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MICHELE PATTERSON Obituary

PATTERSON, Michele A. (Bovaird) Of Norwood, formerly of Mission Hill, June 10, 2016. Loving mother of James M. Patterson of Brooklyn, NY, Robert D. Patterson of Boston and Katelyn Brooks of Dorchester. Devoted grandmother of Mason and Noah Brooks. Wife of John W. Patterson of Boston. Daughter of Catherine Bovaird of FL and the late Robert Bovaird. Sister of Joan Bovaird-Dow of Revere, Robert Bovaird of Walpole and Rose Garofalo of Whitestone, NY. Also survived by many extended family and close friends. Funeral from William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St, WEST ROXBURY, Wednesday, June 15th at 8:30 am followed by a Funeral Mass in The Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, "Mission Church", 1545 Tremont St, Boston at 10 o'clock. Visiting hours Tuesday 4-8 pm. Relatives and friends invited. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. Michele was a dedicated and inspirational Nurse to her patients and colleagues at the VNA Care Network for over 20 years. For directions and guestbook www.gormleyfuneral.com William J. Gormley Funeral Service 617-323-8600

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Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 11 to Jun. 12, 2016.

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Virginia Virginia

June 5, 2020

I remember sitting next to her at OLPH, and when the classroom sang, Michelle was always so so happy singing, she always put a smile in my face. RIP Angel.

Virginia Virginia

June 5, 2020

I remember sitting next to her at OLPH, and when the classroom sang, Michelle was always so so happy singing, she always put a smile in my face. RIP Angel.

July 24, 2016

My sympathy is with the Bovaird and Patterson family.
Listening to Michelle talk about her trip to Ireland had me laughing ..she was such a great story teller..
...So very helpful to her Mother Kaye
So sad she left us so young..she is missed.
Sincerely, Lily Abel

Lily Abel

July 24, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Sitting in Kaye's house in Florida, and listening to Michelle and Joan Talk about their trip to Ireland was like watching a sitcom..so very funny! It's hard to believe she is gone..my deepest sympathy to all the Bovairds and Pattersons..

elizabeth mc daid

June 24, 2016

June 18, 2016

Dear Joan, Kay, Bobby, Rose and Michele's beloved children and grandchildren,

My deepest sympathies are with all of you at this very sad time. Regretfully, I was unable to attend the services but please know I hold all of you close to my heart. I spent many fun and happy times at your home with Joan and on the Hill in high school. Michele was a great person, loving daughter, sister, mother and grandmother. Know that your love and memories as a family will sustain you and that she is never far away.

Peace, love and strength to all of you in the days ahead.

Love,

Lisa Delfino (Connor)
Class of 1977
MCHS

Fred&Ellen Hickox

June 17, 2016

deapest sympathy to all the family

Jack your #1 bro!

Frank Bellanti

June 17, 2016

To Jack my brother, James, Bobby and Kate,
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Although Michelle and I always had different viewpoints at this point it is not even an issue. I'm in shock that she passed so young in fact I can't even comprehend how much your family is hurting, I'm so sorry for your loss it's awful! Apologies that I couldn't attend as I now reside in Madison, GA. Love you guys, Franky B ( Red ).

June 16, 2016

It was such a pleasure working with Michele at the VNA and to help participate in her care over the past month. What a brave soul she was and what an amazing family she has... Deepest thoughts and prayers for Kate, Bobby, and James and to all the family.

My sincere condolences,
Jessica Gibbons

patsy kearns

June 15, 2016

so sorry to here of michele passing may she rest in peace

katherine Doherty obrien

June 15, 2016

Rest in peace

June 15, 2016

Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Really sorry to hear on Michelle terrible news. Thinking on you all. May she rest in peace and let the angels look after her now.
Benny, Beryl, Katherine & family
Malin head
Donegal

June 14, 2016

Dear Kaye , Michele's Husband and Family , Rose , Joan , Bobby , Nieces and Nephews .

Shocked to hear your sad news of your beloved Michelle . My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. No words can ease your pain.

In Gods Care Michele rests ,
In your heart , Michele will live for ever.

Regards,
Della ( Galway, Ireland )

June 14, 2016

My deepest condolences go out to John and all the Patterson children and grandchildren, to Joan,Bob,Rose and Kay. Michele was a beautiful person inside and out. No words can ever ease the pain but hopefully the love and support of family and friends can help.
With mush sorrow,
Paul Sulfaro and all the Sulfaro family

Jeannie Doyle

June 13, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am heartbroken with the news. Although not close in recent years we were growing up . I tell my daughter about all the trouble we would get in thru the years from skipping school to go sledding and that D in conduct in the 1st grade because we could not stop talking. I remember all the Halloween party's with your grandmother and the fun we had bobbing for apples.
Michele you will always hold a special place In my heart. May you rest in peace !!!!

Ivy White

June 13, 2016

My deepest sympathy. Love strength and prayers to the Patterson family.

June 13, 2016

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Patterson family for this sad, sad loss. May you find comfort in the memories you hold dear and in drawing close to God in prayer.
Psalm 66:19,20

Angela Powers

June 13, 2016

I have so many wonderful memories of Michele starting in grade school, with the most recent a few years back when we spent the day together at Rexhame beach remembering the fun times of our child and early adulthood. Her love pride and commitment to her family was so clear when she spoke of you.I have not been able to think of anything else since hearing of this sad news. My commitment to helping with my grandchildren will prevent my being with you for the services but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great loss!Sending light love and peace to you all.Angie Powers

Patty and Tom Starr

June 13, 2016

Dear Bobby and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Michele's passing. She was our VNA nurse when Patrick was going through chemo and she was fabulous! Always a big smile and a kind and encouraging word. We hope your very best memories of her will help you through these very sad days. May God bless you all, and may she rest in peace.

Kerry Payne Hogan

June 13, 2016

My heart is broken for Kay, Joan, Bob, Rose and Michelle's children. Her smile lit up the room. She was sweet, kind and funny. Michelle was beautiful inside and out. May she rest in peace.

linda mcpherson (Brady)

June 13, 2016

May god bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dina Hayes

June 12, 2016

You have touched so many with your hands, your heart and your soul! RN Coworker

Richard and Sheila Allendorf

June 12, 2016

Michelle was our VNA nurse a few months ago and provided compassionate care with a good sense of humor. She had much dedication to her work and also spoke very highly of her family. Our deepest condolences to you all on your loss!

Sincerely,

Richard and Sheila Allendorf

Virginia Liriano-Bohlin

June 12, 2016

My family and I have you in our thoughts and prayers. I remember Michelle in grammar school we sat next to each other and she loved to sing.

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