Mary Lou Torak

Mary Lou Torak, age 80, was called home Tuesday, October 4 having overcome a long fight with NHL, she succumbed to a thankfully brief battle with a very rare condition, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. She was born December 25,1935 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Alan and Clementine (Keller) Dome. She lived in King of Prussia, PA with her family for most of her life, but had resided at The Jefferson House Apartments for the last 14 years where she was very active serving on the board. She was always willing to help out with activities and functions. She was very grateful for the many friends she had made. Mary Lou was the beloved wife of Joseph L. Torak, Esq. (deceased). Throughout their 39 years of marriage, Mary Lou and Joseph balanced their family life of five children with many endeavors such as state government, Knights of Columbus and owning two Restaurants. A loving mother, "Grammy", great "Grammy", sister and aunt, she will be deeply missed by three daughters: Mary Beth, wife of Tim Triplett of Philadelphia, Maggie, wife of Marty Kobilka of King Of Prussia, PA, Barbara, wife of Ron DeStefano of Phoenixville, PA; two sons: Joseph L. Torak Jr., life partner of Ed Kane, of Glenhardie, Christopher Torak of Philadelphia; two brothers: Richard, husband of Pat Dome of Pompano Beach, FL, Steve, husband of Marty Dome of Brunswick, ME; sister, Gretchen Hagey-Deeck of Devon; ten grandchildren and two great- grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Mary Lou loved being with her family especially during the holidays. She made all the holidays very special but Christmas was her favorite. Her tree stayed up all year long because she placed each ornament with love and care. Mary Lou never missed an opportunity to bring you a gift to show how much she cared and it was always wrapped so perfectly. Mary Lou enjoyed collecting antiques and had a special affection for Boyd Bears and Beanie babies. She also had a great eye for fashion and detail, always dressing so beautifully, no matter what the occasion. Mary Lou was proud to be an Eagles and Phillies fan. On game day, she could be seen wearing her matching baseball cap and sweatshirt. She couldn't resist a drive to New Jersey to try her luck at the AC Casinos. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass at Mother of Divine Providence Church, 333 Allendale Road, King Of Prussia, PA on Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 10:00 am. Officiating will be Rev. Martin T. Cioppi. Burial will be held in the St. Augustine Cemetery, King Of Prussia, PA. Friends will be received from 9:00 am - 9:50 am Saturday at Mother of Divine Providence Church. In lieu of flowers contributions in her name can be made to CurePSP (Progressive Supra Nuclear Palsy) CurePSP, 30 E. Padonia Rd. Suite 201, Timonium, MD 21093 or by online contributions by visiting curepsp.org. Condolences may be made by visiting www.PhoenixvilleFuneralHome.com. Arrangements are being handled by the Campbell - Ennis - Klotzbach Funeral Home, Inc., Phoenixville, PA.

Mary Lou Torak

December 25, 1935 - October 4, 2016