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Jeffrey Boczenowski Obituary
of Groton, UMass Lowell student; 21
GROTON Jeffrey J. Boczenowski, of Groton, died unexpectedly on December 1, at Nashoba Valley
Medical Center in Ayer.
He was born in Concord on March 1, 1988, son of Stephen and Debra (Lund) Boczenowski of Groton. Jeff lived all his life in Groton and was a graduate of Groton Dunstable High School, Class 0f 2006. He worked for several years at Johnson's Drive-In Restaurant in Groton, and was currently a Philosophy Major at University of Mass Lowell. Jeff was a drummer and his passion was music.
Besides his parents, he is survived by his sister, Stephanie Boczenowski, of Raleigh, NC; his grand-mother, Mary Boczenowski of Peabody; and his aunts and uncles, Joann Boczenowski of Peabody, Elaine Martin of Watertown, Michael Boczenowski of Billerica, Rosemary LaFratta of Peabody, Joseph Boczenowski of Billerica, and Kathleen Boczenowski of Peabody.
BOCZENOWSKI A Memorial Service will be held at the Union Congregational Church, 218 Main St., Groton on Sat., Dec. 5 at 10 a.m. The family will receive relatives and friends at the Church on Fri., Dec. 4 from 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the Union Congregational Church, P.O. Box 233, Groton, MA 01450. All donations will be given in mission (recipient to be determined at a later date) Please see www.badgerfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Boczenowski
Melissa Lavoie
March 3, 2010
Dear Mrs Boczenowski,
I am truly very sorry for your loss. My daughter Kaitlyn aboslutely adores you. Thank you for reaching out to her. You and your family will forever be in our hearts, thoughts and prayers!!
Melissa Lavoie
Mike and Tessa David
December 26, 2009
Dear Steve and family,
May God wrap his arms around you. You are in our prayers.
David Mountain
December 12, 2009
Dear Steve, Debbie and Stephanie,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Jeffrey. Although it has been quite some time since we have spoken we often think of your family and all that you did for our family. Especially, at this time of the year our thoughts and prayers will be with you.
December 9, 2009
Dear Steve, Debra, Stephanie, May Allah give you strength to bear this tremendous loss. We are praying for you all.
Shua and Arshad
December 9, 2009
Dear Steve, Deb, and Stephanie,
No words can describe how saddened we are.
We will never forget the sound of Jeffrey's drumming as it filled the air on Valliria, nor his awesome smile.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless You All,
Bob and Annette
Mike Condon
December 8, 2009
Jeff was one of the first friends I made in Australia and I was lucky enough to room with him during our orientation program. He could always be counted on to make you smile or share a laugh. I'll never forget the times we had abroad. Thanks Jeff. We all miss you bud.
My thoughts are with the Boczenowski family.
Niki Gassett
December 8, 2009
Jeff was in my Australearn Program in Australia and i had philosophy with him ... he was a very deep person and was always a special guest appearance ... He was a great friend and i am so happy to have been a part of his life! ... Niki Gassett
Sunil and Devi Trivedi
December 7, 2009
Steve and Family: May Almight God give you the strength to pass thru this most difficult period of the life.
Pamela Myllykangas
December 7, 2009
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kristina Rae
December 6, 2009
My fondest memories of Jeff are from the soccer field =) Steve and my dad Graham coached us, I remember Jeff with his mushroom cut and glasses. I remember listening to him on the drums and being amazed. He is so loved and so missed. To the Boczenowski family you have been in my prayers and I will continue to think of you and pray for you everyday. I am so sorry for your loss..... Love always....
December 5, 2009
Dear Steve and Family,
We are very saddened to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Mick and Cheryl Costa
Bob and Sarah Goldsmith
December 5, 2009
Steve and Debra
Memories endure. We think of you and wish you solace from grief.
December 5, 2009
May the Lord be with you all during this time of sorrow. Our prayers are with you. Todd and Mary Hutchinson, Groton, MA
December 5, 2009
Dear Steve, Debbie & Stephanie, We are so sorry to have heard about your loss. We send our love and condolences. Please know that you are all in our thoughts at this most stressful time.
