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On Saturday, May 2, 2020, Cora Kathleen Boulter, known as “Kay” passed away peacefully at Northumberland Hills Hospital in her 85th year after a prolonged illness.
Kay was born to parents, Cora and Tom Juniper in Toronto, Ontario. Kay married Bob (Robert) in 1957. They raised four children while job transfers moved them from Geraldton to Toronto, Sault Ste. Marie, back to Toronto, onto Richmond Hill, then settling down for retirement in Cobourg in 1990.
Kay loved raising her children, meeting people and making friends. She held positions in the banking industry, secretarial, apparel and jewelry retail service besides having a craft business for over 20 years. She was always involved - organizing events & volunteering. In the last few years, Kay could be spotted at a Red Hat function or maybe helping at Petticoat Lane, walking with her good friend, George, playing board games at Friendship Group or perhaps calling bingo at the Palisades or Rosewood Estates or even selling her hand painted cards at a show. Kay also enjoyed having all her family together, and would organize the ‘potluck’ to see all her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren and more for many Christmases and Easters together.
Predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Kay leaves behind her only sibling, dear sister and friend, Ruth Cooke of Barrie and nephews; Tom (Doreen) and Clayton. She will be dearly missed by her good friend, George Shirton and his sons, Doug and Jeff.
Kay’s children; Ken (Lilia–pre-deceased), Karen (Art), Kelly (Michael) and Robert “George“ (Stephanie) mourn her loss as well as grandchildren; Mark (Amberlea), Michele (Chad), Christine (Jay), Jacquie (T.J.), Stephanie (Stacey), Brandon (Madison) and Katelyn. She will also not be forgotten in the hearts of her great-grandchildren; Jillian, Parker, Fletcher and Finnegan as she shared many crafty ideas with them.
Due to the restrictions of the coronavirus pandemic, the family has opted for a private funeral service.
A Celebration of Life is being planned for the near future and Kay’s wishes are that we all attend, share some good food, stories and laughter. Please watch for notice of this in the local papers and while you are waiting, jot down a story or two to share about Kay and your friendship so we can all share a smile.
In lieu of flowers, a donation in Kay’s memory to the Northumberland Fare Share Foodbank (Cobourg) or Northumberland Humane Society would be greatly appreciated.
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Kelly, Stephanie & Mike I’m so sorry to for your loss. Please know I’m thinking if you. My sincere condolences Dawn
To all Kay’s children & grandchildren, our most sincere condolences & big hugs & lots of prayers. We met your Mom & Dad many years ago when they became our backyard neighbours, us on Thomas St. & them on Meredith Cres. We became friends & made many memories & when we moved to Tweed, stayed in touch but not enough. It’s awesome to have good memories to cherish & things that remind us of them so often.
Our sympathy to all the family Colleen&,Murray simon and family
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Dear George and Stephanie, We are so very sorry and sad to hear of Kay's passing. It is really difficult to lose a mother but she'll live forever beside your father in every fond memory. She had a wonderfully full life and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Deepest sympathy and love to you both and the entire family, Mom and Dad
I am sorry she had to leave. I hope to have a life like hers. Remember that your friends are here waiting.
I want to convey my condolences to the family on the passing of Kay. She was a good friend and we shared many hours of exercise and hobbies together. I will miss her.
John Pegg May5. My sincere condolences to Ken, Kelly, Karen, George and their extended families. Your mother was always my favourite cousin.p I will never forget all the fun times we enjoyed over our younger lives as we visited back a forth and all the great family times as we gathered for Christmas and most holidays, Kay loved her family and I know that she will never be forgotten, Sincerely Cousin John
Bob & l bowled in the same league as Kay for a number of years & most recently our paths crossed again here at Rosewood Estates along with her sister Ruth. Kay was a lovely person & we enjoyed having a chat with Geo. & Kay over dinner here. She will be greatly missed. Bob & Joan
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Our condolences to Kay's extended family. We have known Kay for many years, she was a dedicated member and leader in the Cobourg Seniors' Activity Centre. With our deepest Sympathy
Thank you, Kay, for being my special friend.
I only knew Kay a short time but she was a wonderful lady with a strong sense of family, community and giving back. I will miss her on our Saturday morning shifts at Petticoat Lane. God bless and Godspeed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Kelly and all the family. She was a great Lady and will be missed
Sincere condolences to Kay's family... Was so very sad to hear of her passing. I will always remember her happy smiling face Saturday mornings during our shift at "Petticoat Lane". She was such a positive and joyous person with a big heart.
I am so sorry and sad to learn of my dear “Red Hat” friend Kay...I called her Katey...has passed. Always a lady and always so much fun. We certainly will miss her in our “Ruby Red Rebels” RedHat group. Please let me know when the celebration of life is, as our group would like to attend in our red hats.
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My sincere condolences to Kay's family . I will miss Kay's smiling face at Petticoat Lane and our Red Hat group and I will treasure the beautiful hand made Get Well and Christmas cards that I received from her. Her art work and photographs were lovely and a reflection of her personality.
Kelly, Mike and family. Our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you for comfort in your great loss.
Sincere Condolences to Ken and his entire Family. Sue Wood
Dear Boulter Family, I first met Kay through her husband, Bob. I was always amazed with her involvement in so many activities. Kay always remained busy and always with a smile on her face. I met up with her later in life when she came to Rosewood, and she was still very much on the go. There she became good friends with George. You are in my thoughts and prayers. To a life well-lived, Kay ... ~Rest In Peace~ Sincere condolences, Bryan and Verna Marjoram
Deepest condolences to the extended family. I know that Kay will be missed. She was a kind and generous person. I knew her through the art group that met at St Peter's Court. She was happy to share her knowledge and encouragement. May God continue to bless each of you, and comfort you with the many happy memories you share. Sheila Irwin
I am so sorry to here of Kay passing. Kay shopped in the ladies clothing store that I manage and was a model many times for our fashion shows. Kay was a wonderful kind soul and we will miss her.
So sorry and sad to hear Kay has passed away. We worked together at Petticoat Lane on many a Saturday morning. Kay had a lovely smile, was a favourite of the customers as she looked after them so well. She had an eye for colour and fashion, always looked well turned out as they say, and her customers would seek her advice when choosing clothing and accessories. Such a valued member of the team. We will miss you Kay. Alma Draper Petticoat Lane.
I am so saddened to learn of Kay's passing. She was a dynamo! I met her first at Palisades and then looked forward to chatting with her at Petticoat Lane. Such a kind woman. Such a generous spirit...giving of her time and her heart. May she rest in peace. My sincere condolences to Kay's family, friends and all who loved her.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
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A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
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So sad to hear about Kay, she was a true inspiration and I for one was very fortunate to have met her when first coming to Cobourg in 2012 when she held her fitness classes at the CCC - still miss her classes. Kay was one of the kindest people you would ever want to meet. Rest in peace Kay you will be missed. Elaine