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1946

DIED

2017

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Melrose, Massachusetts

NANCY CHRISTOPHER Obituary

CHRISTOPHER, Nancy J. (McCoy) Of Melrose, June 21, 2017, at age 70. Nancy was the beloved wife of the late John Christopher with whom she shared 46 years of marriage. Devoted mother of Karen A. Symond and her husband Jason of Melrose, John A. Christopher and his wife Alisa of Bellingham, Susan M. Bardaro of Melrose, Traci M. Barbagallo and her husband Salvatore of Georgetown, and Peter M. Christopher of Georgetown. Caring sister of Maureen Pino and her husband Arthur, Alice Holloran and her late husband Joseph, Peter McCoy and his wife Lucille, Catherine Mainero and her husband Frank, William McCoy and his wife Jeannette, and Susan Coveney and her husband Michael. Dear sister-in-law of Marie Hennessey and her husband Thomas of Chicago, IL. Cherished grandmother of Chanel, Courtney, Lilah, Christopher, Calli, Braedon, Nicholas, and Valentina. Also survived by 30 nieces and nephews. Relatives & friends are invited to gather in honor of Nancy's life for her Funeral Mass at St. Mary's Church, Herbert St., Melrose celebrated on Monday, June 26 at 11am. At the request of the family, calling hours will be private. All are kindly invited to go directly to Church. Interment at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody. In lieu of flowers, donations in Nancy's name may be made to Mass General Hospital, Development Office, Attn: Krista McCabe for Neurology, 125 Nashua St., Boston, MA 02114. For online tribute or directions: RobinsonFuneralHome.com. Robinson Funeral Home Melrose (781) 665-1900

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Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 22 to Jun. 25, 2017.

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Carol and Ron Scioli

June 18, 2018

I often remember the phone conversations Nancy and I had and really miss talking to her. I remember all the good times Ronny and I had with Johnny and Nancy. I hope the family will always remember how much the relationship between John and Ronny was so special. Our prayers are with you on this 1 year anniversary .

Robert Mcintosh

June 27, 2017

Our sincere condolences to Peter, Lucille and family...

Karen Symond

June 27, 2017

Thank you all for your kind words in honor of our Mother. We don't quite know what do to next without her actually telling us but I guess we will just have to figure it out and have faith she will guide us ......

Karen Symond

June 27, 2017

Thank you all for your kind words. We will miss her very very much...........

A family friend

June 25, 2017

Karen and family My memories of your mom are filled with laughter and humor. Your mom was so kind, loving, and welcoming. Everyone that entered that house on West Emerson felt like part of the family. I am so sorry to hear of this tragedy. She was a true matriarch of family filled with love. With sympathy,Michelle Gillig (Levine)

June 25, 2017

Susan Tommy and I are sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. May your memory's bring a smile to your face and peace to your heart. Rosie and Tommy Fowler.

Amy Swan

June 25, 2017

Thinking of you and your family, Karen, as you celebrate your Mom's life and say goodbye. Wishing you peace and solace. Xoxo.

June 25, 2017

Our deepest sympathies to Karen, John, Sue, Tracy, Peter, all the grandchildren and family.. Your Mom was beautiful and caring and gone too early. Wishing troubled hearts peace and happy memories.. Wendy & George Lovett

Richard & Rosalie Sullivan

June 24, 2017

We were so sorry to hear of Nancy's sudden passing. She was a wonderful woman who dearly loved her family. She is at peace now, a special peace with her beloved John. Remember all the happy times you shared and how much she loved you. Beautiful memories outlast the pain of grief. Nancy's legacy will live on in you, her family she so dearly loved. In your sorrow may there also be joy that you had such a person to love. Please know that caring thoughts and heartfelt sympathy are with you. God bless.
Ro & Sully

Alice Holloran

June 24, 2017

To my beautiful younger sister Nancy. May you rest in the sweetest peace with your beloved husband John. I will forever miss you and love you. Forever in my heart and always on my mind. Goodnight my dear sister. Love, Alice

Jeannette. ( vannelli) Morrison

June 23, 2017

To Nancy's family,
I am so sadden to learn of the passing of your mom.
I had the good fortune of reconnecting with Nancy last October at a high school, class of '64 gathering.
You could see the joy and happiness in her face as she shared with us the pictures of her children and grandchildren.
I only wish that we could have shared more of many good times together.
Nancy, you were a beautiful woman, both inside and out.
May you all find comfort in the treasured memories of your loving mother.

June 23, 2017

Ron and I were saddened to hear of your loss.
Have hope in tomorrow, have faith in the everlasting, and take comfort in the love of friends and family.
May God's love make your grief bearable.
So sorry for your great loss.
Carol & Ronald Scioli

Janet Vitiello

June 23, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with all and your mom. She was a wonderful lady with whom I had the pleasure of knowing for many years. May she rest in peace now that she is finally together with your dad once again. She will be surely missed.

June 23, 2017

So sorry for your loss, may the family find comfort @ Issiah 25:8,AJ

Joni Tozzi

June 23, 2017

I'm so sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. My heart goes out to you I will always remember the joyous memories from Trull St. May God's peace be with you all.

Patrick McNamara

June 23, 2017

A wonderful lady who I will miss.... Thank you for being an incredible Grandmother. Prayers and many heartfelt thoughts.

Sharon Sloman

June 23, 2017

Many fond memories of Nancy, John and kids.
Thinking of you all.
Sharon Lanciani Sloman

Traci Barbagallo

June 23, 2017

Truly cannot believe this... Missing you, terribly. I love you, Mom!

Pat Messina Messina

June 22, 2017

Oh Nancy, I'm so sorry to know of your passing. I knew you for a short time but we so connected it felt like we had known each other for years. I'll always remember your smile and kind words of encouragement to never give up on hope and faith. Pat Messina

Connie O'Connor

June 22, 2017

My heart is broken from the loss of your mother. She always made me feel so special. I wish we were able to share more time together. When we had the opportunity to see each other, we would talk just to make each other laugh. She was a great lady. My heartfelt condolences.

Marlene & John Pulpi

June 22, 2017

Nancy, have so many special memories of you as a dear friend and neighbor of 46 years. Our families have shared so much together. You were a wonderful mother and grandmother. You will be dearly missed. Marlene & John

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