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Barbara Chatten Obituary

CHATTEN Barbara A. (Hanley) "Bobbie", age 53, of Haverhill, formerly of Cambridge, July 12, 2013, died after a brave and strong battle with breast cancer. Beloved wife of Thomas Chatten. Devoted daughter of the late Barbara C. Hanley. Loving sister of Kathleen Kelley and her husband, Leo, of Melrose, Michael Hanley of Cambridge, William Hanley and his wife, Robin, of Cambridge, Kelly Callinan and her husband, Daniel, of Revere and the late Colleen Hanley. Survived by her aunt and uncles, Bernadette and Joseph Johnson of Chattanooga, TN, and Paul Hanley of Cambridge. Also leaves many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the John C. Burns and Sons Funeral Home, 305 Broadway, CAMBRIDGE, Wednesday, July 17, at 9:00 A.M. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Mary's Church, Cambridge at 10:00 A.M. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours, Tuesday, 4:00 P.M. 8:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Bobbie's name to Hospice of the North Shore, 75 Sylvan Street, Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923. www.burnsfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Boston Herald on Jul. 14, 2013.

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Scott Bland

July 18, 2013

My deepest sympathies go out to the Hanley & Chatten family,I remember her growing up as a kid she always had a smile on her face.She will be missed by many who loved her R.I.P. Bobbie.

Cheryl Savioli Anctil

July 17, 2013

To Kathy and family I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. May she rest in peace.

Carolyn Segelstrom

July 16, 2013

Tom, I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.

July 16, 2013

I just wanted to say
It was a honor to Love you Bobbie
And an honor to be Loved by you
I will Love you always
Love & Peace Love Ro

Theresa Michelson

July 15, 2013

You will always be a beautiful light shining over those who love you my good friend. Till we meet again.

Shannon Bowman

July 15, 2013

My deepest sympathies go out to the Hanley & Chatten family everyone loved Bobbie she always had a smile on her face that lit up any room she was in. Rest easy Bobbie your fight is over but our memories of you will continue to make us smile.

Luv
Shannon Laliberte Bowman

Jaimelyn Harsh

July 15, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Chatten Family. She will be missed here at the Primary Care Center.
Jaimelyn Harsh

July 15, 2013

Thomas and the Hanley Family,

My condolences at this difficult time Bobbie was an amazing and loving person she will be missed,

Sincerely,

Marie Mitrano

July 15, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Chatten/Hanley family...Bobbie will be sorely missed We love you, Melissa and John Sheehan

July 15, 2013

Tommy I am so sorry for your loss Bobbie was a beautiful wife, friend to you and everyone she met. She will be missed by so many. God Bless you & family. Love you. Joan O'Brien & Syd.

Diane Williams

July 14, 2013

I will miss my childhood friend :( It breaks my heart to say good-bye so I shall say so long until we meet again up stairs my angel RIP BOBBIE xo

Linda Mannix

July 14, 2013

Bobbi touched the lives of so many in such a sincere and caring way. We are truly blessed that she shared her wonderful friendship with us and will remember her always... Linda and Walter Mannix

Jim and Gail Todd

July 14, 2013

WE will miss you dearly with your beautiful smile. The Seafood Festival will never be the same. You will always be in our hearts. love JT and Gail

Jane Santos

July 14, 2013

It breaks my heart to hear of Barbara's passing. My parents and I send our deepest condolences to her wonderful family. She thought the world of her amazing family & I know she will be missed by all. Rest in Peace Bobbie.

Theresa Michelson

July 14, 2013

I will always cherish our many happy years of friendship. She was a great, special, beautiful , kind, loving person to everyone. My deepest condolences to Tommy, and her family.

Linda Westlund

July 14, 2013

Rest in peace Bobbi.

July 13, 2013

I am/was truly blessed to have Barbara in my life. Just hearing her voice when she would call filled my heart with joy. She will remain in my heart forever. She was blessed to have such a wonderful, loving and caring husband and family. She adored all of you. Rest in peace my forever girlfriend.

Walter and Michael Sullivan

July 13, 2013

To the Chatten/Hanley Family:

Please accept our deepest sympathies. You are in our prayers and thoughts.

Sincerely,

Walter and Michael Sullivan

Linda Sullivan

July 13, 2013

Will always remember Bobbie's love of Thomas, her family and kitty cats. Barbara was caring and thoughtful and always fun to be with. Her smile, positive attitude and awesome personality would always light up a room. She will be a sparkling star in my sky, and I will miss her dearly.

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