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Anne ROONEY-VANCO Obituary
Born in Holyoke, Mass., on March 5, 1964, she graduated from Denbigh High School in Newport News, in 1982.
Anne was preceded in death by her brother, Lynn Alan Rooney; her father, Herbert Leo Rooney; and her uncle, Patrick Rooney.
She is survived by her husband, Eric Vanco; her mother, Renate Rooney-Dofflemyer and her husband, John Dofflemyer; her aunt, Polly Vaughn; her uncles, Terrance Rooney, Loren Rooney II, and Mark Rooney; her dedicated friend, Emilio Alfaro; and her beloved cat, Shanghai.
She is now at peace!
Funeral services will be private. Arrangements are by Weymouth Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Anne ROONEY-VANCO
Carla Decosta
March 23, 2017
She was my best friend in high school. I still miss her !
Bessie Costanza-Grimaldi
December 2, 2010
To Anne's mother,
I was friends with both of your children. I worked with Lynn at Red Lobster and Anne and I were friend's at Dozier and at Denbigh. Our birthdays are 1 day apart...
I just heard of her passing from Mary Hudson a few days ago.
My prayers are with you and the rest of your family. I have MANY fond memories of bothe Lynn and Anne which I will hold dear.
Jane McIntire
October 11, 2010
wow, I am so sad that I did not try to find Anne sooner. We were friends some time ago. We had some great times together.
Kevin Newman
October 6, 2010
I just learned of Anne's death this morning, which is amazing since I had just been thinking about her, not having seen her since the early 90's. She and I were good friends. Many times she let me into her heart to know and feel what she was going through. We had some very poignant heart to heart talks that many times tore at my very soul. I know the pain she was going through then, and we often prayed together for her relief. I am so happy that she i no longer suffering.
Sweet mercies to you, my friend. Until we meet again.
Patricia Madden
September 27, 2010
There will be a memorial service for Anne on October 16, 2010, at 2:00 pm, at Faith Church of God, 1115 Todds Lane, Hampton, VA. Everyone is welcome! I was unable to contact most of the people on this guest book. If you know how to get in touch with them, please let them know about the service. If you need any more information, you can contact me by email at [email protected] or call me at 244-8339. Thank you and God Bless!
Ramona Conol
September 19, 2010
Anne will be greatly missed, I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Anne was a customer/acquaintance to scrapbooking. I enjoyed her photos and her family memories. She and Linda Husak would team together to scrapbook, we all had a lot of fun. May God comfort you during this time.
L Shenk
September 18, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Vanco's passing. I wish your family peace and strength during this difficult time.
Ralph Washburn
September 18, 2010
I am saddened to hear of Anne's passing. I had not talked with her since our high school days. We were in a couple of classes together. She helped me out in class from time to time which I greatly appreciated. I recall her as being a very helpful, pleasant, and very nice person. My sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Anne.
Joanna Holland
September 17, 2010
Anne was a special friend of mine and we shared many special times together. I am grateful that Anne knew the Lord and I will be able to see her again someday. I pray for her family during this time. I will miss her very much. Her sister in Chist,
Danny Teague
September 16, 2010
Anne will be greatly missed. She was such an inspiration to so many. Always joyful and always ready to encourage. She was a great Christian and loved to talk about her friend, Jesus. Tears come to my eyes each time I look at her photograph. I have known Anne for approximately 20 years and she has been a true and faithful friend to my wife and me. We plan to see her again some day on the other side. She is now with Jesus and the Bible declares in Psalms 16:11 "in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore". God Bless all those who are grieving.
Chris and family Wissmann
September 15, 2010
Eric, Emilio and Renate,
Our family sends our sympathy to you all. It is still surreal.
Anne was a very special woman- with a generous heart and an unshakable faith. God continues to teach me about faith and hope through her life. I am praying for you- and hope for you to know and feel the peace and love of God thru Jesus that kept Anne. Anne was a long time friend-- a loyal friend, a great encourager, a great "Aunt", a proud German, a determined student, a great poet, a compassionate animal lover -and she will be missed by many.
Tina
September 15, 2010
I met Anne in Office Max many years ago and invited her to the Bible study I was attending. She was very outgoing and a witness to others. So it was a shock to hear about Anne's untimely death! She was a sweet and sincere person who continued to trust God in the midst of difficulty. She was a cat lover like me. May God comfort all her family and friends. What a joyful reunion someday we will have!
