Ana Márquez-Greene Obituary

Márquez-Greene, Ana Grace
Ana Grace Márquez-Greene, 6, of Sandy Hook, beloved daughter of James S. Greene, Jr. and Nelba (Amaro-Márquez) Greene, passed away senselessly on Friday, (December 14, 2012) during the horrific massacre enacted upon Sandy Hook Elementary School. Ana was born in Hartford on April 4, 2006, and lived in Bloomfield before moving to Canada and recently settling with her family in the Sandy Hook section of Newtown. Ana's love for singing was evident before she was even able to talk. In a musical family, her gift for melody, pitch, and rhythm stood out remarkably. She never walked anywhere! Her mode of transportation was dance. She danced from room to room and place to place. She danced to all the music she heard, whether in the air or in her head. Ana loved her God, loved to read The Bible, and loved to sing and dance as acts of worship. We ask that you pray for the legions of people who are left behind to cherish memories of her. Ana is survived by her father, Jimmy Greene, a jazz saxophonist and an assistant professor of music at Western Connecticut State University; her mother, Nelba Márquez-Greene, program coordinator for the Family Therapy Institute at Klingberg Family Centers and Central Connecticut State University adjunct faculty; and her brother, Isaiah, a happy, intelligent and musical boy who loves hockey and very much misses his sister. Nelba Márquez-Greene said she hopes the tragedy of the school shooting will bring a greater awareness to mental health issues and to reduce the stigma attached to those with mental illness, perhaps preventing tragedies like the one that took Ana's life. Information on how those with mental illness can get help can be found at www.aamft.org. Cards for the Márquez-Greene family may be sent to WCSU, Department of Music, 181 White St., Danbury, CT 06810 or to Klingberg Family Centers at 370 Linwood St., New Britain, CT 06052. A Homegoing Celebration will be held on Saturday, December 22, 12 Noon, at The First Cathedral, 1151 Blue Hills Ave., Bloomfield. The visitation will be from 10 a.m-12 Noon, prior to the service, at the church. Her burial will be private. Donations in Ana's memory may be made to The Ana Grace Márquez-Greene Music Scholarship Fund, c/o Western Connecticut State University, Office of Institutional Advancement, 181 White St., Danbury, CT, 06810 or http://www.wcsu.edu/ia/greene-scholarship.asp; or The Ana Grace Márquez-Greene Family Therapy Fund, care of the Outpatient Clinic/Family Therapy Institute, Klingberg Family Centers, 370 Linwood St, New Britain, CT 06052 or https://npo.networkforgood.org/Donate/Donate.aspx?npoSubscriptionId=1001402&code=klingberg%20home%20page or The Artist's Collective, 1200 Albany Avenue, Hartford, CT 06112. In addition, friends have set up a fund to support the Marquez-Greene family at http://anagracefund.imageworksllc.com/ For online condolences please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com.

Published by Danbury News Times & Connecticut Post on Dec. 20, 2012.
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Always praying for your family. We will never forget your beautiful daughter!

Grace McD

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December 15, 2021

To Ana´s Family

May Ana Surround Each Of You With Warmth From Her Rays Of Sunshine... Heavenly Hugs To All...

A Mom Of An Angel

December 14, 2021

We will never forget you. God bless your family, sweet Ana Grace.

R.M.

January 14, 2021

you will be missed ana

January 13, 2021

she seemed like a wonderful little girl

January 13, 2021

Ana & Family

Ana as you walk with the angels may you Surround Your Family With Your Rays Of Sunshine.

Thinking of You

Heavenly Hugs
A Mom Of An Angel Cam

December 17, 2020

ana grace was an amazing girl may she rest in peace.

nathan rivera

Neighbor

December 12, 2020

she is an amazing girl. Rest in peace ana.

jordan rodriguez

Significant_other

December 12, 2020

DEAR GREENE FAMILY SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSED MAY SHE REST IN PEACE

DONNA PARKHURST

Friend

August 28, 2020

God bless and comfort her and her friends - still in our hearts and prayers.

Nicholas Abbagliato

August 26, 2020

Breana Balegal

Sister

April 18, 2020

Still thinking of you Ana, and always remembering love wins..

Martine

Acquaintance

December 14, 2019

Ana was so adorable. May Jesus keep her safe...

October 3, 2019

Sweet baby. Heaven is filled with your giggles and glee. God bless your family. And God bless you, Jimmy. It is profoundly clear that little Ana Grace's departure left a gaping hole in your heart that nothing else will ever fill. Your messages to her are so sweet. God bless you.

Lola M.

August 24, 2019

Ana will always be missed by everyone who loved her. My heartfelt sympathies go out to the Marquez-Greene family.

August 23, 2019

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August 21, 2017

CUTE ANGEL

Valenda Newell

June 20, 2017

Ana may you remain in gods loving arms forever.

