In loving memory of

Jan Kathleen "Kitty"
June 30, 1953 - February 2, 2007

Survived by her sisters and brothers-in-law, Lori and Charlie Smith of Cowan, Kristy and Bill Thorne of Hendersonville; nephews, Travis and Evan Hawkins; nieces, Alissa and Erica Rawls. Survivors also include her many treasured friends. At her request, her cremains will be placed with her late husbands, Percell C. (Bud) Boise and Stephen B. Gaw. A portion of her cremains will be scattered on the St. John's River (Deland, FL), a place she truly loved. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Cowan Fellowship Church "Kitty Gaw" Memorial Fund, 609 E. Cumberland Street, Cowan, TN 37318 or Susan G. Komen for the Cure, 5005 LBJ Fwy, Ste 250, Dallas, TX 75244. Memorial service to be conducted 4 PM Tuesday, February 6, 2007 at the Cowan Fellowship Church.

Tributes

Michael Dyer wrote on Feb 9, 2007:

"I am a better person for having Kitty in my life. She was a dedicated, tireless and loving friend to my mother. Kitty made you laugh and had a bright outlook on life. She was rich in friends. While we miss her greatly, I am comforted that she had a relationship with Christ that now has her in a much better place. We love you Kitty."

Michael Dyer wrote on Feb 9, 2007:

"I am a better person for having Kitty in my life. She was a dedicated, tireless and loving friend to my mother. Kitty made you laugh and had a bright outlook on life. She was rich in friends. While we miss her greatly, I am comforted that she had a relationship with Christ that now has her in a much better place. We love you Kitty."

Beth Drummonds wrote on Feb 8, 2007:

"Kitty was a dear friend and will be remembered with love and smiles."

Robin Page Lucas wrote on Feb 8, 2007:

"I am so sorry for your loss. Kitty was a great friend to my dad and Shirley and always very thoughtful of my family too. Her passing is a sore loss to everyone who knew her. I will do a Susan G. Komen race for the cure this year in her honor. Most Sincerely, Robin Lucas"

Joyce and Everett Fortin wrote on Feb 8, 2007:

"We only knew Kitty for a short period of time, but she was dear to our hearts. She was a very close friend of Everett's daughter in DeLand who we lost 2 years ago. We know she is in a happier place now and free of pain. She meant so much to so many people and she will be sorely missed."

Beth Drummonds wrote on Feb 8, 2007:

"Kitty was a dear friend and will be remembered with love and smiles."

Robin Page Lucas wrote on Feb 8, 2007:

"I am so sorry for your loss. Kitty was a great friend to my dad and Shirley and always very thoughtful of my family too. Her passing is a sore loss to everyone who knew her. I will do a Susan G. Komen race for the cure this year in her honor. Most Sincerely, Robin Lucas"

Joyce and Everett Fortin wrote on Feb 8, 2007:

"We only knew Kitty for a short period of time, but she was dear to our hearts. She was a very close friend of Everett's daughter in DeLand who we lost 2 years ago. We know she is in a happier place now and free of pain. She meant so much to so many people and she will be sorely missed."

Joe & Shirley Page wrote on Feb 7, 2007:

"We felt like Kitty was part of our family. She was always such a positive person...her glass was always half full. She was a delight to be with and always made us laugh. She was kind, generous and loving...she had a "Good Heart". Through good and bad times she was always there to lend a shoulder or share a laugh. We will miss her desperately. When we look into the nite sky filled with bright stars we will always think of her."

Joe & Shirley Page wrote on Feb 7, 2007:

"We felt like Kitty was part of our family. She was always such a positive person...her glass was always half full. She was a delight to be with and always made us laugh. She was kind, generous and loving...she had a "Good Heart". Through good and bad times she was always there to lend a shoulder or share a laugh. We will miss her desperately. When we look into the nite sky filled with bright stars we will always think of her."

Adele J Price wrote on Feb 6, 2007:

"Kitty made an enormous impact in my life. She was truly a very special person. Her heart was made of gold and her smile was like sunshine, and her laugh was contagious. We shared many many good times, as well as some not so good times, together. I will miss her very much and I will smile when I remember her spirit. I know that she is at peace among the angels. She will always be with me. Adele"

Diane Zeidwig wrote on Feb 6, 2007:

"My memories of Kitty are summed up int he word " alive". Kitty had spirit, playfulness, generosity. thoughtfulness, enthusiasm and kindness. Everyone who knew her was energized. She will be sadly missed. My condolences to the family. Diane Zeidwig and family"

Arleen Weintraub wrote on Feb 6, 2007:

"My deepest sympathy to Kitty's family. I will never forget celebrating Kitty's birthday in Deland when we performed our water ballet for her & how she squealed and clapped in delight for us!"

Sue Whittaker wrote on Feb 6, 2007:

"You are in prayers today (and everyday) and please know I'm there in spirit. God Bless You, Sue"

Adele J Price wrote on Feb 6, 2007:

"Kitty made an enormous impact in my life. She was truly a very special person. Her heart was made of gold and her smile was like sunshine, and her laugh was contagious. We shared many many good times, as well as some not so good times, together. I will miss her very much and I will smile when I remember her spirit. I know that she is at peace among the angels. She will always be with me. Adele"

Diane Zeidwig wrote on Feb 6, 2007:

"My memories of Kitty are summed up int he word " alive". Kitty had spirit, playfulness, generosity. thoughtfulness, enthusiasm and kindness. Everyone who knew her was energized. She will be sadly missed. My condolences to the family. Diane Zeidwig and family"

Arleen Weintraub wrote on Feb 6, 2007:

"My deepest sympathy to Kitty's family. I will never forget celebrating Kitty's birthday in Deland when we performed our water ballet for her & how she squealed and clapped in delight for us!"

Sue Whittaker wrote on Feb 6, 2007:

"You are in prayers today (and everyday) and please know I'm there in spirit. God Bless You, Sue"

Cindy Davis wrote on Feb 5, 2007:

"Our deepest sympathies to all of you in the loss of our dear Kitty. We loved her zest for life, her laugh and her giving heart. Please know that even though we cannot be there Tuesday, our prayers are with you. Love, Cindy and Robert Davis"

Cindy Davis wrote on Feb 5, 2007:

"Our deepest sympathies to all of you in the loss of our dear Kitty. We loved her zest for life, her laugh and her giving heart. Please know that even though we cannot be there Tuesday, our prayers are with you. Love, Cindy and Robert Davis"