Obituary of Mary Elizabeth Capek

September 28, 1933 - August 23, 2024

Peacefully at Copper Terrace on Friday, August 23^rd, 2024. Mary Elizabeth (Pakanec) Capek age 90 of Chatham, beloved wife of the late Frank Charles Capek (2012) for 57 years and a cherished Nana of Dalton Matthew Charters, Brandon and Collin Hey and Great Grand daughter Estelle Marie Hey. 

Daughter of the late Kristina (Prevoznik) and Peter Pakanec.  

Loving mother, She is survived by her Dear daughter Rosemarie, son-in-law Dalton Charters and her loveable grandson Dalton Charters IV. Her daughter Marianne, late son-in-law Eric Hey (2022) and her grandsons: Brandon and Collin Hey along with her Great Grand daughter Estelle Marie Hey. 

She is also survived by her son, David Capek (Debbie), her sister Rose Walker, many nieces, nephews, cousins and sister in laws.

Predeceased by her son Francis ‘Frankie’ Capek, 2 sisters Helen (late Joe) Van De Hogen and Antonia (late Fred) Semkowich along with Madeliene Ellison (best friend). 

The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the staff of Copper Terrace and Dr. Dean Matsusaki for many years of their continuous compassion and care for Mary. 

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"It's been a wonderful journey Frank from the old world to the new. I've taken this journey to heaven, just to be with you. Now we are together, we are all free from pain and I'll put my arms around you Frank and we'll never part again. Our love is always and forever. May others share what we shared throughout our lifetime and cherish the precious time." Love Mary “

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Friends and family are invited to arrive at St. Joseph Church at 10 am for visitation.  A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday August 27, 2024 at 11 am in St. Joseph Parish (180 Wellington St. W., Chatham ON). 

Burial will be in St. Anthony’s Cemetery.  Memorial reception to follow. 

In the spirit of Mary's generosity, kindness and love of children please consider making a donation to Toronto Sick Kids Foundation.