BORN

1924

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Alvah Halloran & Son Funeral Home

2125 Chili Ave

Rochester, New York

Helen MacLaren Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 22, 2016.

MacLaren, Helen M.
Ellenton, FL/ Formerly of Chili, NY.
Passed away peacefully with family by her side on Aug. 21, 2016 at age 92.

Predeceased by her beloved husband, Bruce & Son, William.
Survived by her children: Judy, Robert (Donna) and David MacLaren; seven grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; Sister, Betty Jones of MD; Sister-in-law, Brenda Compton of NC; several nieces, nephews & many dear friends as well as her dog, Odie.

A Memorial Service has been entrusted to Alvah Halloran & Son Funeral Home in Rochester, NY and will be held at a later date. Donations may be made in Helen's name to the charity of one's choice.

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September 20, 2016

Charles Tuscher

My condolences to the MacLarens for the loss of your mother.

September 15, 2016

Jim Hartung

Sending condolences to the Maclarens..

September 6, 2016

Beverly Patterson Treworgy

I am so sorry for your loss. Helen was a good neighbor to me for may years. We shared a lot of good times. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing.

August 30, 2016

Betty Jo White

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