Paulette Malone

With deep respect and admiration, we honor the life of Paulette "Bubba" Malone, a dedicated and humble individual whose loyalty and love radiated to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Born on January 18, 1969, in Bridgeport, CT, Paulette spent her life in her beloved hometown, nurturing relationships, and impacting lives. A beacon of strength and determination, her life echoed the words of Helen Keller: "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart."

Paulette dedicated her professional life to the Alliance for Community Empowerment as a Teacher Assistant. Her caring personality shone through her work, as she tirelessly supported those who needed it most. Known for her unwavering dedication, colleagues and students alike respected and admired her. Paulette was a hardworking woman who would give her last if she had it. Her humility was a lesson to all, a silent testament to her genuine character. As Maya Angelou once said, "People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel," and Paulette made everyone feel loved and cared for, leaving an indelible mark on their hearts.

Paulette leaves behind a legacy of love and community in her family. She is survived by her daughters, Koketa and Keyara Drayton; her sons, Keenan and Khalil Drayton; her grandchildren, Star Hooker, and Joseph and Jasmine Hooker; and her father, Joseph Christian. Remembering her as a pillar in their lives, they cherish the memory of her unconditional love and support. Paulette was preceded in death by her mother, Probie Christian, whose spirit continues to live within her.

A Meet-and-Greet and Memorial Service to celebrate Paulette's life will be held on Saturday, August 15th, 2026, at the Baker-Isaac Funeral Services Chapel, 985 Stratford Avenue, Bridgeport, CT. The Meet-and-Greet will begin at 2:00pm EDT, followed by the Memorial Service at 2:30pm EDT. We invite all who knew and loved Paulette to join us in honoring her memory.

In the spirit of Paulette's ever-giving nature, we encourage you to share stories, memories, and photographs on her Memorial page. Each memory shared allows her legacy of love and dedication to continue, touching more lives, as she always wished to do.