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Mary E. Thourot, 101

November 01, 2014

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.

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November 05, 2014

I remember Mary. She was Sallys’ and Charlies’ Mom and the smiling cafeteria lady. She was the lady that fixed your cuts and scratches when you fell off your bike in front of her house. I moved away for 45 years. When I visited the past 5 years, she remembered who I was. We had visits and lunches, Sally, Mary, my Mom and I. We would reminiscence of days gone by. Mary was loved by many and will be missed by many.
Shirley, Summerville, SC

November 04, 2014

I have such fond memories of Mary. I drove her to church with my son’s years ago. I still can’t drive past her street without smiling. She was aN incredible gently spirit with a lovely laugh. We would talk gardening, cooking and family. My boys and I were truly blessed to get to know her. Your family is our prayers. God bless
Amy, Ronnie and Devon Reis

November 04, 2014

Our thoughts are with Mary’s family. She was always a very good friend of my mother and a good listener on the phone for years. We will always keep her in our thoughts and prayers.
Richard and Darlene Peck ( Landis and Pauline Shenk’s daughter) living in Florida

Visitation: Thursday, November 06, 2014; 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; Chapel of Conestoga View; 900 E. King St.; Lancaster, PA 17602
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Services: Thursday, November 06, 2014; 11:00 AM; Chapel of Conestoga View; 900 E. King St.; Lancaster, PA
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