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Anna Colella Obituary

Of Malden, in her 101st year, August 21. Wife of the late Vincenzo Colella. Beloved mother of Guy Vincent Colella and his wife Clair of Wakefield, Olympia McConnell of Hudson and Laura MacMullin of Winchester. Survived also by 10 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral from the E. E. Burns & Son Funeral Home, 204 Main St., MALDEN, Friday at 9 AM. Funeral Mass in the Church of the Sacred Hearts at 10 AM. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Thursday, 4-8. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 22 to Aug. 23, 2007.

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Jeanne Cotillo

March 19, 2023

So sorry for your loss.

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Barry C

August 23, 2007

She touched so many lives in such a positive way over the years. She would do anything and everything for her family. Rest in peace, Nana.

August 22, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Edie St. Francis

August 22, 2007

I've lossed my favorite Aunt...such wonderful memories I will treasure of her!!! My deepest sympathy to Laura, Chickie and Guy and their families. Love, Edie

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