Obituary of Mary Eleanor (McAlorum) Tomecek
TOMECEK: Mary Eleanor (McAlorum) -
A lifelong resident of Chatham, Mary Eleanor (McAlorum) Tomecek passed away at her home on Friday, September 15, 2017 at the age of 77.
Born in Chatham, Mary Eleanor was the daughter of the late James McAlorum and Mary Elizabeth (Lister).
Beloved wife of the late Karel John Tomecek (2014).
Also survived by her cherished son, Mark Tomecek and his wife Tina of Milton. Treasured and adored grandchildren Nicholas and Amber.
Dear sister to Elizabeth Anne (McAlorum) Lowther (late John Cornelius Lowther, 2004) of Chatham.
Aunt to several nieces and nephews.
Mary Eleanor had a great love for her family, exhibited through her passion for genealogy.
Friends will be received at the Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham on Monday, September 18, 2017 from 2:00 - 4:00pm and 7:00 - 9:00pm. A Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home at 11:00am on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 with Rev. John Anderson officiating. Interment to follow at Maple Leaf Cemetery.
Mary Eleanor had requested that no flowers be sent to the Funeral Home. In lieu, donations made in her memory to Save the Children Canada Fund would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, 519-351-2040
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