Name: Celebration of Life for Boomer Kennedy
Start: 2024-06-14T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Patterson Park Community Garden, in the Bull Ring near the community garden

Born on December 1, 1956 in Westport, Connecticut, Boomer Kennedy passed away on June 10, 2024. She mastered everything from car mechanics to fancy pastries. For 20 years she ran her own auto repair shop, Chicago Auto, in Cambridge, MA where she was a pathbreaking and celebrated woman entrepreneur. In the 2000s she exchanged her wrenches for a chef's toque, attending the Culinary Institute of America and working as a pastry chef at the world-reknown French Laundry. She later moved to Albuquerque and then Santa Fe, New Mexico where she ran a frame store with her beloved partner, Martha. Most recently, Boomer had been living in Baltimore, serving as unofficial mayor of the Patterson Park Community Garden, treating all passing dogs and people to cookies and good conversation.

In honor of Boomer's incredible life, friends and family are invited to a celebration at the Patterson Park Community Garden on Friday, June 14 at 4 pm in the Bull Ring near the community garden. Donations in Boomer's honor may be made to Friends of Patterson Park, 27 S Patterson Park Ave, Baltimore, MD 21231.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Baltimore Sun on Jun. 13, 2024.

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18 Entries

Ken

July 31, 2024

I knew Boomer through business. I sold her auto parts. The business relationship meant npthing compared to just knowing her. We would meet for lunch in central square and talk about the world.
She was unique and wonserful. I was just thinking of her and decided to google her only to find out thar she passed.
Rest in peace. May her memory be a blessing to us all.

Nancy Costello

July 8, 2024

There are too many memories here to share just one about Boomer Kennedy. She was a force - funny, witty, bold, a little crazy, a rallying center for lesbians in Boston in the 1980s. She started the Chicago Struts, the women´s softball team sponsored by her auto repair shop. I was the second baseman. We were a terrible team. The slaughter rule ended many a game before seven innings. But we were cool, smart, political and loyal women. And Boomer was our leader. RIP old friend!

Conor

June 18, 2024

Just like your brothers, sisters and parents, you always greeted me with the biggest Kennedy smile, regardless of how many months or years had passed since our last connection. I regret not having spent more time getting to know you and your incredible life experience, but I hope to bring some of your happiness and joy to those around me in the years to come. Rest in Peace Aunt Boomer.

Kathleen

June 18, 2024

Sweet memories of sisters...(Boomer on left - Mo on right)

Heather

June 18, 2024

I will remember Boomer as a fun and kind aunt. At one of our annual Kennedy family trips to Maine, she taught me to play poker! I was pretty young, but she included me in the adults-only evening card game, which was pretty special, and we actually won a couple hands! Rest in peace Boomer. You will be missed. Love, Heather.

Mercy

June 18, 2024

Family parties were always more fun and enjoyable when Aunt Boomer was in town. Your sass, laughter and radiant smile created an atmosphere of joy. I will be forever grateful for the memories I cherish of you, Boomer. May your soul know deep peace and love in eternal life. Love, Mercy

Kolbe DeMasi

June 17, 2024

I will always remember how excited I was as a kid to find out that my aunt Boomer had the same birthday as me! You always took time to ask us cousins what we were up to and what our interests were. We will all miss you Boomer and may your soul rest in peace- Love Kolbe

Barb

June 17, 2024

Your physical presence will truly be missed, your spirit will live on with us at the park/garden.

James DeMasi

June 17, 2024

I was so sad to hear of your passing, Aunt Boomer. I wish I could have known you better. The memories I have are all touched by your singular spirit--your ability to talk to your nephews as if we were peers, your quick laugh, and your sharp wit. You are missed by your family and fondly remembered.

Kendra Lang

June 16, 2024

The news of your passing was so sad to hear. I will forever cherish the memories we did have. The hours we spent on FaceTime talking about our day and the drama of our lives. Thank you for the knowledge and the wisdom that you showed me. And for never forgetting a birthday. Rest in peace auntie.

Samuel

June 16, 2024

I remember watching Pitch Black with you and my brother James. We were way too young, and at one point the F word was yelled, so I remember freezing in my seat and expecting to be yelled at. Because you know James and I had put the movie on then Boomer came in and had asked if we were allowed and if it was appropriate. So of course having never seen the movie we said "oh ya it´s fine, we watch this movie all the time, my parents are okay with it". In stead of getting yelled at Aunt Boomer laughed her head off and said "that´s a great line!"
I know you´re still the coolest Aunt. I will miss you. Love Samuel

Lily Scheetz

June 16, 2024

May your soul rest in peace now, aunt Boomer. I remember how much you loved life and I hope you are experiencing the bounty of eternal life now.

John DeMasi

June 16, 2024

The news of your passing saddens me greatly, Aunt Boomer, as I wish I would have had more time to know you better. In the little time that I did know you, I saw the sweetness and kindness of your spirit. You had a very caring heart. May you enjoy peace now with Grummy, Papa, and Nate.

Antonia DeMasi

June 16, 2024

Rest in Peace Aunt Boomer!

Carolyn Eisenhut

June 16, 2024

She was an amazing smart and accomplished woman, I recall she worked with AIDS patients back when there were no medicines, I met her 40 years ago, and was impressed by her tenacity! And running a women owned mechanic company. She was a doer, for sure! My deep condolences to the Kennedy family and all who were touched by her. May she rest in peace knowing that she made the world a little better

Gail Kennedy DeMasi

June 16, 2024

I regret not "tracking you down" or finding you like when we played hide and seek as kids. I have always loved you and I miss you with a sad longing now. Rest in peace my little sister, rest in peace. Grateful for our memories...love, Gail

Kevin G. Kennedy

June 15, 2024

RIP Boomer, Save a spot up there for your brother. I will eventually join you as well as the rest of the family. Love from Kevin, Sherrie and all the rest of the family.

Dawn Marsiglia

June 14, 2024

I always enjoy chatting with Boomer in the park. She will be missed. Rest in peace.

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