Alexa Charles Obituary

46, of North Grafton, succumbed to cancer on March 31, 2008, at the Back Bay home of her mother and step-father, Cynthia and Grant Schaumburg. She is also survived by her father and step-mother, Howard and Frances Charles of Cambridge; step-brother, Patrick Devitt; step-sister, Elizabeth Devitt; and several other relatives. Ms. Charles attended the Buckingham, Browne & Nichols School in Cambridge, Sarah Lawrence College in New York, LAMBDA of London and earned her MBA from Babson Business School. She worked as a project manager and IT consultant for many years in San Francisco, New York and Boston. Ms. Charles loved animals, especially her kittens. Funeral services are private. There will be a memorial service held at a later date in Trinity Church of Boston. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Alexa Charles to the Commonwealth Avenue Tree Fund. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Alexa Charles to the Commonwealth Avenue Tree Fund.

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Published by Boston Globe on Apr. 3, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Alexa Charles

13 Entries

Claudio Schmidt

March 9, 2009

I am deeply saddened by Alexa’s passing. I just wish I had tried getting back in touch with her earlier. I moved back to the Boston area about a year ago not knowing that she lived just a few miles away… Two weeks ago her name suddenly popped into my mind and I tried contacting her only to find out the terrible news. She was such a wonderful person and friend, one that I will always remember and hold very close to my heart. I will never forget our friendship along with your wonderful smile and great heart. Rest in peace Alexa. My prayers are with you and your loved ones.

Eric Marlow

April 24, 2008

I just learned of the news of Alexa's passing, and I was terribly saddened. Alexa was a good friend. We had worked together while at Coopers & Lybrand in Princeton, NJ, and we even lived in the same apartment complex nearby our work. We spent a lot of time together while working, and while traveling to/from our project locations - we got to know each other pretty well during this time. I always had the highest respect for Alexa professionally and personally.

I last saw her at dinner after she had transferred to our San Francisco office and I was in Denver. I had thought about her recently and wondered how we could get in touch again. I had found her on LinkedIn, but I hadn’t had the chance to reconnect. I can kick myself now for not being more proactive. I had another friend who recently passed, and if anything this tragic event has embolden me to make sure I reach out more to those I care about. Alexa, you are in my thoughts.

Jennifer Andre

April 11, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to Alexa's family. Alexa was a genuine, thoughtful and caring colleague, and she will be missed by all. I'm glad I had an opportunity meet and learn from her.

lisa neitlich

April 9, 2008

Alexa, you always said the world was small! Is that really the Ron Trenouth I know from Millis...."Boojie's brother?" - had to ask. Thanks for bringing the world back around! Lisa (Neitlich)Halloran

Ron Trenouth

April 8, 2008

I'm not sure why, but Alexa popped into my head today...I hadn't/haven't seen her since 1989? We worked together on a show and quite frankly she helped me get my first summer theatre job, which set me on my way. I've thought of her often and wondered how and what she was doing. I remember her even tempered nature, calm cool head, and wonderful smile. My sincerest thoughts and prayers to her family. I am so, so sorry for you loss.

Uncle Duck

April 5, 2008

You will never be forgotten. I'm glad that you wanted to place some ashes at the family camp on Great Pond. We had some good times there in your younger days. Now you will always have a presence there.

Kim Sherman

April 5, 2008

We hadn't seen eachother in far too long but I have thought of you often and pray for you to now have peace. With love, Kim

Gary Kahn

April 5, 2008

We will miss Alexa at Collaborative where she was working. Her strength and optimism as she gave all she could at work was inspiring.
Our sympahties to her family in this time of grief.

Kristina O'Neill

April 4, 2008

My thoughts are prayers are with your family. Alexa had a heart of gold. My father recently passed away from ALS and Alexa helped me so much with a kind ear and wise words. She is missed!

Eileen Alexopoulos

April 3, 2008

I miss you, Alexa but I am grateful for our friendship and our nice conversations. You will always be in my heart.

Scott Margolis

April 3, 2008

I miss you. You were very kind to all of us. I came back from vacation once and was sick. You gave me a green-tea candy knowing it would make me feel better. You really cared. I felt better so quick. Thank you

lisa halloran

April 3, 2008

For you...I'm so sorry I didn't get a chance to say goodbye...(I left a message for you Saturday so we could get together and you could see the baby. ) I'll miss you, Alexa.

love, Lisa, Jack, and Patrick Halloran

David F

April 3, 2008

My deepest sympathies to you all. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

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