The community is grieving the loss of Paula Sunshine, a cherished figure and esteemed marketing executive at Independence Blue Cross. Paula’s passing, reportedly on February 3, 2024, has left a profound void in the hearts of many who knew and admired her. She was 67 years old.
Paula Sunshine’s remarkable career spanned decades, marked by her dedication and expertise in the field of marketing and consumer advocacy. With a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics from Emory University and an MBA from the prestigious Wharton School, Paula brought a unique blend of analytical rigor and strategic vision to her roles.
In 2007, Paula joined Independence Blue Cross, where she made significant contributions to the organization’s mission of providing quality health insurance services. Her tenure at Independence was characterized by her unwavering commitment to enhancing the customer experience and promoting access to healthcare for all.
Prior to her tenure at Independence, Paula served as a senior vice president at MBNA Bank, demonstrating her versatility and leadership in the financial sector. Her exemplary performance and dedication to excellence earned her widespread recognition and respect among her peers.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Paula was deeply involved in community service and civic engagement. Her appointment by Governor Tom Wolf to the Pennsylvania Health Insurance Exchange Authority in 2019 underscored her commitment to advancing public health initiatives and ensuring equitable access to healthcare resources.
In the wake of Paula’s passing, the outpouring of condolences and tributes from colleagues, friends, and community members is a testament to the indelible impact she had on those around her. Described as fiercely intelligent and profoundly kind, Paula’s legacy will endure through the countless lives she touched and the meaningful contributions she made to her community.
Paula Sunshine is survived by her loving husband, Bob Kagan, with whom she shared forty years of marriage, and their four children. As the community mourns her loss, her memory will be cherished and her spirit remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
In honor of Paula Sunshine’s memory, the family has requested that donations be made to the Jewish Family and Children’s Service or the Brighter Horizon Foundation, organizations close to her heart.
The funeral service for Paula Sunshine will be held on Monday, February 5, 2024, at 10:30 am at Adath Israel Congregation in Merion Station, Pennsylvania. May she rest in peace.
