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FAY BOSS Obituary


FAY CARLSON BOSS  
On Tuesday, November 20, 2012, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of Edward G. Boss; mother of Raymond (Cathy) Boss, William (Nance) Boss, Debbie (Doug) Marks, and Edward (Karla) Boss, Jr.; grandmother of Raymond, Jr., Katie, Lauren, Eric, Christine, Brian, Nicole, Shannon, and Allison; sister of Charles E. Carlson and Barbara Holland. Also survived by many loving family members and friends. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), on Friday, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Memorial Service at Darnestown Presbyterian Church, 15120 Turkey Foot Road, Darnestown, MD, on Saturday, November 24 at 12 p.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, National Capital Area Chapter, 3701 Pender Drive, Suite 400, Fairfax, VA 22030.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Nov. 21, 2012.

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Jennifer Anderson

December 6, 2012

Nothing I can say can adequately express condolences, but I am sending you warmth and love and wishing you comfort.

Roy Ellison & Family

November 23, 2012

Dear Ed,

Our deepest condolences to you and your family during this time of bereavement. May God continue to Bless you and your family.

November 23, 2012

Uncle Ed,

We wanted to express how sorry we were to hear the sad news of Fay's passing. She was sweet and kind and dearly loved. God Bless you and your family. Eric and Susan Carlson

carol

November 23, 2012

To Ed, my garden husband for all these years, and enjoying the stories of your family and kids, my heart is with you all. You did a wonderful job of caring for your mother when she needed you, as she cared for all of you, when you needed her./and to Mr. Boss, you fulfilled your wedding vows to perfection..."in sickness and in health".

Julie Roth

November 23, 2012

Dear Mr. Boss~
I am so truly sorry for your loss. Both you and Fay will always hold a very special place in my heart.
Julie

Beth Gordon

November 23, 2012

May Ed, who was Fay's loving and faithful caregiver, and all her family be comforted by knowing that Fay is resting in the arms of her loving Lord, rejoicing and fully healed.

November 21, 2012

My condolences to the Boss family. May the God of all comfort, give you strength at this time.

Dick & Judy Reed

November 21, 2012

Dear Mr. Boss,
Judy and I send our deep sympathy to you and your children at this time. I know you are looking forward to a wonderful reunion in the future with Fay. We will be praying for comfort as you go through this time of separation. Love,

November 21, 2012

With deepest sympathy and fond memories, the children, Kathleen and Michael, of Ethel Douglas, Wheaton Presbyterian Church.

Karen Voellinger

November 21, 2012

So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Love Karen and John

Kate L.

November 21, 2012

May every consolation and blessing be granted to the family in your deep sorrow. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.

Harold & Aileen Herman

November 21, 2012

Ed, Carla and family. Sorry for your loss. You and family are in our prayers, during this difficult time.

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