Brittany Louise Boivin

Albany, NY Brittany Louise Boivin, the beloved daughter of Brad and Beth Boivin, passed away on Thursday, June 24th, 2021. She was born on May 21st, 1991, at the Albany Medical Center. Brittney attended the St. Pius X school in Loudonville and the Academy of the Holy Names (class of 2009) in Albany. She was a hard-working honors student who received several awards and recognitions. Brittney had a talent for singing, acting, and theater and preformed in several regional theaters. Her experience and dedication to her craft earned her a spot in Carnegie Mellon University's School of Drama. Words fall short of capturing Brittany's essence. She was sensitive, perceptive , fearless, adventurous, and spiritual. She earned her Yoga teaching certificate from the Kripalu Institute, moved cross country, hiked national parks, modeled, danced at concerts, spoiled her cats, baked the best cakes and cookies, and shared a special bond with her nephew. Brittany was empathetic and very much wanted to help create a more compassionate world. She was happiest when she was taking care of others, her life's work was performing random acts of kindness. Brittney loved deeply and knew how deeply she was loved. Brittney was predeceased by many beloved relatives and friends including her grandparents, Bob and Barbara Boivin; and her cousin Brian Crouch. Left to honor her spirit are her adoring parents, Brad and Beth Boivin; devoted brother Ben Boivin; sister-in-law Lauren Buckles; nephew Beck Boivin; grandparents Ed and Barbara Smith; aunts and uncles, Barbara Boivin and Tim Parker, Bruce Boivin, Brenda Boivin and Andy Kinstler, Brian Boivin and Tonya Carlson, Bentley and Sara Boivin, Ed and Yoshi Smith and Donna Brownson; cousins, Jake Kinstler, Emily and Max Boivin, Eric Crouch, Maggie and Ella Brownson, Conor Smith and Gena Smith Brimhall; godparents Bill Maxwell and Joanne Doherty; and dear friend Kale Clauson. Brittany also leaves behind many other relatives and cherished friends, as well as her spoiled cats, Gus and Misu. A celebration of Brittany's life will be held on Monday, July 19th at 11:30am in St. Pius X Church in Loudonville. Relatives and Friends are invited to calling hours at the church on Monday from 9:30 - 11:30am. The ceremony will be livestreamed to the Parish website: https://www.stpiusxloudonville.org/new-live-videos/ . Brittany waged a tireless and hard-fought battle against mental health issues and subsequent Substance Use Disorder (SUD). She is finally at peace. In lieu of flowers, her family asks that those who wish to make a donation in her honor to The Brittany Louise Boivin Memorial Fund, c/o Bruce J. Boivin, Attorney at Law, 21 Eldorado Drive, Clifton Park, NY, 12065; The Divided Sky Foundation via https://tiltify.com/waterwheel-foundation or a charity of one's choice. Brittany was connected to nature and loved mother earth. Another way to honor her would be to plant a tree in a U.S. National Forest through https://thetreesremember.com/ . Arrangements by A.G. Boivin's Sons Funeral Home.

Brittany Louise Boivin

May 21, 1991 - June 24, 2021