Mary E. Thourot, 101, of Lancaster passed away Saturday, November 1, 2014 at Conestoga View. Born in Gap, PA she was the daughter of the late Frederick M. and Amanda E. (Fromm) Ward. She was married to the late Charles L. Thourot, Sr. who passed away in 1983. She graduated from Lancaster General Hospital School of Nursing and worked as an RN in the ER. Mary then went onto work for the former Willow Street Elementary School cafeteria for over 35 years, retiring in 1981. She enjoyed gardening and her flowers. She is survived by her daughter, Sally Ann Hillegas, wife of Gordon, of Conestoga, PA and a son, Charles L. Thourot, Jr., husband of Donna, of Willow St. Also surviving are five grandchildren: Chad Thourot, Lori T. Smith, Kevin, Keith and Kristofer Hillegas; six great-grandchildren, Caitlyn, Cade, Lauren, Lindsey, Avery, Andrew and her dear friend Emma Hess, of Conestoga View. A Funeral Service will be held at 11AM on Thursday, November 6, 2014 at the Chapel of Conestoga View, 900 E. King St, Lancaster, PA with Chaplain Dan Brubaker officiating. Friends will be received one hour prior to the service at the chapel on Thursday. Interment in Riverview Burial Park, Lancaster. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mary's memory may be made to Conestoga View at the above address.