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2017

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JOHN CHRISTENAKIS Obituary

CHRISTENAKIS, John M. Of Billerica, November 5, 2017, age 19. Beloved son of George and Rita (Amara) Christenakis. Loving brother of Adriana (Christenakis) Kenyon and her husband, Christopher, of Billerica and Daniela Christenakis of Billerica. Loving uncle of Seamus and Luisa. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Funeral from the Burns Funeral Home, 354 Boston Rd., (Rt. 3A), BILLERICA, Saturday, November 11, at 9:00 AM, followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Theresa's Church, Billerica, at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Friday, 4-8 PM. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in John's name to NAMI National Alliance on Mental illness, ifundraise.nami.org. John was an avid sports fan throughout his life and especially loved baseball. He volunteered at Winchester Hospital for several years and aspired to a career helping others in either the field of medicine or law. Interment, Fox Hill Cemetery, Billerica.

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 8 to Nov. 9, 2017.

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November 9, 2017

In my mind, John will forever be remembered as a bright-eyed first grader. I remember him as my student like it was yesterday. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. May the memories and your family and friends help you through.

Carolyn Busalacchi
Kennedy School

November 9, 2017

May our Heavenly Father strengthen and comfort all grieving at this time..
Philippians 4:13, Isaiah 61:1,2 -
God will surely answer when you call and you will soon be able to say the words at Psalm 28:2,7 -

Essie C IN

Betty

November 9, 2017

Sending my caring love the family. What a great loss to such a good person. May God sustain you at this time of such great loss.

Kim Gryglik

November 9, 2017

Sending light and comfort your way. I remember my son playing baseball with John. He was a great kid with a great smile. My heart breaks for your family, and you are all in my prayers.

Macy

November 8, 2017

Sending all my love to the Christenakis family. I'm so terribly sorry for your loss. Thank you John so much for the unconditional laughs and smiles, all our memories will stay with me forever.

Devin Folland

November 8, 2017

RIP John. Didn't know you too well but remember you coming to Javas for your coffee such a good kid

Nicholas Cassidy

November 8, 2017

The days at the kennedy growing up will always be a part of me. Rest Easy John, your name lives on in our hearts.

Mckenna Moore

November 8, 2017

Was an amazingly funny person who was taken too soon. condolences to his family members and close friends. Tragic loss Rest In Peace ❤

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Nov

10

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Burns Funeral Homes and Cremation Services - Billerica

354 Boston Road, Billerica, MA 01821

Nov

11

Funeral

9:00 a.m.

Burns Funeral Homes and Cremation Services - Billerica

354 Boston Road, Billerica, MA 01821

Nov

11

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Theresa's Church

Billerica, MA

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354 Boston Road, Billerica, MA 01821

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