Kathleen Dorothy Boston

Kathleen Corson Boston, a longtime resident of North Berwick, passed away on July 20, 2024. She was born on June 4, 1926 in Rochester, NH to Leon and Hazel (Ricker) Corson.  Kathleen grew up with older brother, Gerald, and younger sister, Pauline.  She graduated from Spaulding High School in Rochester, NH, and then attended McIntosh Business College in Dover, NH.

Kathleen had a very dear friend, Adrienne, who introduced Kathleen to her future husband, Carlton (Joe) Boston.  Kathleen and Joe later wed on April 6, 1947.   Along with Adrienne and her husband, Joe, the four of them remained lifelong friends.

Kathleen worked as a bookkeeper for many years at PR Boston Paving and Tilcon Warren in North Berwick.  And she  loved spending time with family and friends.  She was very kind and would always greet you with a smile.

She, Joe, family and friends  enjoyed many summers vacationing on Sebago Lake.  During the winter, they would enjoy snowmobiling throughout Southern Maine, often having a cookout on the trail.

During retirement, she and Joe spent many winters at their home in Zephyrhills, Florida.  Kathleen loved to travel.  They went on several trips out West, noting her favorite destination was Hawaii. 

She attended Bethel Christian Church, and often went to lunch with her fellow church friends. She also enjoyed time spent with her cousins, especially Lola Ann.  She appreciated their thoughtfulness and attention given to her over the years.  

Kathleen loved to swim, and would often attend swim sessions at The Works with another dear friend, Norma.  Kathleen enjoyed the camaraderie she found with all her friends swimming at the pool. They would often gather for coffee and snacks afterwards, and celebrate each others’ birthdays.  That brought her great joy.

Kathleen will be remembered for her love of family and enjoying get-togethers.  Kathleen was a good cook, and her apple pie and bread stuffing were favorite requests,  particularly around the holidays.

Kathleen is predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Carlton (Joe); her brother, Gerald, and her sister, Pauline. She is survived by her two daughters, Carol Doiron and her husband, Robert; Nancy Durocher and her husband, Larry; and two sons, Robert Boston and his wife, Patricia; and Jay Boston and his wife, Priscille; eight grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.

A celebration of her life will be held at Johnson Funeral Home in North Berwick, Maine on Saturday, July 27, 2024.  Visiting hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., with a service following.  Burial will take place at Hillside Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family would like to request a donation to:  Wentworth Hospice 9 Andrews Road, Somersworth, New Hampshire 03878

Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home, North Berwick, Maine.  Condolences may be expressed at www.JohnsonFuneralHomeME.com

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