Brian

May 1, 2017

happy easter ana,love you

jimmy

April 12, 2017

happy birthday ana ,on april 4 ,love you

April 2, 2017

love you ana

March 23, 2017

merry xmass

james havens

December 16, 2016

love you jimmy

james havens

November 9, 2016

Praying for your family always.

grace

October 13, 2016

will be thinking of you ana ,love jimmy

jimmy havens

October 12, 2016

thinking of you ana at the wizard of oz play,you would have loved it ,love jimmy

jimmy havens

September 2, 2016

ana lolly pops for you from my heart to yours ,love always jimmy

jimmy havens

August 3, 2016

ana you are always on my mind ,love jimmy

jimmy

June 7, 2016

flowers for ana ,love you jimmy

jimmy

May 14, 2016

love jimmy

jimmy

April 12, 2016

happy birthday ana on april 4,love you jimmy

jimmy

April 2, 2016

ana wishing you a happy easter ,love jimmy

jimmy

March 23, 2016

miss ana happy valentines day ,love you jimmy

jimmy

February 9, 2016

always thinking of you ana,love jimmy

jimmy

January 15, 2016

merry xmas ana, love you jimmy

jimmy

December 19, 2015

bella

December 13, 2015

love you jimmy

jimmy

November 19, 2015

wishing you a happy halloween ana ,candy for you ,love jimmy

jimmy

October 14, 2015

ana,thinking of you ,love jimmy

jimmy

September 9, 2015

a candle for ana

jimmy

August 7, 2015

I'm so sorry for the loss of your beautiful child. Keeping your family in prayer.

Natalie

July 29, 2015

Terri

July 8, 2015

ana wishing your dad a happy fathers day ,love you jimmy

jimmy

June 16, 2015

for you ana,love you jimmy

jimmy

May 14, 2015

I was watching Ana and her brother on the piano and she brought so much joy to me in my moment of pain until I saw Ana. She's truly God's angle and touching the world with you all love for her . God gave her a true gift that shows in her eyes and smile. Ana was your gift that God allow all that knew her-they were surely rewarded in her six years here on earth. Fine peace in what Ana accomplished in six years that many won't in a lifetime. Thank you Mr. & Ms. Greene for sharing Ana's story.

Happy Birthday,
Ana

Lois

April 6, 2015

To the Family of Sweet Little Ana Grace Marquez-Ggreene , my sincere sympathy and deepest condolences. May you find comfort from these two poems: "Oh, please don't feel guilty, it was just my time to go. I see you are still feeling sad, and the tears just seem to flow. We all come to earth for our lifetime, for some it's not many years, I don't want you to keep crying. You are shedding so many tears. I haven't really left you, even though it may seem so. I have just gone to my heavenly home, and I'm closer to you than you know. Just believe that when you say my name, I'm standing next to you. I know you long to see me, but there is nothing I can do. But I'll still send you messages and hope you understand that when it's time to "cross over," I'll be there to take your hand."
"Keep my memory with you. You see memories never die. I will be there with you . When you look across the sky, I will be there in the clouds. In the birds that fill the air. In the beauty of a fragrant rose. You will find my memory there. You will feel me in the Tenderness of a tiny baby's touch. You will hear me if you listen, in the twilight's Gentle hush. When your hearts are heavy. and you feel that you are alone, just reach down deep inside of you, for your heart is now my home. I will always be with you. I will never go away. For I will live on in your hearts, forever and a day. I will never be gone from you because I will always be a part of you alive within your hearts forever and always. I miss you and will always love you." (CL)

April 4, 2015

Happy Happy Birthday little Angel.

April 4, 2015

Wishing you a Happy Birthday tomorrow sweet Ana!

Brenna

April 3, 2015

ana grace marquez greene happy birthday i will be thinking of you on april 4 ,love jimmy

jimmy

April 3, 2015

Thinking of your family. I pray you are receiving God's blessings and comfort even now (Philipians4:6,7). May you look forward to the time when God ends sorrow, pain and death. I send my love.

Candace

February 14, 2015

happy valentines day ana,love you jimmy

jimmy

February 11, 2015

thinking of you ana on this winter day ,love you jimmy

jimmy

January 16, 2015

Praying for all 26 families who's loved ones were lost. I pray that in each passing moment your hearts are filled with unspeakable joy in knowing they are all with the Heavenly Father, safe in His arms. Peace be with you.

The White Family

J White

December 17, 2014

Ana was a cute, little girl. Two years has passed, but her innocence still remains among those who loved her, as well as to cherish every memory of her. My thoughts are still with Ana's family. May our loving God continue giving you all comfort and endurance to cope with your loss, and (John 5:29) be assured that our Lord will keep her memory close to him.

December 16, 2014

You are not forgotten, nor is your beautiful child.

susan

December 14, 2014

two years ana ,two years of tears , love you jimmy

jimmy

December 10, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Dorothy Hayes

December 9, 2014

Thinking of you and your family. I know you are watching over them. I'm sure you are running around in Heaven with all of your precious classmates. I find comfort in knowing you are all together in the arms of God.