September 15, 2010
In loving memory of Anne
She was a special person and a member of our Obici family. We loved her dearly and will miss her. God Bless you in your time of sorrow. Take care of Shanghai.
September 15, 2010
Anne was so precious and kindhearted. She was so friendly even towards strangers. She took such pleasure in the simple things. She truly loved the Lord and now she is taking great pleasure in all the things He has for her in His Kingdom. I'll miss going out to eat with her, our long phone talks, her conversations about Shanghai and all her past pets, the way she wrote her name so small on greeting cards, that SMILE and calling me Cathy Doo. I'll miss our conversations about the Lord. I'll miss her and so will many. See you later Anne. Love in Christ, Cathy (Doo)
Sharon Meddley
September 14, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Jessi King
September 14, 2010
I was truly inspired by Anne. She always had a smile on her face. She was a angel walking on this earth. She encourgaed me to be a better person. I know what the familys going through. Its not easy losing someone you love. I will always remember the smile she had.
Ute
September 13, 2010
I was truly schocked when I learned of Anne's passing. She was a woman of deep faith, and I know she is at peace now. My thoughts are with her family and many friends whose lives she touched with her beautiful smile and her kind spirit.
Jackie Sagadinous
September 12, 2010
My dearest precious sister Anne. What can I say- I'm in total shock over the death of my dear dear friend. How can this be. The only thing that encourages me is that this is not the end- we will continue our blessed relationship in Heaven one day. I truly valued our friendship. It meant so much to me. We always clicked in our conversations, you always listened to me, and helped me with my problems, and you always built me up, and encouraged me. But we also had many many laughs together. I will never forget you and the friendship we had. You were such a giving and kind hearted person. I love you and I will miss you tremendously. Until our time in Heaven. Jackie Sagadinous (Jackie doo)
Betsy Willard
September 12, 2010
Anne gave glory to God in every segment of her life! I am so blessed to have called her my friend. She taught me so much about walking in faith. She held no bitterness, only hope for the future. I'll miss our lunches at Pop's and her beautiful smile; but I can truly say I am happy that she will suffer no more. She is now with God.
September 12, 2010
I was very sad and surprised to hear of Anne's death. My deepest sympathy to her family. May God comfort and bring you peace during this difficult time. Again, please accept my most heartfelt sympathy. Debbie Linkous
Carol W
September 12, 2010
I am stunned that Anne is gone but she is with the Lord and in a better place. May the Lord really comfort her family and encourage them during this time.
Sandy Dixon
September 12, 2010
My heart was truly saddened when I heard of Anne's passing. Anne was a kind and caring person.
Patricia Madden
September 12, 2010
Anne was my one of my best friends. I truly love her and I will truly miss her! She loved the Lord with all her and He has called her home! Anne was so precious and loving and never had anything bad to say about anybody. She loved my little granddaughter and passed away on her 3rd birthday!
We had such wonderful fellowship together in the Lord. We both attended Faith Church of God. We will be having a memorial service for her in the near future, but not until after the 27th of September, since our pastor will be on vacation next week. I don't know all her friends so pls spread the word and contact me if you are interested in attending or just sharing memories about Anne.
Carol Breckons MacVaugh
September 12, 2010
I spent time with Anne in high school and always enjoyed her friendship and kindness. I'm sorry to hear of her passing.
VIRGINIA SHELNUT
September 12, 2010
I HAVE SHED A LOT OF TEARS SINCE HEARING OF ANNE'S DEATH AND THOUGH MY HEART HURTS THAT I WILL NEVER SEE HER HERE AGAIN, I AM SO COMFORTED IN KNOWING SHE WAS A CHRISTIAN AND IS NOW AND FOREVER IN HEAVEN WITH THE LORD. SHE LOVED MY LITTLE DOG, "SUGAR", AND WE ENJOYED TALKING ABOUT OUR MUCH LOVED PETS. I AM SO THANKFUL I WILL SEE ANNE AGAIN AND THERE WILL BE NO MORE TEARS FOR EITHER OF US! GINI SHELNUT
Mari Richardson
September 12, 2010
Anne had the soul of an angel. She was loyal and devoted to those she loved. I will miss her dearly and cherish the memories I have of her.
MARY HUDSON
September 12, 2010
WE WERE VERY SAD AND SHOCKED TO HEAR OF ANNE'S DEATH.JUST KNOW OUR SYMPATHY AND GRIEF ARE SHARED WITH YOU.RON AND MARY
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