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Jocelyn Leathem Barrett

1940 - 2023

Jocelyn Leathem Barrett obituary, 1940-2023, Boston, MA

Jocelyn Barrett Obituary

Jocelyn Leathem Barrett Age 83 of Natick MA, passed away unexpectedly at Brigham and Woman's Hospital on April 22. Jocelyn, a loving mother and grandmother is survived by her son James E. Barrett and his spouse Shelby Gregory, her three grandchildren, Bode, Scarlett and Radian Barrett, her best friend and former spouse James F. Barrett and her beloved niece Jill Forest and her family. Jocelyn, a graduate of Skidmore College and Simmons University and a LICSW therapist, was a nationally known, Trainer, Facilitator and expert in the use of EMDR therapy, a specialized modality used in the treatment of trauma and PTSD. Jocelyn's impact on the lives of her clients cannot be adequately described. Jocelyn was an avid white water kayaker, well known and loved by everyone in the white water paddling community. She was paddling Class 3 rapids at Age 82 and was hoping to run a Class 4 river this year. Jocelyn's vibrant, joyful smile shines brightly in every picture of her paddling and in the memories of her friends and family. She was a loving and caring person who brought joy to the lives of every one she touched. Services are being held Saturday April 29th at 2:30pm at the Villiage Church in Wellesly, MA.



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Published by Boston Herald on Apr. 27, 2023.

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Susan Rosett

April 28, 2023

Jocelyn was my dear friend for many years (40+). We had so much in common and could always share both tears and giggles. We met in a women´s therapy group initiated by our mutual therapist, Judy. Our friendship "clicked" right away and we shared many giggles and tears too. "Joc" (soft c) and I clicked immediately and quickly became best friends and mutual supports. She very graciously invited me and my family (husband and two daughters) for a weekend at her beautiful cabin on a beautiful lake in Maine. She showed us around her beautiful lake and shared many giggles with us. My now grown daughters and my husband and I share many memories of our time up in Maine with Joc. We loved her so much and always looked forward to having fun with her. She became an important and well loved member of our family. We will all love you forever, Joc! I will forever miss you and your sweet solace as you listened to my problems and helped me see them in a better light. I will always cherish our time together and I hope we will meet again in heaven. You have been like a sister to me. All of us who knew you will sorely miss you! (My tears are falling as I remember our times together. I love you, sweet girl! Susan

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