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Mary Novak Obituary
Mary Lee Novak, age 61, of Lynchburg, Va., formerly of Sacramento, passed away Thursday, December 4, 2008. She is survived by her sons Joseph Matthew Novak-Zarate of Sacramento, Calif., and Joaquin ''Jack'' Kelek Novak-Zarate and his partner Teresa Ang of Louisville, Ky., and her precious granddaughter Dahlia. A memorial service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2008, in the chapel of Tharp Funeral Home in Lynchburg, Va. To view the entire obituary or to send the family a condolence, please visit www.tharpfuneralhome.com.
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Jennifer Angove
December 18, 2008
Mary Lee was a beautiful, wise woman and very special friend that I came to know and love in the classes we shared over the past three years ! I am so grateful to have known her and be gifted by her sweet presence and warm smile ! I will miss her very much. I send many Blessings and Love,
Jennifer
Paula Gordon
December 15, 2008
Although I only knew Mary Lee for a relatively short time, Mary Lee was so genuine, and really cared about people and her family. She had a great smile, too - I know she will be missed by so many. I send healing and love to all of her family and dear ones.
Anne-Marie Williams
December 14, 2008
Mary Lee always has and will always will be a very special person in our lifes.
She was a wonderful Mom to her sons Matt & Jack our Grandsons & Nephews.
In loving memory from the Bear Clan.
Grandma Pilulaw
Aunt Anne-Marie
Nancy Faulkner
December 12, 2008
I will Remember Mary Lee with her wonderful smile, her love of her sons and the infectious feeling of love and caring that she shared with those around her. I know she fought a battle which was so much like her. She will be missed by so many.
Tammy Blythe
December 11, 2008
Mary Lee was one of the strongest people I have ever known. I will miss her honesty, her inner beauty that shined out on those around her, and most of all her friendship. Matt and Jack and all those who loved her and whom she loved - I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Patrick Zarate
December 10, 2008
Our thoughts go to her family in this time of loss. Mary Lee was a wonderful Mom who loved her boys dearly. Deepest Sympathy from all of us here - Laura, Ryan, Connor and Patrick.
Penny Templeton Kobernusz
December 8, 2008
My thoughts are of Mary Lee and all of the Novak family members.
I am very sad.
Very sincerely,
Bonnie Knight
December 8, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Mary Lee was a teriffic gal. I will always remember that beautiful smile. I am sorry I didn't get to tell her goodbye, but I am glad and Jason and Scotty got to. You are all in my prayers.
Kenny (Truck Body Co.)
December 8, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Janet Swain
December 8, 2008
John, Krissy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Nancy Templeton Pasqualone
December 7, 2008
My love to Aunt Ruby and the family. I will always remember the good times we had as kids.
Susan Patton (formerly Crouch)
December 7, 2008
Mary Lee has been a vivid presence in my memory in the many years since she and I attended Boonsboro High School together. She was beautiful and unforgettable. May she rest in peace.
Monica Farmer
December 7, 2008
Neil, Raleigh, Joe and families,
I am so sorry for your great loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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