Yates family

December 2, 2014

Ana Grace,

As we approach the 2nd anniversary of your tragic departure, I am reminded about what a wonderful little girl you were all the time. You made your parents, brother, family, and everyone very happy. When I am faced with difficult times, I think about your love of life including music, your family, fun, and all that life had to offer. Thank you Ana for being a special little girl. I am certain that you are in a nice place. Keep singing, smiling, and looking in on your parents. Most especially, keep a watchful eye on your brother as he was very close to you.

Angela T. Banks

December 1, 2014

ana be thinking of you on thanksgiving ,love jimmy

jimmy

November 19, 2014

thinking of you ana ,love jimmy

jimmy

October 15, 2014

love you jimmy

jimmy

September 11, 2014

i know you love music,thinking of you ,love jimmy

jimmy

August 14, 2014

flowers for ana ,we all love and miss you ,jimmy

jimmy

July 17, 2014

Love u ana from sis jada

jada berry

May 10, 2014

I miss in love u

jada berry

May 3, 2014

Anna I know that I,don't know you but every time I look at your picture I just start busting out in tears I fell bad for what happened to you I tell God why did it have to be you at such a young age I know u did not want to die nobody wants to die and you little Angel had a whole life ahead of you I am 12 years old and I pray for u every night and all the pain your parents had to go through and the pain sucks they had to go through I guess it was your call time to go home with the Lord baby ana I really miss you look over your parents for me and tell them not to cry your hallways by their side rest in peace sweetie I'll see you one day friend ana

jada ber ft

May 3, 2014

jimmy

April 9, 2014

Ana Grace, I know you had a happy birthday yesterday in heaven with your heavenly father and all your little friends. We will continue to keep your parents and brother in earnest prayer. Rest with God , little one.

Grace M

April 5, 2014

jimmy

April 4, 2014

I am wishing you a very happy 8th birthday on Friday sweet girl! Blessings to you and your family.

Brenna

April 1, 2014

ana i wish the greene family a happy valentines day ,love jimmy

james havens

February 13, 2014

bella b

January 29, 2014

my prayers are with you in your familey the angles are with her

marcia clement

January 5, 2014

Let There Be Peace On Earth!!

God Bless America , and All Of 'Her ' Dear Little Children !!!

Juli

January 5, 2014

Bella B

January 1, 2014

And I will rejoice in Jerusalem and exult in my people; No more will there be heard in her the sound of weeping or a cry of distress.” Isa 65:19. A wonderful promise Ana Marquez-Greene is surely missed prayers go out to all the families and friends.

December 28, 2013

Bella B

December 25, 2013

Rest in peace sweet Angel Ana. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers always.

karen imbimbo

December 14, 2013

my prayers are with the family of ana grace today.god bless you all.

bella b

December 14, 2013

My daughter Kiran was 6 years old when this beauti. Every once in a while I cry myself to sleep thinking; this could've been her.

Ashley Shannon

December 14, 2013

Remembering beautiful Ana and keeping her and the Marquez-Greene family in my heart and in my prayers today and every day. Love always wins.

Mary Kinsley

December 14, 2013

Rest in Peace

Scott Chamberland

December 13, 2013

You are in my thoughts and prayers. Ana will not be forgotten. LOVE WINS; ALWAYS!

APRIL SOOKRA

December 13, 2013

Beautiful little girl. Our hearts are with you and your family.

D See

December 13, 2013

Iwas watching the cbs morning show and was touched by Ana's dad letter to self and wanted to say, what a beautiful tribute from her dad. i love reading about her spirit. She lives in all of us. I feel your loss. i too lost a love one and feel hope for life after. i will also start writing. Please keep us inspired through your music. She is listening. We all are too.

December 13, 2013

god bless the family of ana.my prayers will be with you on the 14th

bella b

December 11, 2013

Ana
I'm sure you had a wonderful Thanksgiving in heaven with Jesus and your friends as it is probably thanksgiving everyday with your Heavenly Father. Wishing the Greene-Marquez family abundant peace during the holiday season and always.
Love wins.

Bernadette W. A.

December 4, 2013

And if I go, while you are still here...
Know that I still live on,
Vibrating to a different measure,
Behind a thin veil that you cannot see through.
You will not see me, so you must have faith.
I will wait there for the time when we can soar together again, both aware of each other.
Until then, live your life to the fullest.
And when you need me, just whisper my name in your heart,
...I will be there.
~Unknown

Lynn Westenberger

December 3, 2013

To the Marquez-Greene Family,
Thinking of you and your family every day and especially at this time of year. May you find peace this holiday season. We as a nation are still deeply affected by what happened and we will never forget them. Saw your Facebook page,it is beautiful but very sad. I am so sorry this happened to you and your family.
Sincerely,
The Chermansky Family
Cumberland, Indiana

November 27, 2013

ana wishing 26 families a happy thanks giving, love jimmy

james havens

November 27, 2013

happy turkey day in heaven. ana grace. to the marquez- greene family and frinds. may our father in heaven bring you comfort this holiday season. may he bring you all comfort on the firts year mark on 14 that ana grace went home to be with jesus.god bless you all

bella b

November 26, 2013

Thinking of you and sending prayers and vibes of courage.
Your sweet little angel is looking on you.

Marielle Poirier

November 25, 2013

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