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Kathy Wood Obituary
Known by most people as "Girlfriend," Kathy was born Nov. 20, 1958 in New London, a daughter of the late John Duncan Dart and Barbara (Tsemelis) Dart. Kathy graduated from Fitch High School in Groton, in 1978 and married Doug Dec. 1, 1991.
Kathy was a waitress for 45 years. Due to Doug's changing duty stations, she worked in Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. Most recently, Kathy worked at Skip's, Jessie's Place, and Chelmsford Diner. Kathy also loved to help with fund raising and was known as the Queen of raffle ticket sales.
She touched everyone's heart she ever met, and her infectious laugh would make anyone's day brighter.
Kathy is survived by her husband, Doug Wood; her sons, Robert Fournier and Christopher Fournier; as well as her brother Dino Dart; and sisters, Paula Dart and Thelma Hunter (Rick).
Kathy is sadly predeceased by her parents, Duncan and Barbara; and her brother Kenneth Dart.
Family and friends will gather to honor and remember Kathy for a period of visitation from 10 until 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 13, 2019, in the Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church, 25 Father John Sarantos Way, Lowell, Mass. Her funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. with interment to follow in Westlawn Cemetery, New Estate Road, Littleton.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Kathy's name to: Massachusetts Veterans of Foreign Wars Foundation, 24 Beacon St. Suite 546-1, Boston, MA 02133
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Ellen Andre
December 14, 2019
So sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. I only knew her as a kind, pleasant server wherever she worked. Rest in peace.
December 13, 2019
So very sorry to hear off Kathy's passing.
I am quite the regular at the Chelmsford Diner, mostly because of Kathy
What a great lady, always smiling, and most definitely a quick witty comeback .
You will be missed!
May you be at peace.
Donna
Christopher Hartzell
December 13, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you! May Kathy be at peace! With Love! Crowne Plaza Boston - Woburn & Scoreboard Sports Bar & Grill
Diane Farrar
December 12, 2019
Sending my condolences and prayers to Doug and Kathy's entire family and friends!
Rest in Peace Kathy!
Gail Young
December 11, 2019
I am so heartbroken by the news of Kathy's passing, I will miss her smiles, the laughs and jokes we shared at Chelms diner. Prayers to her family and friends, rest in peace
Mike & Lee Davidson
December 11, 2019
Our sincere condolences to Doug and family on this sudden and difficult passing. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this extremely difficult time.
Marie Eng
December 11, 2019
Sincerest Condolences
Dick and Marie Eng
David ONeil
December 11, 2019
So sorry for your loss, prayers up for the family.
December 11, 2019
Kathy was a very special waitress that my girlfriends and I enjoyed getting to know every Thursday morning at the Diner. Rest in Peace dear Kathy!
Timothy Sexton
December 10, 2019
She was a wonderful lady ! I got to know her by going to the Chelmsford diner ! So sorry for your loss ,boyfriend !
Alice and John Harrington
December 10, 2019
To Kathy's husband sons all her family and friends my husband and I often go to the Chelmsford Diner and we loved having her as our waitress
We also spent many meals in Skips and Later in Jessie's place
We were Very Very Sad to hear of Kathy's passing
She will be Missed Very Much by All who came in contact with her
Our prayers are with the family at this extremely difficult time
May her memory be eternal
Erin Considine
December 10, 2019
My condolences to Doug and, the family. I worked with kathy at chelmsford diner. She was the best. Always talked about her husband. She was a sweetheart and, a hot ticket.Always had everyone laughing . I'm so sorry , my heartbreaks for you. May you rest in the sweetest peace kathy .
Tami Staehle
December 10, 2019
Girlfriend I'm going to miss you. Haven't seen y in a while. I'll never forget you..so sorry for ur loss Doug,Paula Thelma and the boy's....love u girlfriend..
Carol & Joe Radecki
December 10, 2019
Doug,
we will always remember all the good times @ Subvets and all the picnics, and the pig roast at your place in Groton- also when us girls did the Fathers Day Buffet at the club- we had so much fun- making memories-
Doug, our hearts go out to you, she will be missed by all that knew her
Dave/Peggy Josselyn/Day
December 10, 2019
Deep Condolences from Peggy and I! Dave Josselyn/Peggy Day
marlene Cote
December 10, 2019
Kathy was a great waitress! She will be missed. So sorry for your loss.
Bruce Berger
December 10, 2019
We already miss our favorite Chelmsford waitress! Our condolences to her work family.
Keith and Lisa Jackson
December 10, 2019
Thinking of you sending you love and prayers!
Jimmy Williams
December 9, 2019
Rest in Peace Kathy. I haven't heard from you in awhile and had wondered what had happened to you. Ill never forget you. I still have the Red Friday shirt you sent me. So sorry for your loss Doug. She was a jewel. She made an impression on everyone she met. Even me in Oklahoma.
Heather Storm
December 9, 2019
To Doug & Kathy's family,
What a profound loss. The devilish twinkle in her eyes and the contagious laugh and giggle will be dearly missed. She loved her family and friends deeply, was an outstanding cook and all around great Girlfriend! Here's hoping that the many, many happy memories quickly help heal her loss. God Speed Girlfriend
Ken Large
December 9, 2019
Linda and I send our sincerest condolences to all of Kathy's family. I know both of her sons and Christopher (Hot Dog) worked for me many years. Both men adored their mom. My heart goes out to them and hope their memories will ease the sting of losing her.
BONNIE JACKSON Keith Jackson's Mom
December 9, 2019
I am sorry for your loss, Doug.
Anne
December 9, 2019
I worked with Kathy in Chelmsford, was stunned. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Will always miss her laugh.
Michael Markey
December 9, 2019
Our deepest condolences Doug.
Natalie and Duke Call
December 9, 2019
Our deepest sympathies for the passing of Kathy. She always had a smile on her face as big as her heart. May Her Memory Be Eternal!
Jim & Joan Stearns
December 9, 2019
Our hearts go out to Robert, Christopher, Doug, Paula, Dino & Thelma - and your families. Kathy was always so much fun to be with and just laugh. May her memory be eternal, and may you find comfort in the memories.
Scot Lavoie
December 9, 2019
My heart hurts. Kathy will be missed. She touched many lives, including my own. Whether through tears or laughter, she will be remembered. An Angel among us now, rest in peace...
Dee Cymbura
December 8, 2019
I worked with Kathy for many years at skips and then at Jessies..She always had a smile on her face and made us laugh. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Laurie Taylor
December 8, 2019
Such a wonderful person! Much sorrow for family and friends. She will be greatly missed.
Laurie, Robin, and Rachel Taylor
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