Sid and Helene
December 4, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories of Jeff help to comfort you in the days ahead.
Nick & Sue Roberts & Courtney Monaco
Graham Rae
December 4, 2009
Dear Steve, Debbie and Stephanie, My heart is with you all in this difficult time. It is my privilege to know Jeff.
Graham Rae
Sarah Burk
December 4, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
December 4, 2009
Dear Steve, Debbie and Stephanie,
We are so terribly sorry for your loss.
Our deepest sympathy to you all.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
The DiMaria's
Dunstable, MA
Linda Naugler
December 4, 2009
Steve, Deb, and Stephanie,
I am so saddened to hear of Jeff's sudden passing. My prayers are with you at this terribly difficult time.
Linda
Brian Mahoney
December 4, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
December 4, 2009
Steve, Deb & Stephanie,
No words can express our deep sorrow for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It will be a difficult road ahead, but as you go through it, remember that Jeffery loved you as deeply as you loved him.
With deepest sympathy,
John, Kate & Brian Didio
December 4, 2009
Steve and family,
I was so saddened to hear of your tragic news. God bless you all in your time of grief and God bless Jeffrey. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
-- Charlie and Joyce Lehan
December 4, 2009
Steve, Deb & Stephanie,
We are so saddened to hear of Jeffrey's passing. He was such a good soul. May your faith in the Lord bring you peace and comfort you. And your friends and family will be here for anything else you need. You are all very much loved, as was Jeffrey - God will help guide us through these darkened days. With all our love--The Lefebvre's
December 4, 2009
Steve, Deb, and Syephanie,
May the Lord embrace you in his love and grant you peace as you travel this most difficult of journeys.
With thoughts and with prayers and with most heavy hearts for your family.
God Bless.
The Bachelor Family
December 4, 2009
We are all so sorry about Jeff. As Drew sums it up - he was a really nice kid. Please know that you are not alone in your grief over this devastating loss.
Matt, Melanie, Drew, Adam, and Jocelyn Hickcox
J C
December 4, 2009
im praying for everyone. Jeff was very kind and far from selfish. He had an openmind and an openheart. Its not often you meet a person of his quality and incredible ability to love. He was creative and fun. We had some cool adventures and shared some empathy and understanding. Love you all, best wishes, strength & faith. -J.C.
December 3, 2009
Debbie, Steve and Stephanie,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Jeff's passing. You will all be remembered in our prayers.
Marlene & Roger Levesque
Johnny Martin
December 3, 2009
As a teammate on the basketball court, classmate and peer in the university classroom, and friend; Jeff brought joy and insight to every person he has met. The conversations we had in the hallways and sidewalks of UMass Lowell will never be forgotten.
December 3, 2009
Steve, Debra and Stephenie,
We are so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. Try to find strength in the fact that so many people's hearts go out to you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jill, Jack, Scott and Derek McCaffrey
December 3, 2009
Dear Steve, Debbie and Stephanie,
We were so sorry and saddened to hear about Jeffrey. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cathy, Wally, Krista and Michael Flewelling
Nancy & Marc Rines
December 3, 2009
Dear Debbie, Steve and Stephanie,
Our hearts ache for you - we keep you in our prayers.
Claire Murphy
December 3, 2009
Dear Steve and family,
My deepest sympathy to you all. I wish you comfort, peace, and warm memories.
Claire Murphy
December 3, 2009
Dear Steve, Debbie, and Stephanie --
Words cannot express my deepest condolences. You have been in my thoughts these past couple of days and will continue to be. Love to all.
Maridath Wilson
Patty, Mike, Kate and Ryan Axford
December 3, 2009
Dear Steve, Debbie, and Stephanie,
There are no words to describe how very sad we are to hear of Jeff's passing. Our hearts go out to your entire family, and we will continue to keep you in our thoughts and in our prayers.
Rosalie and John McQuaid
December 3, 2009
Dear Steve, Debra and Stephanie,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Words can not express what is in our hearts.
December 3, 2009
As one of Jeff's High School English teachers I remember him fondly and well. I am so sorry. You are in my thoughts and prayers. -Jessica Salo Barbieri
December 3, 2009
Dear Steve, Debra and Stephanie:
We are deeply saddened and shocked to hear of Jeff’s passing. There are no words to describe how sorry we are for your loss.
