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Kristen Boosahda Obituary
Shrewsbury - Kristen F. Boosahda, 53, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Worcester, Kristen was a daughter of the late Leo S. and Emily S. (Swide) Boosahda.
Kristen grew up in West Boylston. She was a ground-breaking athlete in high school soccer. She received a B.S Degree in Accounting and Information Systems from Babson College in 1988 and an MBA Degree from Clark University in 1999. She was a Principal Analyst at National Grid and worked there for 29 years.
Kristen was a member of St. George Orthodox Cathedral in Worcester. Kristen was a Girl Scout leader and youth soccer coach for many years. She was active in the Shrewsbury schools' theatre department. Kristen was an enthusiastic UMASS Minuteman band parent. She also volunteered at The Hanover Theatre for several years.
She leaves her husband, David L. Gillis, Jr., a devoted and cherished daughter, Cassandra (Boosahda) Moreshead and her husband, Michael; 5 sisters, Stephanie E. Boosahda of So. Yarmouth, Sandra L. Burgoyne and her husband, Fred of Worcester, Laurie Boosahda and her partner Steven of So. Deerfield, Lisa Sooy and her fiancé Bill of Shrewsbury, and Kimberly B. Joyce and her husband Timothy, of Hopkinton; 5 nieces and 8 nephews, 12 grand nieces and nephews and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Due to circumstances beyond our control, a private funeral will be held at St. George Orthodox Cathedral in Worcester with burial in Mt. Vernon Cemetery in West Boylston at the convenience of the family.
If you wish to make a donation in Kristen's memory, contributions may be made to St. George Orthodox Cathedral Endowment Fund, 30 Anna Street, Worcester 01604.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Philip G. Haddad, Jr. of Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden.
MAY HER MEMORY BE ETERNAL!
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May 5, 2020
I was so saddened to learn of Kristen's passing recently and just wanted to extend my heartfelt sympathies to her family and especially Cassie. Kristen was truly a very special person and I will miss her.
Gail Hyman, Quincy, Ma.
Lynn Roy
April 9, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Kristen was a beautiful person inside and out! I worked with her in the Shrewsbury Schools Music Association and we enjoyed playing volleyball and doing yoga together with Shrewsbury Parks and Rec. I will miss you Kristen!
Vinod Shekhapuram
April 7, 2020
I had worked with Kristen and i miss her. She was very good person and always helpful. Rest In Peace
Anne Monopoli
April 7, 2020
So sorry to hear of Kristen passing. She was a wonderful loving person. Worked many years with her thru shrewsbury music and theater department. Her daughter and family meant everything to her.
She will be missed ❤❤
Sh
April 7, 2020
Remembering her wonderful and gentle soul will forever remain in our hearts. May she rest in peace!
Laurie Kalil
April 6, 2020
Dear Boosahda Family,
It is truly sad news to hear that Kristen has passed. She always had the best smile for everyone. May her memory be eternal.
Deirdre Haddad
April 6, 2020
Dear Boosahda Family,
So very sad about your loss especially during this tragic time. God Bless you all.
Carol Sedewitz
April 6, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Kristen for a few years back around 2000. She was such a wonderful person, had a great work ethic and was a devoted mother to Cassie. I had no idea she was ill. When we spoke to each other over the years in hallway conversations it was always so pleasant she always asked about my son who was the same age as Cassie. I will miss her, and my deepest sympathies to your entire family.
Janet Cowley
April 5, 2020
Dear Stephanie, Sandy, Laurie, Lisa, and Kim, I am so terribly sorry to read that you have lost your sister, Kristen. I grew up in your neighborhood , and remember what a loving and fun family the Boosahda family was - great memories to hold onto forever.
Janet Webster Cowley
Linda Anscombe
April 4, 2020
My deepest sympathy to Kristen's entire family and friends. For many years, I was a member of Kristen's work family where she was greatly admired. The world has lost a very special person.
Kristen, my friend, Rest In Peace. I will treasure the memories of our dinners together whenever I traveled to Massachusetts. I will think of you whenever I look at your mother's painting which hangs above my computer.
Love, Linda
Elinor O'Neil
April 4, 2020
Dear Cassie, David and Mike, My heart goes out to you at this very difficult time. Try to remember all the wonderful times you had together. She was such a loving and caring person and a fantastic mother. Love, Aunt Elinor
Kathy Sydell
April 4, 2020
I will always cherish the giant hugs you gave me. ❤
Barb B
April 4, 2020
Kristen & I met through SOYO when we were both in high school. She always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. I recall she came directly from the prom to an Easter church service. Regardless of this occasion, her faith was that important to her; and it made a lasting impression on me. Though I hadn't seen her in years, Kristen was an amazing person, and she will be missed. May her beloved memory be eternal.
Jo-Ann Garvey
April 4, 2020
My deepest sympathies to Kristen family.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I volunteered at the Hanover Theater with Kristen for seven years. It was always a pleasure.
Jo-Ann Garvey
Karee Hagan
April 3, 2020
I will miss your wit and sarcasm my friend! Rest In Peace.
Jennifer O'Neil
April 3, 2020
My condolences to David, Cassie, Mike, Kim, Lisa, Laurie, Sandie and Stephanie. Lots of love to all of you. We will all miss Kristen greatly. She was a beautiful person inside and out with so much love for her family. I so wish I could give you all a big hug right now.
With love,
Cousin Jen
April 3, 2020
Dear Boosahda Family,
it is truly sad news to hear that Kristen has passed. She will be greatly missed! There is joy in knowing that her life is eternal. She is living in God's world and is held in the palm of His hands.
May you be comforted knowing that she is safe and well.
The darkness at this time, will give way to the light of the future.
God bless you all.
Kathy, Ashley, and Chelsea Dill
April 3, 2020
So sorry for the loss of our dear cousin Kristen. May she be at
Peace in the arms of the lord. Memory eternal
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