Effie R. Tichon, 92 of Kenmore passed away on April 30, 2026. She was born in Alabama, grew up there, then her family moved to Norton where she graduated from Norton High School. She married John in 1953, and they were married for 69 years before he passed away in 2023. She was a receptionist for Millcraft Paper and a travel agent for Rolling Acres Travel, which enabled them to take many trips together. She loved to read, paint and garden. She loved her flowers.

Effie is preceded by her husband John Tichon, daughter Mary Ann Tichon, brother Jim and sisters Kathryn, Ruby and Linda. She is survived by her daughter Margaret Brown, son John (Denise) Tichon, 9 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-granddaughter, sister Elaine Edmonson and lots of nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be at the Prentice Funeral Home, 1154 Kenmore Blvd. Wednesday, May 6, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Private entombment will be at Greenlawn Memorial Park on Thursday.