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Holley Barbieri Obituary

Of Burlington at the age of 40, Sept. 25. Beloved wife of Paul. Loving mother of Paul Steven and Joseph. Beloved daughter of Arnold & Audrey (Holley) Christiansen of Burlington. Sister of William Christiansen & his wife Julianna of Weston and Ellen & her husband Larry Mikulski of Burlington. Daughter-in-law of Salvatore & Catherine Barbieri of Bedford. Also survived by my loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and co-workers. Funeral from the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St., BURLINGTON (Exit 34 off Rt. 128, Woburn side) on Saturday, Sept. 29 at 9 a.m. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Margaret's Church, 111 Winn St., Burlington at 10 a.m. Visiting hours Friday 3-8 p.m. Interment in Shawsheen Cemetery, Bedford. In lieu of flowers memorials in Holley's name may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute-Jimmy Fund, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445-7226 or www.dana-farber.org. For directions, obituary & on-line guestbook see www.sullivanfuneralho me.net & www.saintmargarets church.net

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 27 to Sep. 28, 2007.

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Jamie Martinello

October 3, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of such a wonderful person, mother and nurse. As a student nurse in the Winchester ER, Holley befriended me and inspired me through her own work to be a loving and caring nurse. She will not be soon forgotten.

Sandra Guidrey

October 3, 2007

To the Barbieri Family,

My deepest sympathy. I knew Holly for only a short while last fall. She was my student at Winchester. Although I hated the ride, Holly's enthusiasm and eagerness to learn made for a very pleasant teaching experience.
I was so sorry to hear of her passing.

Sandra Guidrey

Jeff Twyon RN

September 29, 2007

Family: I am sorry for your loss. She cared about you and loved you.
I know you will find the strength
to go forward. She will always be there for you. And when you think you just cant go forward because its too difficult...thats when she will be there w/ you the most. Please take care of yourselves.

Holley: I just want to say, it was a great part of my life to have been a part of yours. We wont be the same without you. Thanx for talking bulldogs with me. I'll miss ya.

Andrea Skutul

September 29, 2007

My only hope is that Paul Stephen and Joseph know that they were the light of their mother's life. To know Holley was to see her beam about her boys. They filled her every moment with love and happiness. Holley will live on in them always. They now have the most beautiful angel. May you find strength in each other and in your mother's love.
Winchester Hospital RN

Jamie Daly

September 29, 2007

Holley was a pillar of strength for all who knew her. May her memory live forever in the lives she touched and the hearts who loved her most.

Cheryl Ann Murray-Meaney

September 28, 2007

It's always a shame for someone so young, especially with children so young, to leave so. I can remember you in 1st grade right through graduation. You were a strong person. God bless your boys and husband and let us all learn to live every day as a blessing.

Nancy Burnham - Doherty

September 28, 2007

My sympathy to all of Holley's family and loved ones. I had not seen her since high school but am shocked to hear of her passing. God bless you all.

Jeff and Kyle Ray

September 28, 2007

Julie had asked my son and I to ride in honor of Holley in this year's Pan Mass Challenge, and we were proud to carry her name with us for 200 miles. We will carry her in our memories in next year's ride to beat cancer. You have our deepest sympathy for your loss.

Kellie Smith

September 28, 2007

Holley, you will be missed. love, Kellie Smith

Cheryl Janes

September 28, 2007

To all of Holly's family and especially to her sister Ellen. I am so sorry, my friend, about your dear sisters death. I wish there was somthing that I could tell you to help ease the pain. Having myself walked, as you know, down this dark path,I pray that it is of some comfort to you to know others care and Understand. With deepest sympathy - Cheryl Janes

BOBBY NELSON JR

September 28, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
I met holley growing up as a teenager in woburn, we met through mutual friends. although we never stayed in touch through the years, i will always remember her infectious smile rain or shine. she was such a good person she will be missed.


BOBBY NELSON,
ERIE, PA

Lianne (Lang) Viola

September 28, 2007

My deepest, heartfelt sympathy for the Christiansen and Barbieri family.

