Barbara L. Boser

Honorable Barbara L. Boser, 82, formerly of Fairview Heights, Bradford, passed away on Saturday, October 22, 2022, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
 
Barbara was born on October 30, 1939, in Bradford. She was a daughter of the late Louis and Kathryn (Sayers) Curcio.  She graduated from Bradford Area High School in 1957 and throughout the years enjoyed making memories with her fellow classmates.  

Barbara served as Magisterial District Judge for District 48-3-03 for 18 years, retiring in 2006.

Community service was a core passion of hers. She was the recipient of both the YWCA Victims Resource Center Community Collaboration Award (2005) and YWCA Women's Leadership Award which honored her commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. She was a Zonta Club member for many years and enjoyed helping with their community service efforts.

She was a former member of the St. Patrick Church in Limestone until its closing. At St. Patrick Church, she was a steadfast volunteer, including chair of the annual Lawn Fete and catechism teacher. She was a current member of St. Francis of Assisi Church.  She loved her family and was a loyal friend to many. She was an avid doll collector and recently donated her collection for the benefit of the Friendship Table. Barb also adored her cats.

Surviving are her children, Robert (Sarah Viglietta) Boser, Mary Boser, Jeffery (Laurie Maletto) Boser, and Lisa (Phil) Miller, all of Bradford, five grandchildren, Stephen (Rachana Lanka) Boser, Jessica (Jesse) Wright, Katie (Brian Chapman) Boser, Phillip Boser and Molly Boser, three great grandchildren, Holden Chapman, Makenzie Northeimer, and Oliver Chapman, one sister, Elizabeth Stayer, three sisters-in-laws, Gayle Curcio, Shirley Boser, and Rose Boser, and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Karen Sica, one brother, Anthony Chris Curcio, one daughter-in-law, Vicki Boser, one niece, Noelle Curcio, and her former husband, Brian Boser.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 372 East Main Street. Friends are also invited to attend Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday at 11:00 am in St. Francis Church. Burial will follow at St. Bernard Cemetery.

Memorial contributions if desired may be made to CARE for Children, Pink Pumpkin Project, or the Bradford Area United Way.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com.

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

To Barbara''s Family: We were sorry to hear of your mom''s passing. She was a lovely woman. Our sympathy, Roger and Joyce Geis
— Roger and Joyce Geis

To the family of Mrs. Boser, I am sorry to hear of your Mom''s passing. I enjoyed seeing her at the BEH while visiting my Dad. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Take care and God bless. Toni Magnetti
— Toni Magnetti

The mass was beautiful for your mother. She will rest in eternity and knows her beautiful family will be good together here on earth. Good memories of cousin Barb and loved her dearly. My mom(Shirley Fabiano loved her also and enjoyed special times with her before she passed eleven years ago. God Bless all our family and keep our love for one another whether near or far.
— Shelley(Fabiano)Dush

Our heartfelt condolences to Bob, Jeff, Mary, Lisa and family for your loss. Our prayers are with you, and we all miss our children''s US grandma.
— - Lanka family (Balaji-Sree, Jay-Rama & children)

Mary and family, So sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
— Gordon Sapko

Mary and family, Sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you and your family.
— Celinda Austin-Strick

Our sincerest condolences on the passing of your mother. May God wrap his arms around you all during this difficult time.
— Fred and Vera Cloud

Dear Mary & family. We are very sorry about your loss. We are thinking of you and your families. We hope your memories help your hearts heal.
— Heather & Jeff Ward

Condolences to Barb''s family. She was a great DJ-firm but fair. She was an even greater person and friend.
— Carl Milks

Dear Bob and Sarah, I''m very sorry on the loss of your mother. "I grieve with thee."
— Terri S Viglietta

So sorry for Barbs family. She was a great individual.
— Joyce Kelley

Our sincere condolences to all the family. -David & Kathy Boser and family
— David & Kathy Boser

Lisa, Our Sincere Condolences to you & your Family. Praying for you All????
— Anita & Bill Cady

Mary, Lisa, Jeff, Bob and family, so sorry to hear of your Mom''s passing. May you keep the fun and loving memories close,. Mrs. Boser fly high with all of the angels.
— Barb Burgess

Our sincere sympathy to your family during this difficult time. May your loving and cherished memories of your beautiful mother bring you peace and comfort. GOD bless your family. Rest In Peace Mrs. Boser in paradise.
— Marty & Kris Sapko

Rest in peace Barb. Old friends are good people are gone to soon.. Fondly Judy Keenan
— JUDY KEENAN

Lisa and family. My heartfelt condolences are sent your way. I cleaned house for your mom several years back. She was a very kind, caring, and compassionate person.
— Laura Patrick Graham

To the family of Barb. So sorry for your loss. She will be greatly missed. May God bless.
— Suzie and Larry Fox.

Blessed to know Barbara, my condolences to the entire Boser Family
— Cassandra Ludwig

We are sorry to hear of your loss.
— Stoney,Becky,Max,Michael Greenberg

Condolences

  • To Barbara''s Family: We were sorry to hear of your mom''s passing. She was a lovely woman. Our sympathy, Roger and Joyce Geis

    — Roger and Joyce Geis
  • To the family of Mrs. Boser, I am sorry to hear of your Mom''s passing. I enjoyed seeing her at the BEH while visiting my Dad. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Take care and God bless. Toni Magnetti

    — Toni Magnetti
  • The mass was beautiful for your mother. She will rest in eternity and knows her beautiful family will be good together here on earth. Good memories of cousin Barb and loved her dearly. My mom(Shirley Fabiano loved her also and enjoyed special times with her before she passed eleven years ago. God Bless all our family and keep our love for one another whether near or far.

    — Shelley(Fabiano)Dush
  • Our heartfelt condolences to Bob, Jeff, Mary, Lisa and family for your loss. Our prayers are with you, and we all miss our children''s US grandma.

    — - Lanka family (Balaji-Sree, Jay-Rama & children)
  • Mary and family, So sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

    — Gordon Sapko