1919
2013
DREW, Ann M. (Bell), 93, of Norwood, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, Friday, June 7th, in Norwood. Born in Boston on August 15, 1919, she was the daughter of the late John Bell and Mary (Collins) and the beloved wife of the late Henry J. Drew. A former social worker with the Department of Public Welfare, Ann was a charter member of the Girls High School Association in Charlestown, a member of the St. Catherine of Siena Ladies Sodality, and a longtime volunteer of the Norwood Senior Center. She was the loving mother of Kathleen M. O'Brien and her husband, William O'Brien, of Norwood, Margaret B. Drew and her husband, George Slama, of Cincinnati, OH and South Yarmouth, Massachusetts and the late Mary Ann and her late husband, Brian Doyle; the dear sister of the late Margaret Shea, Catherine Hoban, Charles and John Bell and Mary Turner; the cherished grandmother of 9 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren; and the aunt to several cherished nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 11, at 9:00 AM from the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole Street (Rte. 1A), Norwood, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM in St. Catherine of Siena Church, 547 Washington Street, Norwood. Interment will follow the Mass in Highland Cemetery, Norwood. Relatives and friends are invited and may call on Monday, June 10, from 5:30 to 8:30 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Ann's memory to the Friends of the Norwood Morrill Memorial Library, PO Box 220, Norwood, MA 02062.
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June 20, 2013
beverly sierodzinski
Dear Kathy, Peggy and families, So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Your in our thougts and prayers
Mitch and Beverly (Devine) Sierodzinski
June 12, 2013
Laurie Alley
Ann was a dear friend of my mother, Grace Ellard. When I bought my parents' house, my kids and I used to visit her, and she was one of the sweetest women we've ever known.
June 11, 2013
Paula Taylor
To all Ann's Family
Ann was one WONDERFUL person. I was so saddened to see of her passing. Her soft spoken voice, nice smile and kindness to all is how I will remember her May you RIP Ann
June 11, 2013
Geraldine T Levine
Margaret, I am so sorry to hear of your mothers' passing. I viewed all the photos, how beautiful she is. I couldn't help but notice the Irish names and faces including some red hair. May she rest in peace and may you all find solace in the wonderful memories she helped create.
Love Ger
June 11, 2013
Peg & Jeff Balano
Loved the family pictures. What a wonderful legacy.
June 11, 2013
Ellen Drew Speranzo
Aunt Ann was a wonderful example of a loving and kind wife, mother, grandmother, and more. She had the sweetest smile! We will miss her, and send our deepest condolences to her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Wasn't she blessed to live such a long and rich life, and to have enriched so many others' lives!
June 10, 2013
Our sympathy to the Drew family on the loss of your beloved mom. She was a great lady and left a lasting impression on so many people.
Maura & Dick McConnell, Sun City, AZ
June 10, 2013
Dearest Peggy and Kathy on everyone behalf all your relations back here in Ireland our sincerest sympathy on hearing of the news of your mothers death this morning.
Reading her obituary she led a fulfiiled life was a great example to all. Like all the Collins women she lived a long life into her 93 year .Thankfully she was blessed with good health and a vivid memory up to her passing.
We will remember her and all her family members in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Now looking down on everyone will always be looking down ever present in memory.
Cousin Katleen , Pat and Jim here in Little Island County Cork.
June 9, 2013
Susan Yanuk
Ann's passing will leave a great void in the hearts of all that have been fortunate enough to have known her. Your family is in our hearts & prayers. Susan Slama Yanuk & Family
June 9, 2013
Dear Family of Ann
I met Ann about 70 years ago and we remained friends. I have so many happy memories of her. I loved her. She was a beautiful person. Please accept my condolences.
Mary Rantuccio Caton
June 9, 2013
Rose Grady
Dear Kathy, Peggy and Families, Your mom was such a beautiful person! She made me and my family feel special whenever we saw her. We have so many fond memories and I smile whenever i think of her She had a long life with a great family around her that she cherished, she never missed a gathering! Our deepest sympathy to all of you ,our love and prayers are with you
The Gradys
June 8, 2013
Dear Peggy and Kathy,
Just looking at your mother's sweet, kind face makes me smile! The photos really capture her joyful essence, her warmth and gentleness.I am so grateful for having her in my life since the day I was born (the same day we moved to Roosevelt Ave.)and in the lives of my entire family-especially that of my mother, Mary Shannon, who loves Ann as her best friend. Your mother and I shared the same birthday, Aug. 15th, and she used to joke to me that since we were born on the feast of the Assumption, we must be very special in the eyes of God. I know she is! Ann comforted me greatly when I lost my own husband over 6 years ago, and I've been visiting her regularly ever since, talking and laughing endlessly at her kitchen table over a cup of tea. Her unbelievably sharp memory, true interest in everyone and genuine empathy will stay with me always. I will miss her. My love and sympathy to you and your families. Love, Maureen Shannon(Wanders)
June 8, 2013
Helen More
My dearest Margaret and George,
Oh my! 93 years. Bless her and blessings to your family.
You have especially been on my mind for the past 10 days. Now I know the reason. I appreciate the photos b/c it helps me to know what you may look like when you are 93 my friend.
Please let me know if I can do anything for you. I shall see you Monday.
Sunny sends his regards.
Best, Helen
June 8, 2013
Anne Shannon Brazel
Dear Kathy and Peggy and Family,
Your mother was one of the most wonderful women ever. She was nothing but goodness, always making others feel special. I personally was so honored to have her as my Godmother. My mother spoke of her so often as she never had a better friend. Please know you are all in our hearts and prayers.
June 7, 2013
michelle petrecki
Dear Kathy, Peggy and families,
Another star shines bright in the sky tonight. Your mom is now at peace and has been reunited with your dad and sister. This is truly a beautiful thought and hopefully gives you some comfort at this sad time.
Ann was my godmother for 54 years. She truly was a wonderful godmother and I know she loved me unconditionally even though I did not keep in touch with her as I grew older.
I have many fond memories of Ann (and your dad) that I will continue to cherish. I am blessed to have known her.
A favorite poem means even more to me now.
Like stars that shine in the heavens, a godmother's endless love, lights the way for her godchild, as the Lord gives a nod from above. She was chosen for her goodness, and too, for her gentle side, but also because her godchild, could view her with love and pride. For she is a perfect example of all that a person should be. A kind and caring guardian standing by for eternity.
Please accept my sincere sympathies at the loss of your mom. May God hold her in the palm of his hand.
Michelle McGoldrick Petrecki
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