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ADAMS, Kathleen M. Age 70, of Milton, passed away peacefully at home on February 16, 2022. Kathleen was raised in Melrose and attended Our Lady of Nazareth Academy. She earned her Bachelor's degree from Boston College and her Master's degree from Boston University, both in nursing. She was a dedicated pediatric nurse and worked for Floating Hospital at Tufts Medical Center for over 40 years, changing the lives of many along the way. Kathleen was the beloved wife of the late Donald Adams, and a wonderful mother to Katherine (John) Wozniak, Thomas (Meghan) Adams, and Meghan (William) Corley. She was the loving "Grammy" to Christopher and Michael Wozniak and "Nene" to Thomas and Matthew Adams. Kathleen was predeceased by her devoted husband, Donald, and her cherished parents, Ernest and Marjorie Smith. She is survived by her loyal brother, Richard (Mary) Smith of Stoneham, as well as many extended family members. She leaves behind her dearest fur babies, Maisie and Leo. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at Saint Elizabeth's Church, 350 Reedsdale Road, Milton, Tuesday, February 22, at 10:00 AM. Family and friends invited. Visiting Hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, Monday, from 4-8 PM. Interment Milton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Kathleen's honor to the MSPCA, 350 South Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130, or to the Coleman Lindsley Research Fund, which is dedicated to research for MDS, of which her husband, Donald, passed away. Donations can be sent to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284. For further information or to leave the Adams family a condolence message please visit www.dolanfuneral.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 19 to Feb. 20, 2022.

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Janet Nagy Hanley

February 13, 2024

First met Kathy Smith RN who trained me as a new neonatal nurse at Floating in `75. She was an awesome nurse and teacher. Then 25 years later we met again... Kathy Adams... as Mom´s, Boy Scout parents and fellow parishioners at St. Elizabeth´s. I´ll always remember Kathy as a brilliant Nurse, mom, wife and lovely person. She is sadly missed....may she rest in peace to love and serve the Lord!

Lynne Ewen

February 13, 2023

Remembering a great friend!
Lynne Ewen

Janet Nagy Hanley

March 8, 2022

Sending condolences to all the family! Kathy was a wonderful nurse. We first met at Boston Floating hospital where we worked together for 3 years as nurses. We met again years later upon moving to Milton and attending St Elizabeths church. Kathy´s husband was my son´s Boy Scout leader. I met Cathy on a history walk in Milton Cemetery last fall. She was a lovely woman and always a smile for you. Kathy will be sadly missed in our community. Rest In Peace Cathy! With deepest sympathy, Janet and Andy Hanley

Lynne Ewen

February 19, 2022

I am so sorry to hear of Kathy´s passing. Love to the family. Kathy was a gifted nurse, friend and mother to you all!

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Saint Elizabeth's Church

350 Reedsdale Road,, Milton, MA

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460 Granite Avenue, Milton, MA 02186

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