ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Rochester community is grieving the sudden and tragic loss of 35-year-old Paulie Pocket, who died in a two-car crash on Thanksgiving morning along Route 104 Eastbound. According to New York State Police, the collision occurred just before 8:20 a.m. between Lake Avenue and St. Paul Street when Paulie was traveling the wrong way and collided with another vehicle.
Authorities reported that Paulie was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. She was rushed to Strong Memorial Hospital, where medical teams worked to save her, but tragically, she was pronounced dead. The driver of the other car was also hospitalized but sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Emergency responders described the scene as severe, with one car ending up on its side in the underpass below St. Paul Street. The roadway has since reopened, though State Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident.
Paulie’s passing has left family, friends, and the Rochester community devastated. At 35, her life was full of connections, friendships, and the love she shared with those around her. Her sudden death is a stark reminder of how quickly life can change and the fragility of each moment.
In this time of sorrow, loved ones are leaning on one another for comfort, sharing memories, and honoring Paulie’s life. Her spirit, kindness, and the impact she made on those who knew her will not be forgotten. The community holds her family in their thoughts as they navigate this heartbreaking loss.
Paulie Pocket — gone too soon, forever remembered, and deeply missed.
