Christine A. "Chris" Petrie

Christine Petrie Obituary

Of South Boston, August 1. Beloved wife of Allan "Al" Petrie. Devoted mother of Robert, Steven and Gail Petrie, Christine Mullen and Paul Petrie. Sister of the late Arthur and Leo Gribaudo. Also survived by 9 grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, cousins and loving friends. Funeral from the Wm. F. Spencer Funeral Home, 575 E. Broadway (at H St.) SOUTH BOSTON, on Thursday at 9 AM. Funeral Mass in St. Vincent's Church at 10 AM. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8 PM. Interment Mass National Cemetery, Bourne at 12:45 PM. Donations in Chris' memory may be made to the Gate of Heaven Church Fund, 841 E. Broadway or St. Vincent's Church, 363 E St. Retired owner and florist for over 30 years of Flowers by Chris. Wm. F. Spencer Funeral Service South Boston (617) 268-0855

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Published by Boston Globe on Aug. 3, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Christine Petrie

14 Entries

Kathy Savage

September 1, 2005

Petrie Family

There are no words that will ease the pain of losing Chris. It might help knowing how many other people knew what a very special woman she was. Growing up, all the Savage children considered Chris our second mother. She was strong, kind, thoughtful and the person you wanted in your corner in times of trouble. Her house was always filled with so much love. Almost every memory I have of her, she is laughing, enjoying life.

I am eternally grateful for everything she did for my family over the years. The list is so long, I would not know where to start.

Chris left a hole in the hearts of so many. I wonder if she knew the impact she had on so many lives.

Dianne (Savage) Crowell

September 1, 2005

There are no words to express how sorry I am for your loss. Chris was an exceptional woman who always opened her heart, her door, and her kitchen to everyone. I used to tell everyone that I could never go out to Italian restaurants because no restaurant's food was as good as the food I got across the street at the Petrie's house! Your family has always been such a big part of my family's life. Your house was our house and our house was yours. I remember all the cookouts, all the parties, all the laughing, and even all the sermons. I remember all of us sitting out on the stairs on those hot summer nights and everyone just being happy with life on Third Street. But, most of all, I remember, and will be eternally grateful for, Chris' loving friendship to my mother. My family's hearts have been broken this year with losing Chuck in January, and now we've lost Chris. I hope you can find comfort, as I do, in knowing that now we have two of God's best people working for us in heaven. I love all of you.

Elaine Savage

August 31, 2005

To all the Petrie family please know how sad I am for all of you. Each of you have lost a special person in your lives. I got the pleasure of meeting Chris from Chuck's family. They all adored her. I always felt you guys were like a blended family anyway. I even had the pleasure of being a nutty knitter for awhile and have such great memories of that time. I will never forget when Chuck came home from Vietnam and we hung the banner between the 2 houses and yes your mother telling me she was the thinist she has even been at my wedding. What great memories I have of her. She was so kind to me and my family so many times. The rosary beads she had made up for me from Chuck's roses I will treasure them forever. just like I will treasure the memories I have of her. She was quite a women but I know I don't have to tell you that. She loved all of you so much. Al I know you have lost your best friend but we were both so lucky to have found them. I believe they loved us so much that they knew we would need that love to hold on to until we are together again. And now they are together looking down on us and probably saying what the heck are they doing now. Chris made the most beautiful flowers I always remembered getting a poodle dog every time I had a baby from Kay that Chris had made. She was always there for everyone and from the looks of the people who came to show their respects they were there for her. What a wonderful tribute. Chris my friend please give Chuck a kiss for me and know that you both will always stay in my heart.

john petitto

August 5, 2005

Paul I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom,I found out today,my heartfelt sympathy's go out to you and your family.I'm sorry I could'nt be there for you.John & Nancy Petitto

tommy and lisa kolar

August 3, 2005

to the petrie family

so very sorry for your loss. your mom was a great woman who i know will be greatly missed. our prayers are with you all.

Anne Rheault

August 3, 2005

Mr.Petrie & Family,

My prayers are with you all at this sad time in your lives.

Mrs.Petrie will be missed by everyone who's life she has touched.

May God Bless you and keep you all .

Anne Rheault and Daughters, Jillian & Ryan-Elizabeth

Cathi (Kostas) Lawlor

August 3, 2005

I am so, so,sorry to hear that Mrs. Petrie Has past away. She was a very good friend to my own mother that has past away, mrs. Petrie Help us alot through our good and bad times, with her wonderful flower arangements.

she will surly be missed.

me and my family will keep her in our prays.

Eleanor & Charlie Jumpre

August 3, 2005

A lifetime of friendship which started during our adolescent years. Although we drifted miles apart you were always in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolence to Al and Family.

Debbie Griffin

August 3, 2005

Dear Al, Gail, Christine, Steve, Rob and Paul,

Your mother was not only a fabulous cook, but a wonderful person. She made us laugh. And she was not afraid to tell you when you screwed up. You have to appreciate that in a person.

Al, you and Chris are a wonderful example of what being married is, and your kids are lucky to have witnessed it. Gail, you are devoted not only to your mother and father, but are a great sister. You learn this from your parents so you know they did a great job raising you and your brothers and sister.

The last time I saw your mother was at Chuck's wake, and her words to Elaine's sister Ellie, who had just lost her dear friend was "you two have to knock this s... off. And at the very sad time in our life, she made Ellie, Jimmy and I laugh. But that was just how she was. She also gave Alex Schark a little scare with her cain which was also very funny.

I can't count the times when I was at Gail's shop getting my hair done and it would take 4 hours because Chris would drop by with muffins and lunch. Jimmy thought it was because of my hair, it really was for the company and food!

I know that this is wordy but Jimmy and I want you all to know that we thought your wife and mother was a wonderful person. She is in heaven (hopefully resting)and Chuck has her out on a sail boat, with Anna and Jim.

She will be watching over all of you from heaven.

You also know that she is giving God a good piece of her mind.

We will all miss her.

Love

Debbie Griffin

Catherine Bombard

August 3, 2005

Thinking of you during this most difficult time. Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss. May the prayers and love of all that know you help to ease your burden. Love Cathie & Jake

Julia Herron

August 3, 2005

Words cannot express how sorry I am for the lose of Chris. Chris was a "mom" to many people and very much loved. She was a great inspriation to me during my time of need. I will never forget what Chris did for me. She was a wonderful,loving and very giving woman. I will always hold dear my memories of Chris and she will be missed.

Julia

Netta Cirone

August 3, 2005

I met Chris at my first job in Boston, where we were both working for John Hancock, (maybe 55 years ago), at the time we visited each others homes and became very friendly. Through the years with children in our lives we hadn't seen each other for quite a while, but when we did, it was like we would always be friends. She will be missed. Our love to all her family, she will be remembered in our prayers. Jerry and Netta

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