also took in a feral calico cat, Little Kitty, who provided both challenges and laughter—famously tearing apart a grooming shop after escaping. Recently rehomed, Little Kitty is now thriving. Moving day for her was as memorable as her groomer's escape. A lap cat she was not! Pam will be fondly remembered by her family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, and customers. 

She is survived by her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, and her dear friend and neighbor, Lillian M. Audet of Fall River. Though she could appear tough, Pam was generous, kindhearted, and always willing to help others. I first met Pam around 1970 on Ridge Street, where she lived with Tommy and young Stacey. I remember their first winter there, when heavy snow piled six feet high outside their window. Ever resourceful, Pam dug a hole into the drift and used it as a freezer. That was Pam—creative, practical, and strong. Over the years, our paths crossed many times, and somehow, she always found her way back into my life. Most recently, Pam and I reflected on why I had become such a steady presence in her life during these past eight years, walking with her through both illness and death. We agreed it was rooted in my genealogy work, which helped uncover parts of her story she rarely shared. Genealogy taught me not to judge, but to listen and learn. Through that, Pam opened to me as a true friend. I feel honored to share her story. 

We all seek meaning, and if anyone wonders about Pam, I welcome you to reach out. We cannot change the past, but with knowledge and compassion, we can shape the future. I can truly say: she was my friend. With heartfelt remembrance,I am her friend, Kenneth Joseph Raposa. 

Private arrangements are entrusted to Auclair Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Fall River.