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Obituary

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Mona "Pal" O. Lackman on May 19, 2023. Born on September 10, 1932 in Port Deposit, Maryland. Losing her father at a young age, Mona watched her mother work hard to keep their family together. Mona followed in those footsteps and grew up to be a strong, hard-working independent woman. She was known for her welcoming, witty, bold, and generous personality. She had …

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Mona requested a small service with immediate family only, but we appreciate everyone's love and support and encourage everyone to share their favorite memories of Mona on this memorial website. Her remains have been cremated and will be buried in the plot next to Harold's along with the ashes of their beloved cat Caroline.

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Aunt Pal she was my Mommom’s sister. Technically she is my Great Aunt but to me she was called Aunt Palie. It was reall…

Aunt Pal she was my Mommom’s sister. Technically she is my Great Aunt but to me she was called Aunt…

Aunt Pal she was my Mommom’s sister. Technically she is my Great…

I only met her within the last year. Although I only saw her a handful of times, each time I left, I felt blessed.  Her…
I only met her within the last year. Although I only saw her a handful of times, each time I left, …
I only met her within the last year. Although I only saw her a h…

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What was Mona's favorite color?
I personally don't know what her favorite color, but I can tell you she favored deep…
I personally don't know what her favorite color, but I can tell you she favored deep, vibrant …
I personally don't know what her favorite color, but I can tell you she favored deep, vibrant colors, especially jewel …
What were Mona's favorite foods?
She used to love love love iceberg lettuce but had to stop eating it because she sta…
She used to love love love iceberg lettuce but had to stop eating it because she started getti…
She used to love love love iceberg lettuce but had to stop eating it because she started getting ulcers in her mouth. S…
What were Mona's favorite vacation spots?
Europe
Europe
Europe
What were Mona's favorite songs or musical artists?
Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa
Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa
Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa

Timeline

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Born

September 10th, 1932
Port Deposit, MD
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Lost her parent, Ernest Benjamin

September 9th, 1935
Port Deposit, MD
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Started a job at Washington Adventist Hospital

1945
Silver Spring, MD

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Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

Broad Creek Cemetery, Stevensville, Maryland

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Mrs. Mona "Pal" Lackman