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Allana York Obituary
In addition to Varian, Allana is survived by a large, loving family including her three children, Debbie Magnant and her best friend, Joe Mugovero, Donna Van Orden and her husband, Mark, Doug York and his wife, Frances; her nine grandchildren, Mark Mitchell and his wife, Melissa, Jason Mitchell, Dawn Adams, Ashley Magnant, Christine and Mark Van Orden, Bethany, Amanda and Casey York; and her seven great-grandchildren, Cody, Shannon, Ricco, Savanna, Sierra, Jacob, and Julian.
Prior to enjoying a long retirement, Allana and Varian owned and operated Montgomery Ward franchises in Westerly and Jewett City. Allana loved boating, laughing, cooking, and caring for her family. Family gatherings were not complete without Allana's famous potato salad, clam cakes, and chowders. Allana will be deeply missed by her family.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Buckler-Johnston Funeral Home, 121 Main St., Westerly. Burial will follow in Wheeler Cemetery. Calling hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Allana York
Lynda Villanova Gleason
December 28, 2011
Dear Donna and Family ~
Please accept my condolences for the loss of your mother. Mrs. York was very kind to me when I sometimes needed a ride to work at Sears on Granite St. (and she was at MW) before I got my driver's license. Throughout the years when I ran into her in town, she would always stop to talk. I hope you will find comfort in your memories.
In Sympathy,
December 6, 2011
To the York Family:
My thoughts are with you for comfort, and hopes that the good memories will ease your feelings of loss are sent to all of you; but especially to Doug, Donna, Debbie and the Mitchell children Mark. Jason and Dawn whom I had the privilege of knowing and working with at Wheeler. May the support of those who care for you give you all comfort.
Your mom and grandmother gave much to her family and also to her community...she will be missed.
Love,Mrs. Banker
Harriette Nichols
December 2, 2011
Our Love and prayers go out to the York Family ,
Harriette , Roger Nichols
Jennifer Burroughs
November 30, 2011
Debbie and family,
I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
November 30, 2011
Debbie
I extend my condolences on the passing of your mother. She was fortunate to have a loving family taking care of her during a difficult illness. Thinking of you and your family.
Paula Reid
Patrick&Peggy McQuillan
November 29, 2011
Mr.varian York & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of greif.May your memories bring you comfort and peace.
November 29, 2011
Varian And Family,
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Allana. We grew up together in White Rock as she lived across the street with her grandparents Arthur and Grace Roode. Allana was well respected in the village. I recall when you first stated dating her holding hands walking up and down the street. She alway came back to the village to visit. Later years we met at the MW Store in Westerly. Allana and her grandparents owned a small dog named "Arthur Godfrey" who always walked or ran with a limp. When you asked her what type of dog it was she would tell us it was arithmetic dog. It would put down three and carry one. I am sure your family also have many fond memories of her. May she rest in peace.
Lt. Ret. Byron Brown WPD and the Brown family from White Rock
Maggie Stewart
November 29, 2011
Varian and family,
Sorry to hear about Allana's passing. May she rest in peace. I remember the days when MW was downtown and then in the Granite Shopping Plaza.. Those were the days. Allana was always smiling and willing to help anyone with a problem. She and her remembered smile will be greatly missed
Carol McPhail
November 29, 2011
Dear Varian [Yorkie] ... I feel like I've known you all my life. You & my Dad worked together at Murphy Chevrolet and then we used to come into the MW store alot. You & Alana were at my folks 60th Anniversary in our back yard not long before my Mom passed. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. Alana was a nice lady. May God bless you all in the days ahead.
FRED FALCONE
November 28, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Carol Burdick
November 28, 2011
Varian and family,
I, remember Allana from White Rock and North Ston. she was a good person to everybody. She has a very nice family, that miss her. Allana, rest in peace and God Bless your family.
Grace and Manuel Souza
November 28, 2011
Dear varian and Family,
We knew Allana from our days at Plax corp. here in Stonington.
Wonderful cheerful lady!
We offer all of you our sincere condolences and May she rest in peace.
Grace and Manuel Souza
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