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Mr. James L. Boenis, 72, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 31, 2021 with his family by his side.
Jim was born on September 25, 1949 in Lowell, the son of the late Louis and Tessie (Makris) Boenis. He was the loving husband of 27 years to the late Maureen (Kinnon) Boenis whom he lost on May 14, 2011 and he was the loving owner of his cherished Labrador, the late Chloe.
A proud lifelong resident of the Acre section of Lowell, Jim was educated through the Lowell schools, graduating from Lowell High School in 1967. He later went to graduate from St. Anslem College in 1971.
Jim and his late wife Maureen bought Century 21 Sager Real Estate in 1996 and operated the business until selling it in 2019. He was a member of the Northeast Association of Realtors for many years. Jim was an avid photographer and loved capturing family photos, especially of his grandchildren. He also enjoyed travelling annually to Marco Island, Florida with his wife Maureen.
He was a faithful, lifelong member of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church and community. Jim enjoyed meeting with his friends every Friday to catch up on the local sports teams and the news over a cup of coffee. He was an avid local sports fan with a great love for the Red Sox.
His family would like to thank Dr. Meltsakos for his kindness and medical advice and support over the past several years.
Jim is survived by his daughter, Alexandra Nyberg and her husband Kevin and their daughters, Emily and Sarah; his son Gregory Boenis; three stepsons, Ralph Martinese and his wife Maureen, Christopher Martinese, and Adam Martinese; his sister, Frances Boenis Depontbriand and her daughter Jessica DePontbriand; his beloved lab, Lily and many in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews and step grandchildren.
Arrangements
Relatives and friends will be received at the M. R. LAURIN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 295 Pawtucket St. Lowell on Thursday Nov. 4 from 4 to 7pm. His funeral will take place on Friday, Nov 5 at 10am at the Funeral Home to be followed by his service at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Lowell at 11am. Interment will follow in Westlawn II Cemetery, Lowell. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, memorial donations may be made to the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 62 Lewis Street Lowell, Ma. 01854. Funeral arrangements under the direction of directors, Louis M. Fazio III and Scott Laurin. For condolences or directions, please visit www.laurinfuneralhome.com
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Paul Wilbur
November 4, 2021
R.I.P.
Pedro Pacheco
November 4, 2021
Sorry for your loss Greg
Christine Vieira-Trant
November 3, 2021
I am so shocked and devastated by the loss of Jim.
I met him through the Facebook Marketplace when he was selling a table. When I went to pick it up we chatted for over an hour and a half. I felt I knew him all my life. He was a wonderful man with so much love for his family. We became Facebook friends that day and I have know him for about four years. I always followed his posts and I knew his true love for his beloved wife Maureen. His heart was truly broken when he lost her.
He loved his Grandchildren with all of his heart.
I will miss seeing his posts on Facebook.
Jim was truly a wonderful man, Father and Papou as well as a friend. Jim I am so glad you are reunited with the love of your life. I hope you are dancing and catching up with your love. My deepest sympathies to your Daughter & Son and sister and especially to your grandaughters May you rest in peace!
God Bless!
Fusconi Family
November 2, 2021
RIP Jim. Remember you growing up in the Acre
Jay Tsapatsaris
November 2, 2021
I just learned of Jim's passing. I got to know Jim though my Father George Tsapatsaris. Fond memories of meeting Jim and my Father on Monday evenings at the Athenian Corner in Lowell.
My condolences to the entire family.
chuck and marina kalogeropoulos
November 2, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to the Boenis family, may he rest
in peace. Have known Jim most of my life and I am truly sadden.
sophia thomas
November 2, 2021
Spoke to him on F/B the other day: can't believe he's gone: didn't know him very well, but all Greeks "know" each other: My sympathy to his whole family.....
william dowling
November 2, 2021
I will miss you Jim!! You were a Real buddy to me.I will miss having a few drinks together and our talks too!!R.I.P my friend.
Ann and Dennis Scannell
November 1, 2021
Jim was a super person with an awesome family. Sad to hear the news today . Best to all Family Members
So sad to hear the news today. Jim was an awesome person with a great family.... Best to all Family Members..
Joan and George Tsoukalas
November 1, 2021
So sorry for your loss. May Jim's memory be eternal.
Joan and George Tsoukalas
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Love you, Papou!
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