Gwendolyn M. Boustead

April 17, 1925 - January 12, 2016

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Simpson Funeral Home

1119 Washington Avenue

Monaca , PA 15061

(724) 728-4000 |

Gwendolyn M. ‘Grannie’ Boustead, 90, a longtime resident of Raccoon Township, went home to be the Lord on Tuesday, January 12, 2016. Her passing occurred at her residence.Born April 17, 1925, in Aliquippa, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Gwendolyn King. After graduation from Aliquippa High School, Gwendolyn was united in marriage to William D. Boustead who preceded her in death on February 20, 1975. As a homemaker, a large part of her life was devoted to her family, in particular, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who will greatly miss her.She leaves to mourn her loss a son, William (Sherry) Boustead and their five children, Tommy (Heather) Sosebee, Jessica (Bill) Viscuso, Paul (Bobbie) Boustead, Ian (Samantha) Boustead and Abby (Joe) Benscoter; two daughters, Terry (Phil) Flint and their three daughters, Laura (Ben) Kachmar, Emily Flint and Cara Bombadier and Kim (Tom) Shirley and their two children, Tim (Ashlee) Shirley and Theresa Shirley; 19 great-grandchildren; one expected great-grandchild and a sister, Mabel Padgett.In addition to her husband and parents, Gwendolyn was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Renee Shirley; a grandson, Eric Boustead and two brothers, William and Arthur King.Per the family’s wishes there will be no visitation or services. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to those people who thought well of Gwendolyn.To share online condolences, get directions and other information, please visit simpsonfuneralhome.com.

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I am sorry for your loss of a very special and kind lady. Gwenie was my great Aunt. I remember Gwenie with fond memories at all of my families backyard BBQs, graduation parties and weddings. She was always smiling and laughing. My God bless her and may we all carry her light of happiness in our hearts.

Terry,I was saddened to hear of your Mom's death. I have many find memories of spending time at your house and she was always most welcoming - and so crafty:). You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sending our condolences and will be praying.

The Lord be with you and your family Bill.God BlessBill & Ruth Mercer

I am deeply sorry for your loss. Aunt Gwennie was a special woman who took delight in interacting with children. I remember the days at Raccoon State Park, she tried (in vain) to teach me to swim and was always the happiest person in the room. I imagine she is once again playing cards with Aunt Margaret, Dottie and my mom and brother. She will remain in my heart and all who knew her. Billy, Terry and Kim please know I am thinking of you all.

Planning ahead is prudent. Call us now.

Terry, Kim, Billy......your Mother made so many wonderful memories for us all. Her generation knew how to have a good time.....from vacations to Canada....to weekly picnics at Raccoon State Park.....to Thanksgiving dinners with the whole family,....to playing every kind of cards. Your Mother (they used to call her Gwenie May, led the pack in fashion....she wore the very high healed/platform shoes in the 40s - 50s that they are wearing on the 'red carpet' today. She not only dressed to the max herself, but I loved it when she would dress Bob & I up and take us to the "big city" Pittsburgh. There are many, many wonderful stories, and I never will forget her laugh and happy attitude. I know you, your children, and their children will truly miss her. We all will carry on her memory by remembering the special times with her.....and also will remember special times with your Dad (He let me drive his Corvette when I was 16 years old was one of those special times). My prayers are with all of you.

Aunt Gweny was always such a great person to be around. While we were growing up she was fun and caring of all of us (nieces and nephews). We spent summer picnics with all the fam at Raccoon Park, numerous Thanksgivings, and several Boustead family Canadian vacations, stories abound!! many years ago. Since we've all grown up and established families and grands of our own, we've sadly lost touch, and I missed that. We share our warmest sympathy to all of her family. She was a twinkling star in my family memories. Love, Mary Ann

Aunt gwenie was always the "fun" aunt. She was great at entertaining kids & she tried her best to teach us to swim. So sorry for your loss. Hope she is playing cards with my mom & dot.

My deepest sympathy on the loss of your sweet, sweet Mother. They say there are no coincidences in life. On Wednesday, I was thinking about your Mom and I went into my Mom's address book to look up her birthday because my Mom had always sent her a birthday card and I wanted to do the same. Your Mom was such a nice person and I am sorry for your loss.

Our deepest regards for all the families, She was very special and I will have the fondest memories of a beautiful person. God bless Ron Padgett and family

My sincere condolences to all of Gwens family. She loved deeply and was deeply loved. I will always remember you Gwen. Rest in peace

One of the sweetest people I ever worked with just a lovely person

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.