Conway, MA – Paki Wieland, née Patricia Ann Wilson, 82 years old, of Greenfield, MA, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, at her daughter’s home in Conway, MA.
Paki was born September 15, 1943, in New Orleans, the daughter of Barrett and Emily Wilson. She graduated from Dominican High School in 1961 in New Orleans and entered the Dominican Novitiate in 1962, where she studied theology and sociology. She received a Master’s in Education from Antioch in 1979, a Master’s of Social Work from Boston University in 1986, and a Doctor of Ministry from the University of Creation Spirituality in 1992.
Paki dedicated her life to serving her community as a social worker, family therapist, graduate school teacher, and activist. She was tirelessly devoted to the causes of peace, justice and community. Her beliefs inspired her to travel all over the world from Afghanistan to Venezuela and so many places in between. She truly modeled how to love thy neighbor.
Those who knew her remember her enthusiasm, generosity, humor, deep kindness, love for Scrabble, and appreciation for the beauty of the natural world. She loved the ocean and long walks.
Paki is survived by her daughter, Marcelle Morgan, son-in-law Timothy, two grandsons, William and James, and brother Barrett Wilson. She is also survived by countless friends and co-conspirators.
“So many of us flocked to Paki-for advice, for creative ideas, for strategic thinking, or simply for the privilege of being in her presence. She had a way of making people feel heard, valued, and inspired to keep going, even in the most difficult moments of activism.” – Medea Benjamin, CODEPINK
“Paki was a great CODEPINKer, a model for us all. She traveled with delegations to Gaza, Iran, Pakistan, Cuba, Yemen, Afghanistan, and the U.S. border to witness the effects of U.S. imperialism, then returned home to pressure Congress to stop these policies. She remained a “good troublemaker” to her final days, with her last trial for disrupting the military industry concluding only a few days before she “walked on.” Ret. Col. Ann Wright, Veterans for Peace & CODEPINK
“Paki was a tireless peacemaker; peace was in everything she did. She could move from fierce anger at what power was doing to innocent people into a delight filled agitator in seconds. She could process her rage and it came out as a ‘disarming’ invitation to be peace. She was it.” Jodie Evans, CODEPINK
“Paki and I bonded after we learned that each of us had been arrested-multiple times-for civil disobedience. I often turned to her for advice and guidance-strategizing and working together on how to eliminate nuclear weapons, stand up to defense contractors, and fight back against those who seek war and destruction. Occasionally, we disagreed. But in our disagreement, there was genuine admiration. I saw in Paki someone who loved and cared so deeply, and whose passion and energy could ignite and inspire others to action.” Congressman Jim McGovern
“Paki Wieland was a peace movement giant packed into a 5’3″ frame. While we feel the loss of her twinkling eyes and warm low voice, which brought energy and light to the thousands of meetings, demonstrations, international delegations and other events she was part of, we are sure she is now making good trouble on another plane.” Tarak Kauff & Ellen Davidson, Veterans for Peace
“In Paki’s final weeks, a small ‘team’ of friends and family joined together to help with her care and transition. Part of that involved gatekeeping the long, long line of friends who came to pay tribute and express their gratitude and love. For her part, up to the day before she ‘walked on’, Paki welcomed everyone, rallied with recognition for each visitor, and for those of us caring for her, she exuded the love, concern and kindness that characterized her very being throughout her life. Her passing left a hole in our hearts, but her lessons and her legacy give us the courage to keep acting with Paki’s spirit at our sides” Marcelle, Tim, Barbara, Janice, Karen, Cate and Crystal.
If you knew my mother and would like to write a page about your connection and experiences with her please do so. I am realizing there are many stories that should be recounted and remembered. Please send your memory/write up to nanazevon@gmail.com
Special thanks to the nurses and other professionals at the Hospice of the Fisher Home. Their care, support and knowledge helped to make the passing of my mother full of peace and grace.
Donations- Paki supported many causes
In lieu of flowers if you are moved, donations can be made in her memory to the
Guantanamo Survivor’s Fund https://gsfund.org/
Or the local Traprock Center for Peace and Justice https://www.traprock.org/
Memorial Services will be held on June 6, 2026 at 10:30 am at First Churches, Northampton MA
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