Mary-Lou-McNeil-Obituary
In Loving Memory of

Mary Lou McNeil

1960-2023

Obituary of Mary Lou McNeil

Sept. 9, 1960 - Feb. 2, 2023

After a long fought battle with breast cancer, Mary Lou passed peacefully with her family by her side. She is survived by her two daughters and her granddaughter, Courtney O'Donoghue, Chelsea O'Donoghue and Sophia; her parents, Doug and Mary McNeil; her sisters Arlene (Rob), Annette (Gerry), Sharon (Don), Cathy (Frank), Colleen (Scott), sister-in-law Terry and many nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Doug McNeil and her ex-husband Fred O'Donoghue. Cremation has taken place, with a private family gathering at a later date. Donations to the Walker Family Cancer Centre would be appreciated. Arrangements are entrusted to Essentials Cremation and Burial Services.

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Margaret Pirosko
1 year ago

So sorry to hear about MaryLou’s passing. My deepest sympathy to Mary and Doug and all the McNeil’s, Having spent most of my childhood in and out of the McNeil household , there are so many fond memories of us all growing up. Heaven has gained an angel.
Thinking of you all.
Margaret (Weirich) Pirosko and family

Anne Treacy-Barber
1 year ago

The Treacy’s are deeply saddened to hear about Mary-Lou’s passing. We will cherish all the memories that our family shared with the McNeil’s. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.

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ane and Gerry Bates
1 year ago

All things beautiful last forever kept within our memory.
May your happy memories ease your sorrow.
Have you in our thoughts and prayers

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Susan Savannah
1 year ago

Our most sincere con dolences to the entire Mc Neil family.May you all be surrounded by Love and Light now and always .
With Love, Susan Savannah and Jesse Westerlaken

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Lou & Mary Muraco
1 year ago

Cathie. Frank and the McNeil family, our deepest condolences during this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with you all🙏

Joe Salvatore
1 year ago

To Cathy, Frank and the McNeil family. My deepest condolences.
Joe Salvatore

Olwen
1 year ago

My ‘partner in crime’ every friday and saturday night working together for amost 20 years, Marylou always had a gentle nature and beautiful soul. I will remember her fondly and often. My thoughts and prayers are with Courtney, Chelsea and Sophia and the rest of her family.

Kathy Koabel
1 year ago

My sincere condolences to Courtney and Chelsea in the loss of your dear Mother, Mary Lou, a beautiful spirit. Sending you and your extended family a big hug.

Denise Cipparone
1 year ago

Thinking of you all during this sad time . Mary Lou will always be remembered fondly in my heart.

Gail Meighan and Ross Johnstone
1 year ago

Our deepest sympathy to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.

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