Sheri Lanni

September 28, 2007

We all will miss you Holley more then words can say. Keep an eye on your Boys and Husband they will need your strength.
I will never forget you.
Sheri, Winchester Hospital

Kevin Kiley M.S.P.

September 28, 2007

To Billy C., Lt. Barbieri and the entire Christiansen family: I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

PEGGY MITRANO MORRISON

September 28, 2007

DEEPEST SYMPATHY,SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS

Karen and Bill Waisnor

September 27, 2007

Paul, Paul Steven, Joseph and the Christiansen family,
We are so sorry to hear about Hollie...a great mother, wife, daughter, sister, nurse and to so, so many - a great friend. Let your many great memories get you through the tough days to come. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Waisnor Family

Denise Shanning

September 27, 2007

Holley is a special woman who demonstrated great courage and strength at all times. May she be an example to all of us. We will all miss her smile and friendship.
May she now be in Heaven's comfort.
We are all so sorry for Holley's family and extend many prayers for love and strength to each and every person. May you find support in one another.
Denise

Pamela Doherty

September 27, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss. With deepest sympathy, Pamela Bradley-Doherty

Karen Rooney

September 27, 2007

Holley, was an incredibly strong willed woman, who will not be forgotten, especially by all her friends at Winchester ER. She always had a great sense of humor, even during difficult times. I cherish the great memories we had and all the fun. I won't forget you! Love Karen

MARTI PHILLION

September 27, 2007

HOLLEY WILL BE MISSED BY ALL,HER SMILE AND LAUGH WAS CONTAGIOUS. SHE WAS A PLEASURE TO WORK WITH.HER FAMILY ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
MARTI PHILLION/WINCHESTER ER

Carolyn Walsh

September 27, 2007

Dear Barbieri and Christiansen families,

I am so saddened to hear of your loss. Holley was such a wonderful person and friend. She would swell with pride when she talked about her husband and sons. I will miss working with her!! My thoughts and prayers will be with all of you!!! Holley, I will always miss you and think of you often!!

Jeanne Anderson

September 27, 2007

Paul, Audrey, Arnie & Family
We last saw Holly at Winchester Hospital. We laughed, kissed and reminisced when we were neighbors 30+ years. What a sweetie. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Charlie & Jeanne Anderson & Family

Anne Maher Heller

September 27, 2007

To the Barbieri and Christiansen Families - I'm just a stranger who was touched in reading of the loss of such a young and vibrant woman. Holley sounded like a wonderful woman. I'm sorry her young sons have lost their mommy. Please know that even strangers have you in their prayers.

A neighbor in Burlington

Winnie Sullivan and family

September 27, 2007

Our deepest sympathies to all of you. We hope your memories bring you some comfort at this sad time of loss.

Liz Gallinaro

September 27, 2007

Dear Barbieri, and Christiansen Families,
No words could describe on how all your hearts feel empty right now. Hold and Embrace all your wonderful memories of Holley. I will never forget the summers on MacKenzie Rd. when the Christiansen's came down to the cape to visit the Connor's. Although we have not seen each other in years, those are my memories. God Bless you All, and know she is still with you all in spirit.

Donna Marciano

September 27, 2007

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family in your time of greif.

Sue Cook

September 27, 2007

Arnie and Family.......So sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sue Towse Cook

Kathy,Jim,and Shawn Tsotsi

September 27, 2007

To Paul, Paul Steven, Joseph and family. We are deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Holley. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

Ann & Mike McKillop

September 27, 2007

Dear Christiansen Family, please know that are prayers are with you all. God Bless,

Cheryl Coleman

September 27, 2007

We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to the entire family.
Cheryl, Bob, Michael & Jackie (Neighbors)

Paul Boudreau

September 27, 2007

Holley, You touched a lot of lives at Winchester Hospital including staff and patients. We will never
forget you!! Love - Paul B. RN

Deb Alterio

September 27, 2007

Holley will be missed. Her smile, love for life, and laughter will never be forgotton.

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