McKenna, Mary Carmelita (June 26, 1924 – December 22, 2014)
Passed away peacefully at Sunnybrook Hospital, Toronto, Ontario. “Carm” was predeceased by her loving husband of 62 years, Austin McKenna, and will be sadly missed by her children: Maureen, Kevin (Marie), Marianne (Bryan Mulhern), Elaine (Timothy Weekes), Cecilia (John Peirce), and George (Kathleen). She is lovingly and joyfully remembered by her thirteen grandchildren: Jodi, Christopher, Katie, Ann Marie (Luke Harris), Sarah (Daniel Hurst), Colleen, Kelly (Ryan Metcalf), Sheila, Ian, George, Mark, Alena, Austin, and great-grandson, Reed Austin. She is survived by her sisters Stella (the late Peter Ross) and Patricia (Bill McCrea), and predeceased by her siblings and their respective spouses: Ignatius Donoghue (Theresa), Clare Chabot (Charles), Gerald Donoghue (Mary), Rosaleen Moran (Ray), and Monica Donoghue.
The family wishes to thank all the staff at Briton House, who lovingly assisted Carmelita during the last two years, and the compassionate caregivers from Easy Access Health Care Services who played such an important role in Carm’s care over the past six months.
While Carm “pulled the goalie” a number of times to win the game of life’s challenges over her almost 91 years, it only seemed fitting that she passed away after news of yet another Toronto Maple Leafs’ loss. Carm was their greatest fan.
Resting at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham, ON 905-936-3477: Sunday, December 28, 2014 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. James Church, Colgan, ON: Monday, December 29, 2014 at 11:00 am.
Donations in Carm’s memory, in lieu of flowers, to ShareLife (www.sharelife.org, or by C$ cheque to ShareLife, 1155 Yonge St., Toronto, ON M4T 1WT) or the Society of the Little Flower (www.littleflower.org , for US$ donations, or by C$ cheque to 7020 Stanley Avenue, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 7B7) would be appreciated.
Katrina says
My Condolences to the family.
Sarah Hurst: I am sorry for the loss of your grandmother.
My prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Katrina
Siobhan and Tom Mockler says
We convey our sincerest sympathies to your family at this difficult time of your mother’s death. She was a dear friend to us and we especially remember her helpful nature. Carm was the first to volunteer or offer to help someone in need. She was a very holy woman and was devoted to the adortation of the Blessed Sacrament at St. Francis from the very beginning – over 20 years ago.
There is no doubt she has a front row seat in the heavens above.
Carm , you will be sadly missed,
love Siobhan and Tom Mockler
Garry and Mary Willson says
Our deepest sympathies on the death of your mother. My mother(Rita Burke) and Carm, had many lively conversations on the Leafs during our years in Colgan.
Colleen and Raymond Scully says
We were very sad to hear of Aunt Carm’s passing. She was a wonderful lady. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Erinn, Yan, Elie and Victoria says
our sincerest condolences on Carm’s passing. We remember her kind heart and light! Victoria and I lit a candle in her memory on Christmas Eve. peace to all.
Cathy and Al Kroetsch says
George and Kathy
Our Sympathy to You On the Passing of Your Mother.
May She Enjoy The Heavenly Banquet.
Cathy&Al Kroetsch (St Jeromes)
betty ann and John says
Our love and prayers go to dear Carm’s wonderful family. We will never forget her and her and Dad’s kindness to my Mom and Dad.
Betty Ann and John
Kathleen & John Martin says
Cecilia – We know your Mom was a great lady, without ever having met her, because we know you, her daughter.
Our sincere hopes for peace and comfort as time moves forward.
So, so sorry for your loss.
Kathleen & John
Jim and Linda Goessinger says
Dear Marianneand Family
I’m very sad to here of your Mum’s passing .
It must be a heartbreaking loss for you.
Your Mum was a great Lady .
You are all in our prayers and thoughts.
Jim and Linda
Mark & Dale Blaire says
Our warmest thoughts are with you all at this time. We know you have wonderful memories of your life with your dear mother, grandmother that will carry forward and be remembered forever.