Our deepest sympathy.
Joan & Shawn MacEachern
Javier Thayer
December 3, 2009
Dear Steve and Family
I was deeply saddened to learn about the loss your son. My thoughts are with you.
December 3, 2009
Steve, Deb and Staphanie,
I am so sorry for your loss. Jeff was a lovely young man and a wonderful student. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Christine Olson
December 3, 2009
Dear Debbie, Steve, and Stephanie,
Tarah and the rest of us are shocked and sad about Jeff. Please know you are all in our hearts and prayers.
~ Chris Clark (Smith) and Tarah, Chelsea, and Paul Smith
Grant Sandy
December 3, 2009
Dear Steve, and Deb, and Stephanie,
I am so sorry to hear about this very sad and difficult loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rocky Sandy
December 3, 2009
Steve, Debra and Stephanie:
Our deepest sympathy for you loss. We are deeply saddened to hear of Jeff's passing.
Jan & Mike Toth
December 3, 2009
Dear Steve, Debbie and Stephanie,
We are very sorry to hear about the sudden death of Jeff. May God bless you, and endow you with his love and care.
Our caring thoughts are with you.
Sincerely,
Onorina, Greg and Gabrielle Maloney
December 3, 2009
Steve, Deb, and Stephanie,
Jeff was a wonderful person and a loyal friend to Robbie. He will be deeply missed.
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Tom, Cheryl, Robbie, Brittany and Emily Perry
Melissa Tse
December 3, 2009
I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. Jeff was a wonderful person and talented individual. He had a kind heart and I loved the time I spent with him in high school. I'm very lucky to have called him a friend. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Jeff will live in on our hearts.
Edward Barile
December 3, 2009
Debbie and Steve, I don't know what to say, this is so sad. Judy and I are very sorry for both of you and Stephanie, and of course for Jeffrey.
Stanley Boykin
December 3, 2009
Wow, there are no words to describe how sorry I am to hear about your son... may the peace of God rest on you and your family during this very difficult time.
Niki Rockwell
December 3, 2009
Dear Steve, Deb and Steph,
All of Jeff's teachers in 8th grade from GD have been so saddened by your loss. It is impossible for us to find words to comfort you, but please know our deepest sympathies are you all at this most difficult of times.
Lisa, Eric, Caelyn & John Nordman
December 3, 2009
Steve, Debra and Stephanie,
We am so sorry to learn of Jeffrey's passing. It is heartbreaking. Please know that we will say a special prayer for Jeffrey, and hope that support from friends and family will help your hearts begin to heal.
Our prayers are with you.
Patricia Miller
December 3, 2009
Dear Steve, Deb, and Stephanie:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jeff has returned to the womb of God. All is well.
The Millers
Saundra Gourley
December 3, 2009
Steve, Debbie and Stephanie
Deepest sympathy for your loss. My heart goes out to all of you.
December 3, 2009
Steve, Debbie, and Stephanie,
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Julie Connolly
December 3, 2009
Steve and family, such sad sad news. The pain you are bearing - no words can describe. ~ Chris Walzer
Matthew Wojcik
December 3, 2009
Dear Steve, I am deeply sorry to hear of your terrible loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
December 3, 2009
Dear Steve,
My prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Nancy Kennedy
Leslie Sheldon
December 3, 2009
Steve, Debra and Stephanie:
We are deeply saddened to hear of Jeff's sudden passing. We remember him well from Johnson's and the Groton Dunstable Basketball Town league games, in which our son Thomas also played.
Please know your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
With heavy hearts,
Greg, Leslie, Thomas and Maureen Sheldon
Mark Workman
December 3, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
December 3, 2009
Jeff, you gave us so many great childhood memories. Your a wonderful person. We are so saddened for you and your family and you are all in our thoughts. So very sorry for your GREAT loss. LOVE the Carroll family
December 3, 2009
Dear Steve and family,
I was shocked and saddened by the news of your loving son. My prayers and thoughts have been with you and will continue.
Michelle DiNicola
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