Christopher Genovese
May 28, 2016
CHRISTOPHER GENOVESE – of Woburn, May 28th, 30 years of age. Dearly beloved son of Gary J. and Katie C. (Carver) Genovese of Woburn. Loving brother of Dan Genovese of Moscow, Jessie K. Mayes and her husband Bryan of Newton. Also survived by many devoted aunts, uncles and cousins. A Funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn on Friday, June 3rd at 10:15 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Barbara’s Church, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn at 11:30 a.m. Interment is private. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to calling hours at the Funeral Home, Thursday, 4-8 p.m. Remembrances may be made in Christopher’s memory to the Casey Washburn Fund, C/O Eastern Bank Acct # 00404176695 405 Paradise Rd, Swampscott, MA 01907. This fund has been established for the greater good of those suffering from substance abuse.
OBITUARY:
Christopher “Geno” Genovese of Woburn, passed away Saturday, May 28th, at the age of thirty. Chris is the beloved son of Gary J., and Katie (Carver) Genovese of Woburn.
Chris attended Woburn Public Schools until the eighth grade, then moved on to Governor Dummer Academy in Byfield. There he captained both the hockey and football teams, playing varsity golf as well.
Christopher graduated from Assumption College in 2009, where he majored in business and was also the captain of the hockey team.
Chris continued his love of golf and hockey while beginning his career at Molding and Millwork in Northborough.
In addition to his parents, Chris will be deeply missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Chris was a fun loving person with a great zest for life.
Chris is lovingly survived by his parents, Gary and Kate Genovese of Woburn, loving siblings Dan Genovese of Moscow and Jessie Mayes and her husband Bryan of Newton. Also survived by many devoted aunts, uncles and cousins who will miss him dearly along with his faithful and devoted dog Frankie.
A Funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn on Friday, June 3rd at 10:15 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Barbara’s Church, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn at 11:30 a.m. Interment is private. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to calling hours at the Funeral Home, Thursday, June 2nd from 4-8 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Casey Washburn Fund c/o Eastern Bank, 405 Paradise Rd, Swampscott, MA 01907.
This fund has been established for the greater good of those suffering from substance abuse.
Katie and Gary,
We are so sorry to hear about your son Chris.
Our thoughts and prayers are with at this very difficult time.
Peace be with you.
Irene and Joe Simas
Dear Kate and Gary,
I am so sorry about your son’s passing. My heart and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time. My family has also been stricken by this most tragic, misunderstood disease. I will keep Christopher in my thoughts.
Arlene Dalo Williamson
Words cannot begin to express how truly sorry I am to all grieving this tragic loss. He was a wonderful and kind person. May you find comfort in the happy memories of him.
My condolences,
Danielle Bergeron
Dearest Kate and Gary and family,
While the loss of a loved one is never easy, it is most certainly the hardest when they are taken from us too soon.
We offer our sincere condolence and deepest sympathy on your loss. May the outpouring of love and sympathy and kind acts of your family and friends comfort and help you all through this difficult time.
May your beloved Christopher rest in God’s gracious and eternal love and peace.
Love and Prayers,
Janice and Peter O’Rourke
Kate n Gary, I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m out in Westfield til Sat. With Charlie. He’s in rehab. As we had discussed before we’ll get together soon. Call me.
Hugs, Anne
We are so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to the Genovese family and all those who suffer.
The Blanchette Family
To Geno’s family and friends, I am truly sorry to hear of his passing. My most heartfelt condolences to all of you that are grieving his loss. I have fond memories of Geno; his infectious smile and kind soul will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace.
Sincere condolences,
Lisa Maggiacomo (Magg)
To the Genovese Family:
My heart breaks for you. Our son, Brian, always said that Chris was one of the nicest kids he met at GDA and he always looked up to him.
Chris’ struggles are over but no one dies as long as we remember them.
Thinking of you at this very difficult time.
Love,
Linda and Roger Day
Kate,
Wishing you peace and comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
You and your family will be in my prayers.
Mary Sullivan
Kate I am so sorry for your loss. The world. Is crazy place. Parents should say never. You and your family ou in my paryers
No words can express my sympathy for you and your family. May you find peace in knowing that your beautiful son is no longer fighting the demons!
Dear Katie and family. Your loss is terrible
and your hearts are broken. Chris left this earth much too soon. His spirit will live on in all of you and he will be a guardian angel forever. I am so sorry and please know that we share in your grief. Love, Sharon Gallagher
Dear Gary and Kate, George and I are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Deb & George Routhier
Jessie Mayes
My sweet, sweet baby brother. You have left this earth much too soon. No words can ever describe how much I love you and your spirit. Your smile, laugh, and mere presence lit up any room you walked into. Thank you for being the amazing human being you were. Your big heart and willingness to help others will live on as I will use it in my daily work as a social worker. You and are were two peas in a pod and I will find ways to honor your memory everyday. I love you Geno. May you finally be at peace. It’s your job now to watch over me.
So sorry for your loss, Chris will be missed.
Tanya Trujillo
My sincere condolences to his close friends and family. I have nothing but great memories of the Genoveses. RIP.
Rich Gangi
Geno, gonna miss you buddy. Love ya big guy.
-ski
I am so so saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are and will continue to be with all of you.
Maureen Comeiro