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LYTLE-- Mary Christine, 41, of New York, NY, died on June 11, 2011 at her parents home in Cincinnati, OH after a courageous battle with cancer. She passed away peacefully and was surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 10, 1969, in Cincinnati, OH, grew up in Dallas, TX, was a graduate of the University of Texas in Austin, TX and lived in San Francisco, CA and New York, NY where she raised her daughter, Rebecca. She loved life, music, travel and Carmel Valley, CA. She is survived by her beautiful daughter, Rebecca; her parents Peter O. and Melanie Boylan; her brother Peter W. Boylan, his wife Debbie and children Drew, Walker and Peter; and her brother John P. Boylan and his children, Elizabeth, John and Camille. Funeral Services will be held at Saint Ignatius Loyola R.C. Church, located on Park Ave. at 84th St. on Thursday, June 16, 2011 at 11am. Reception immediately afterwards at Convent of the Sacred Heart School located on 91st St. and 5th Ave. In lieu of flowers, please consider gifts in her name to the Convent of the Sacred Heart School or a charity of your choice.

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Published by New York Times on Jun. 15, 2011.

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Kathy and Les LeFevre

June 9, 2023

Thinking of you, Melanie and Pete, on the day you said good bye to Chrissy and handed her over to our Lord, Jesus Christ. May God´s angels and saints surround you with peace and the assurance that you will see her again

Kevin Lucca

July 21, 2011

I am sorry for your loss. I knew Chris when she went to Xavier. She was very smart and fun to be around. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Jennifer Kingston

June 29, 2011

Dear Boylan Family,
I got to know Chrissy through some time spent together in Chautauqua and New York. She had such a unique sparkle and beauty!! I was always struck with the interest she took in others and the joy she found even amid her challenging circumstances. She will remain alive in our hearts as a true inspiration for what it means to live in the moment and embrace whatever life brings with dignity and love. We are SO heavy hearted for your loss and will be regularly keeping you, and especially Rebecca, in our family's prayers.
With our deepest condolences,
Jennifer, Tim, Isabel, Julia, and Charlotte Kingston

Gretchen Burckart Hicks

June 23, 2011

Dear Boylan Family,

I was so deeply saddened and shocked to hear of Chris’ passing. I had not talked to her in a long time, but she, Dave and I shared some wonderful memories living together our first year in New York. As she was a fellow Theta at UT with me, we moved up there together. She found us our great apartment on W. 74th St. where we had some of the best times of my life. I will never, never forget her or her friendship or the good times we shared.

It is hard to imagine her not being in the world. I will always remember her as a shining light, always looking on the bright side with a smile on her face.

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers,
Gretchen Burckart Hicks

June 20, 2011

Dear Boylan Family,

I was just telling my mother the other day that "Chris Boylan was always the very best one", speaking of the stellar group of ladies that were her close friends in high school.

Though we haven't spoken much in years, I can't believe she is gone and I am so, so sorry.

Chris taught me to love the Jackson Five and Simon and Garfunkel. I have fond memories of listening to music on her record player in her room and dancing around. In the crazy world of high school, I always felt like Chris really "got" me. I have a feeling I am not alone.

Many blessings to you all,
Brooke O'Brien Ferguson

Becky McMahan Sullivan

June 20, 2011

Melanie and Pete,
I remember babysitting little Chrissy after we moved to Fawn Ct. Such a sweet little girl she was. Though I never saw her (or you) much after you moved, Aunt Ellie and my Mom have kept me abreast of her battle and it breaks my heart that she is gone, for you and her daughter. I understand she gave it her all. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I hope fond memories soon replace your sadness.

June 19, 2011

Pete and Melanie, Rebecca, John, Pete and Debbie - what wonderful memories I have of my life with Chrissy. Although we had only a relatively short time living in the same city, we spent absolute quality time every time we were together. Thoughts of those times will make me smile again and will bring you all through your grieving -- which is what Chrissy wants us to do. God bless. Love, Aunt Ellie

Anne Hoyt-Scavone

June 18, 2011

To the Boylan Family,
You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I feel fortunate to have known Chrissy and will treasure the memories of her as a neighbor and friend in NYC, Litchfield and Chautauqua. Her strength of spirit and grace will remain an inspiration to me always. With love, Anne Hoyt-Scavone

Kathy & Les LeFevre

June 17, 2011

To Melanie, Pete, and family,
Love heals broken hearts! Just as you loved Chrissy through her most difficult times on earth, may you find comfort in the love sent to you from family and friends!
Love,
Kathy & Les

Elizabeth Brooks Parks

June 17, 2011

To the Boylan Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I was a Theta with Chrissy at The Univeresity of Texas. What I will always remember about her was her bright smile and positive energy. She always left a wondereful impression on everyone she met. She will be greatly missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family, especially Rebecca.
God Bless

June 17, 2011

To the Boylan Family

Judey Dozeto

June 16, 2011

Dear Boylan Family,
I am so sad to hear about Chris. I went to junior high and high school with her in Dallas. Honestly, I have not seen her in ages, but she made such a big impression on me. I just cannot remember a time when she didn't have a smile on her face. My thoughts are with you and your family for your loss.

Mary Jane Blaney

June 16, 2011

Boylan Family,
Our hearts are filled with such sadness as Chrissy was such an amazing woman and mother. Hold Rebecca tight. Love, Mary Jane Blaney

Bill and Beverly Sollmann

June 15, 2011

Pete and Melanie, May God's grace and love eventually bring you some peace, and may the memories of your daughter flood your hearts with love. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family for your dear loss.

Ultimate AirShuttle Team

June 15, 2011

To the Boylan Family......offering our deepest condolences to all of your family during this difficult time. May Her Memory Be Eternal........

June 15, 2011

Melanie, Pete & Family
Our thoughts and prayers have been with you all through the years. What a soldier you raised and Crissy fought a great battle. Our prayers continue to be with you as you go through your own battle. God bless all of you.

Bill and Kathy Lang

Bob, Joan Hegge and family

June 15, 2011

Melanie, Pete and family,
Our hearts are full of sadness for us, not for Chrissy, for she is in a far better place. Prayers for all, esp. Rebecca. All our love,

Bill and Joan Archer

June 15, 2011

Dear Pete, Melanie and Family
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. We have been "following" your journey through Ellie and know how what a courageous and strong battle Chrissy fought along with all of your support. All our love.

Charlotte Brooks

June 15, 2011

Dear Melanie, Pete and family, especially Rebecca,

I am thinking of you with a heavy heart. Peace and strength.

Fondly,
Charlotte

June 15, 2011

Pete and Melanie,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tod, Judy and family

Susan Warm

June 15, 2011

Boylan family,

Our hearts are broken that we have lost one of our Fawn Court family. Our prayers go out to all of you.

Love, Skip, Susan and family

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