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MARY EMMA ALLISON
Age 93 of Lowell, formerly of Chicago, passed away Wednesday, October 27, 2010. Survived by three children, Mary Jean (Dr. Cameron) Thomson of Riverwoods, IL, Mickey Allison of Cedar Lake, Monroe (Diane) Allison of NY; four grandchildren, Brian Thomson, Allison (Marshall) Ward, Jessica (Djillali Belabbes) Allison, Paul Allison; four great-grandchildren, Douglas, Christopher, Aicha, Emma Nour. Preceded by husband, Rev. Clyde M. Allison. Mary Emma was a member of Crown Point Presbyterian Church and led a life of service to her church. She was a former elementary school teacher with the Chicago school system. Mary Emma and her husband created the Trick or Treat for UNICEF program in 1950. The program is celebrating 60 years of service this year. It has raised over $160 million to help children throughout the world. A Memorial Service will be held for Rev. Clyde and Mary Emma Allison later this year. Pruzin & Little Funeral Service handled arrangements. Memorials may be made to the U.S. Fund for UNICEF. Family and friends may share an online condolence or memory at www.pruzinfuneralservice.com.
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Kristy Pokorny
October 31, 2010
We thank Mary Emma for her inspiration which brought aid to millions of children throughout the world. Let the coming generations carry her candle forward with sympathy and compassion.
Mary Mallory
October 30, 2010
Included in my fondest memories of trick or treating in Rye, NY in the '50's was collecting the pennies in our small milk cartons which we adorned at school with a UNICEF sleeve. I am happy to know who started this wonderful tradition and am proud to know that I and my siblings were part of what this wonderful woman began. Thank you Mrs. Allison.
Jolan Horen
October 29, 2010
In celebration of the thoughtful life of Mary Emma Allison, we give thanks for all
she accomplished.
Shirley Lindsay
October 29, 2010
In memory of a woman who brought LIGHT to the world. Her life is celebrated with great JOY!
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