Longtime Newburyport Resident Paula Hudson Chambers Dies at 79

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Paula Hudson Chambers, a longtime resident of Newburyport, Massachusetts, passed away on March 14, 2026 at the age of 79. She was the beloved wife of Karl Dennis Chambers, with whom she shared 56 years of loving marriage. Chambers was remembered for her strong Christian faith, optimism, creativity in homemaking, and deep love for her family, including her two daughters and six grandchildren.

Why it matters

Chambers' passing marks the end of an era for the close-knit community of Newburyport, where she and her family were deeply rooted. Her life exemplified the values of faith, family, and community that have long defined the character of the region.

The details

Born in Newburyport to Mary Jean and Donald G. Hudson, Chambers was raised in the Plymouth Brethren tradition and spent summers at Camp Berea on Newfound Lake. She graduated from Newburyport High School in 1964 and resided for many years on Scotland Road in Newbury and Federal Street in Newburyport. Chambers is survived by her husband, two daughters, and six grandchildren, as well as her brother and sister.

• Paula Hudson Chambers passed away on March 14, 2026.
• A Memorial Service will be held on March 28 at 2:00 PM at The First Congregational Church of Marion, 28 Main Street, Marion, MA 02738.

What’s next

The Memorial Service for Paula Hudson Chambers will be held on March 28 at 2:00 PM at The First Congregational Church of Marion, 28 Main Street, Marion, MA 02738.