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Fay Boston Obituary

Fay W. Boston KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - Fay White Boston, 62, of Knoxville, and formerly of Norfolk, went to be with the Lord Jan. 12, 2009. Fay was a member of First Baptist Concord and the Choir. She was a graduate of Randolph-Macon Woman's College in Lynchburg, Va., and received an MFA from the University of Tennessee Knoxville. Fay was an accomplished artist, loved to sing, and enjoyed travel; but most of all she enjoyed time spent with her family and close friends. Her parents, Bill and Nellie White and sister, Kay White Baker of formerly of Norfolk, preceded Fay in death. She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Charles "Buddy" Boston; daughter, Heather Maree Boston; daughter and son-in-law, Holly and Chris DeFranco; grandchildren, Foster, Megan, William and Molly DeFranco; members of Larry Vaughan's Senior Adult Sunday School class and many friends. The family will receive friends from 5 to 6:45 p.m. today in First Baptist Church Concord with services to follow at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Nevin Neal officiating. Family and friends will gather at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the East Tennessee State Veteran's Cemetery for graveside services and interment. Click Funeral Home Farragut Chapel, 11915 Kingston Pike, is serving the Boston family. www.clickfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jan. 15, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Fay Boston

15 Entries

Emily Clayton

January 23, 2009

My husband, Tommy, is a former employee of Fay and Buddy Boston and we wish to offer our condolences to the family. I knew her to be a caring and friendly woman. She was a blessing to the people who knew her. We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.

Kim McKnight

January 19, 2009

Heather, Holly & family- So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time!

catherine wells

January 18, 2009

we felt as if we'd met sometime in the past when we became friends. i'll remember her always as a friend in the future.

Patti Sparks

January 16, 2009

Heather - Please accept our condolences on the passing of your precious mother. We ask that God will hold you and your family close in the days ahead. In Christ. Patti & Ben

Kim Isenberg

January 16, 2009

My sincere condolences.

Ann Hyde

January 15, 2009

Buddy, I am so sorry to hear about Faye. She was such an amazing person. You and the girls are in my thoughts and prayers. Ann Hyde

Julia Spradling

January 15, 2009

Heather and Family,

You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength, comfort and guidance during this difficult time.

Julia

Kathleen Quale

January 15, 2009

Fay and I were on the same hall freshman year at Randolph-Macon Woman's College. She was a wonderful person and friend. I was so sad to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. Kathleen Harris Quale

suzi Bartholomew/McClelland

January 15, 2009

I knew FaY AT rmwc..She was a delightful person and a good friend, i was so sad to see the news . My best to the family..Suzi McClelland

Yvonne McCarty

January 14, 2009

Heather, So sorry to hear of your loss I know you were very close to your Mom. I'm sure she will always be with you and guiding you from above. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Shirley Brown

January 14, 2009

Dear Buddy, Heather & Holly: Please accept heartfelt condolences from the Knoxville Museum of Art staff and volunteers. Fay was highly regarded by all of us, and we so sad to have lost such a sweet and exceptional person.

Rev. Harold Zwald

January 14, 2009

Dear Buddy, Heather, Holly, and Families. We send our deepest sympathy and Love in the sudden Homegoing of Faye White Boston. She was a good Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Friend in many ways! We share our "Precious Memories" with you, and rejoice that we Christians never say "Goodbye" for the last time, but simply "Farewell, until we meet again! We will be praying for All of you in these days of Sorrow and Loss.! In Abiding Love, Harold and June Zwald

Anita Threet

January 14, 2009

Heather and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. You are in my prayers..and always remember that she is still with you and will be guiding you until you are with her again one day.

KATIE GIDDENS

January 14, 2009

HEATHER AND FAMILY, I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOTHER. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. MAY GOD SUPPLY YOUR NEEDS.

John & Debra Zwald

January 14, 2009

Buddy, Heather and Holly: We are so sorry for your unexpected loss. We love Faye so. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, and may you feel thr presence GOD with you during this time of great sorrow.

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