Barbara J. Torok

1928 - 2002

Barbara J. Torok

1928 - 2002

BORN

1928

DIED

2002

Barbara Torok Obituary

Published by Borek Jennings Funeral Homes-Hamburg Chapel - Brighton on May 12, 2002.
TOROK, BARBARA J.
PINCKNEY, MI

Age 74, passed away May 10, 2002 at Heartland Health Care Center in Ann Arbor. She was born May 5, 1928 in Oxford, MI the daughter of Howard and Anna (Taylor) McComb. On November 1, 1947 in Detroit, MI she married John "Bill" Torok and he preceded her in death in 1978. Barbara was an area resident for over 40 years. She worked as a bank teller with the Bank of Dearborn and the Ann Arbor Bank. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church, the Women's Guild and managed the book and gift shop at Holy Spirit for many years. Survivors include her son, John Gary (Becky) Torok of Pinckney, MI, 3 granddaughters, Cassie, Laura and Amy Torok, sister-in-law, Helen Torok, brother-in-law Mike Torok, 1 niece and 4 nephews. A Celebration of Barbara's Life to be held on Wednesday, May 15th beginning with 10:30 prayers at BELL-BOREK FUNERAL HOME, HAMBURG CHAPEL and 11 AM Mass at Holy Spirit Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. William Thomas and Rev. Fr. Terry Dumas as Celebrants. Burial will in St. Mary's Cemetery, Pinckney. Memorial contributions suggested to the American Cancer Society. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home where the family will receive friends Monday 4-9 PM & Tuesday 1-4 & 6-9 PM with the Rosary at 7 PM.

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Alan Becker

June 4, 2002

Gary and Becky,



I am sorry that you have lost someone close to you. The passing of a mother is a deep loss that is felt and remembered with each passing day throughout the years. I pray that the Lord God will give you strength and courage to face the tough days and the peace and serenity to heal from this great loss.



God's blessing's to you and your family.



Your friend,



Alan Becker

John Milford

May 14, 2002

Dear Gary & Family ~ I was greatly sadden to read of your Mother's passing. I remember her as being so nice to me when we were young and hanging around the lake. Please visit me at 11932 Algonquin Drive ~ I'd love to see you Gary ~ & your beautiful family. My prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

Steve Gaspar

May 14, 2002

We will all miss a long time family friend..God Bless you



The Gaspar Family

Aunt Bettys Restaurant Betty Lou Gnegy

May 13, 2002

All of us from Aunt Bettys Restaurant will miss you greatly.

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