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Anna Starsiak Obituary

Of Quincy, July 27, 2008. Loving wife of the late Stanley M. Starsiak. Beloved mother of Janice Erler and her husband Paul of Quincy, Suzanne Flynn and her husband Bryan of Hanover and Stephen Starsiak and his wife Suzi of Easton. Loving sister of Frances "Sissy" Howard of Dorchester and the late Stella Demsky, Nellie Fratic and brothers Joseph Barauskas and John Barkas. Anna was the devoted grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, cherished neighbors and friends. Born and raised in South Boston, Anna moved to Squantum over 60 years ago and raised her family. She enjoyed knitting, reading, gardening, cooking and bowling. A devout Catholic, her faith was a very important part of her life. She was a member of the K Club at Florian Hall. She will be remembered as a kind, sweet, selfless lady, who adored her family. She will be sadly missed by all those who were blessed to have had her in their lives, especially her granddaughter Katie, her "faithful roommate." Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY, Wednesday at 9 AM. Funeral Mass in Saint Ann's Church, Wollaston at 10 AM. Visiting hours Tuesday 4-8 PM. Burial in Pine Hill Cemetery, Quincy. Call 1-800-Keohane or see www.Keohane.com for directions & online condolences.

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Published by Boston Globe on Jul. 28, 2008.

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Ken Gontarz

July 22, 2021

Auntie Ann ....

What a Kind, Loving, Sweet Sweet example of LOVE.

What a GEM!!!!

Will FOREVER love you Auntie Ann!

You ARE the BEST !!!!

Your nephew... `Kenneth´

Tricia (Leary) Bouzan

July 28, 2008

Suzanne and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was a wonderful lady, always up beat and smiling! She will be greatly missed on Deerfield st. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

June Buckley

July 28, 2008

Suzanne, Bryan and family-
Our condolences on the loss of your mother,
she was clearly a brilliant light in your life.
We send our prayers and thoughts at this difficult time.
June & Keith Buckley

Christine Keenan

July 28, 2008

To Janice and family
I am very sorry for your loss. The "gum lady" will be missed she was always such a nice lady.

Rich Sheridan

July 28, 2008

Janice, Stephen, Suzanne and extended families. I am deeply saddened to learn of the loss of your mom. Growing up we all view our parents as invincible they are with us forever. A parents passing to a child is never easy no matter what. I can see the smile on your moms face as she drove down Deerfield st in her car. Eyes fixed to the road smile on her face with a brief wave. Many, many fond memories to tuck away in that special place in your hearts that will live with all of you forever. I will light a candle in church this week in memory of your mom and I'll say a prayer for all of you as well.

Take care & Gods speed...

Rich Sheridan Jr. Phoenix AZ

Ken Gontarz

July 28, 2008

My FONDEST memories of Auntie Anne:

- The wonderful times at Barrett's Pond:
* The roaring fires in the 'big' cabin
* Playing horseshoes (hours/days)
* Blueberry picking
* Turtle hunting in the 'cove'
* Fishing at Fisherman's Laning
* Swimming across the pond
* Snorkeling around the pond
* Playing wiffle ball in the road
* Lazing in the hammock
* Eating steamers & clams
* Eating at Ben & Mildreds
* Rowing the aluminum boat
* Taking the path around the pond
* Watching the ALL STAR GAMES
* Playing cards for hours & hours
* Placing painted tutlels in sink
* Catching the big SNAPPERS
* Going to the Drive-In Movies
* Visitng Bazzards Bay
* Visiting the Cape Cod Canal
* Going to see the Herrin Run
* Visiting Ferring's Fond
* Catching Shiners at Easthead
* Checking in at the Ranger Sta.
* Stopping at the General Store
* Bass Fishing at Rt 58
* The Billington Sea
* Little Pond
* Sampson's Pond
* Fishing at the 'bog'

- The MANY 4th of July Gatherings

- The MANY 4th of July Parades

- Observing the Sandbar Grow

- Horseshoe Crabbing in the Marsh

- Kicking a football thru the side window

- Playing Jarts

- Saying 'GRACE' at Thanksgiving

- Christmas at Babchi's

Auntie Anne - I'll always remember you for your kind, upbeat, joyful, friendly, happy, cheerful, and WARM SMILE!

It was EVER present ... it will FOREVER be remembered ... AS WILL YOU!

With MANY WONDERFUL and FOND Memories ....

Thank You Auntie Anne

Love,

Kenny g

Marsha Needham

July 28, 2008

To the Starsiak &Barauskas families, I am so sorry for the loss of Anna "Gram", I have only met her a couple of times,But Loved her when we chatted..She said to me"you look just like Jennifer" which is Steve's step daughter...My niece. May God Welcome "Gram" into his Kingdom with open arms, as Gram watches down on those she loves. Steve & Suzi..Please know if there is anything we can do! Our prayers go out to all that knew GRAM...R.I.P. all our love..Marsha & Rick.(Suzi's sister)

dianne nee

July 28, 2008

With deepest sympathy.

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