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Melany "Mama" Thum McAleer

Austin, TX

1949 - January 30, 2025

1949 - Jan 30, 2025

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In memory of

Melany "Mama" Thum McAleer

Passed

January 30, 2025
Born

1949
Resided

Austin, TX

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Melany Thum McAleer, who left us on January 30, 2025. Born as Gaye Thum, in 1949, she was known by many as Mama, though she preferred Melany, and most recently, Grandma. She is survived by her sons, John and Mackenze, her sister, Paula, Sharon, Joe and many, many people worldwide who loved, cherished her, and will miss her dearly.

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Communications Workers of America

Labor Union

What causes did Melany care about most?

Sex abuse and assault survivors

Sex abuse and assault survivors

Sex abuse and assault survivors

What were Melany's favorite vacation spots?

Panama

Panama

Panama

What were Melany's favorite artists or styles of art?

Maxfield Parrish

Maxfield Parrish

Maxfield Parrish

What were Melany's favorite ways to spend free time?

Smoking, gardening in the sunshine, long walks

Smoking, gardening in the sunshine, long walks

Smoking, gardening in the sunshine, long walks

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Born

1949

Passed away

January 30th, 2025

Austin, TX

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ANGEL M ROBINSON

Method of disposition

Cremation

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Capital Mortuary Services

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Created with love by Melany Thum McAleer (Mackenze McAleer), John Castellana (Melany's son), Sharon Sbrocco (Melany's sister) and Paula Thum (Melany's sister).

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