Obituary of Mary Catherine Bunning
Bunning: Mary Catherine (Atkinson) -
Mary Bunning passed away at Riverview Gardens on Saturday November 21, 2020 at the age of 96.
Born in Botany, Mary was the daughter of the late Tom and Winnifred (nee Donoho) Atkinson.
She is predeceased by her first husband, Claire Charlton (1963) and second husband, Bill Bunning (1994).
Sister to the late Gordon Atkinson (1970) and sister in law Jean Atkinson (2015).
Survived by sister in laws Kay Charlton, Lois Charlton, and Mary Lynn Cox.
Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, great and great great nieces and nephews.
Special thanks to the staff of Riverview Gardens 4 East for their kindness and compassionate care.
Mary is resting at McKinlay Funeral Home, 141 Park St. in Blenheim. Public visitation will take place on Tuesday November 24, 2020 from 12:00pm to 1:30pm. Those wanting to attend the visitation are asked to book a time slot by calling 519-676-3451 or by using the following link: https://signup.com/go/sTCeSZx . All those attending are required to wear a mask as mandated by the Bereavement Authority of Ontario. A private family service which will be livestreamed at 2:00pm from this website, with Rev. Eric Skillings officiating. A private interment will take place at Pardoville-Union Cemetery.
Donations made in memory of Mary to the Charity of Choice would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home, 141 Park Street, Blenheim, 519-676-3451
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