Dale Blaire (daughter of the late Mervin and Marie Mason)
Pat and Anne Louise Carney says
We offer our sincere condolences to our McKenna cousins. Carm and Austin were a wonderful chapter in a great book. So many times I (Pat) sat in for festivities and fun after combining, a great hunt, a ride on a ski-do and lots of other excuses. Then there were meet-ups at the Beeton Fair suppers, garden parties, euchres, wedding and more. Carm and Austin never missed a wake or funeral of their neighbours or relatives. And they did have a big collection of neighbours and relatives!
We will miss Carmelita and always have warm memories.
Joan Hebbes says
So very sad to hear of your loss. What a beautiful, sweet and caring woman. She will be in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs to the McKenna family, especially Sarah and Christopher.
Stacey and Larry Rice says
A beautiful obituary for a beautiful woman. We are SO sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Shaymus Stokes says
To Maureen & George I offer my deepest sympathy.
Shaymus Stokes
Ron & Margot Griffith says
Dear Cecilia, I know how you loved your Mother and spent time whenever possible with her, to share your love and caring in her final years! We share your grief as when we all come to the time to say our final goodbyes here on earth, but we are soooo blessed to know we will all again be together in our Heavenly Home! The Memories never ‘die’…..
Peter&Anne van Dyk says
The McKenna Family,
I got to know your parents well when they volunteered along with me helping out at the Saturday morning Masses at Simcoe Manor. It was a real pleasure being with them. They were always smiling and happy. They brought joy to the residents. Regretfully we will not be able to be with you at this sad time in your lives. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Peter and Anne van Dyk
George and Martina Keogh says
So sorry to hear about Carm’s passing. What a great lady she was, with that constant, beautiful smile, always dressed impeccably, and a very devout Christian. Unfortunately, we will be away for the funeral, but know that your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Kim isaacson says
Celilla, I am so sorry to hear if the loss of your mother. I know she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Steve Matusiak says
So sorry for your loss, both your parents were a ficture of the Loretto community. Carm will be missed but not forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve
Paul McKenna says
Aunt Carm, VIcki and I are so glad that we got to spend some time with you at the Britton House. Although you were not feeling well, you still ma naged to laugh and you had that constant smile. As my Godmother, you always remembered my birthday. I have many fond memories of being around the kitchen table at the farm, with you, Austin and my cousins. Always, after a wonderful hot meal, the board games or a deck of cards were brought out, sometimes a new card trick was introduced. Even after a hard day in the fields, there was always so much laughter and good times around that table, cherished memories. Aunt Carm, your family will miss you , I will too. Rest in peace, Paul
Mona and family says
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to your beautiful family. Carmelita was an amazing person and I will miss her dearly.
Paul McKenna says
Aunt Carm, I
Sibylla Lewis says
I never got to know your mother Elaine. My prayers are with your family. Sorry for your loss
Annie Caiola says
A lovely obituary for a very lovely woman who clearly had a very full life. Sending the whole McKenna family prayers for peace during this special Season.
Niki Adams says
Very sorry for your loss. Your family are in our prayers.
Fab & Mariam Bianchi says
The news of Carm’s passing has brought us much sadness. She was a great woman. Our fondest memories of Carm always stemmed from conversations about her family – from her kids to her grandkids, and just recently from little Reed.
Our prayers are with you and your family. May the memories of Carm help you find peace during this difficult time.
~ Fab & Mariam Bianchi
Jim Mulhern says
Our condolence to the whole family. Jim, Mona & Brennan.
Rosalyn & George Gonsalves says
Dear Marianne and family:
A grand lady has left us. We are privileged to have known Carmelita for several years, and may your fond memories be of comfort to you all at this sad time.
Sincere condolences
George & Rosalyn
Marie O'Reilly says
Dear Marianne, Bryan, Katie, Colleen, and Ian,
We are so sorry for your loss. Marianne, your mom was such a lovely lady. We are thinking of you all. With love and prayers.
James, Marie, Justin, and Jordan
O’Reilly
Sean, Amy, Marley and Jake says
We are all very sad to hear this. Carmelita was a very nice person… Please take care, all and we’ll see you soon!
Ginny Riedman-Dangler says
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was like a second mom to me over the years. She always made me feel so welcome when I came to visit.
I especially loved the family chats at your home in Loretto, between lunches and dinners. Her faith, especially, was such an inspiration. Please know my prayers are with you at this time.