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Anna DeFago Obituary
Known as Ann to her family and friends, she spent her adult life in Cuyahoga Falls where she worked for several retailers, retiring from Fazio's and taking a job "for fun and travel money" at Dots.
Ann was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Carl; and his siblings, cousins, and their spouses. She is survived by her sons, Carl (Robin), David, and Dennis (Susan); her granddaughters, Amber, Renee, Michelle (Nick) Fertig, Jessica, Erica (Joe) Giacalone; her great-grandsons, Quentin and Miles; Baby Giacalone (due in October); her great-grand dog, Bella; and countless nieces, nephews, and friends whom she loved from the bottom of her heart.
The family would like to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to all of Ann's clinical providers. A special and resounding applause goes out to Ann's incredible end of life care team who provided direct, open, and honest facts that allowed Anna to process the gravity of her condition which ultimately allowed her to leave her family and friends with extreme dignity, respect, tears, joy and above all laughter and love.
In accordance with Ann's wishes a private burial service will be arranged. However, the family will meet at the Anthony Funeral Home McGowan-Reid & Santos Chapel, 247 Stow Ave. (one block North of Portage Trail at 3rd St.) in Cuyahoga Falls on Sunday, from 1 to 2 p.m. for a celebration of her life. In December 2013, in celebration of Ann's life and in commemoration of her fond memories of family times spent at Northfield Park and her love of casinos we will be heading to the new Racino at Northfield Park! Hope you will join us to celebrate a life well lived! Thank you all for having been a part of it! (Anthony, Cuyahoga Falls, 330-928-1313, www.anthonyfh.com)
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Memories and Condolences
for Anna DeFago
henrietta defago
April 21, 2019
Thinking of you today as this is the Anniversary of your death. You touched us all lovingly. Thank you.
Henrietta DeFago
May 4, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes to Ann's sons and, daughter in-law and especially to her five granddaughters' who adored and loved her. She was a great lady and I was so happy to know her.
Patricia DeFago Buckeye
May 1, 2013
So sorry to hear of Aunt Ann's passing. My sympathy goes out to my cousins and their families. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Kim Beyer
April 30, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I know that she loved her family! Cherish the memories!
Kathy & Roger
April 28, 2013
You will be missed, Ann. Rest in peace.
Rosemary Morgan
April 28, 2013
Sorry to Here of your loss. Prayers to you all. I lost my sister last month. So memories are what keeps her alive. Remember you will see her again in heaven.
Kerry Westfall
April 28, 2013
My deepest condolences to Renee and family.
Butch & Sarah Corpening
April 27, 2013
Ann was such a large part of our family - the family that we got choose - we loved her like a mom and know she loved us like her children. We will hold a piece of Ann in our hearts forever and celebrate her life with joy.
matthew & nicole grohar
April 27, 2013
so very sorry for your loss erica and family ...your in our thoughts and prayers .....
Frank Foti
April 27, 2013
Sorry to hear of the passing of Ann. Your mother and mine along with Bessie always enjoyed great times together. I remember taking all of them on trips to Mountaineer Park. They never stopped talking the whole time. Iam sure the 3 will again enjoy their time together.
Jan Adams
April 27, 2013
May the family find comfort and peace in remembering fun times spent together. Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day.
Please accept my condolences.
Robert Sullivan
April 27, 2013
Carl-Carrie and I was so sorry to here of the passing of your mom.We were just talking the other day of how much fun we had with you and Robin in our bowling leagues. We will hold you guys up in our prayers.
Christine Tackett
April 27, 2013
With fond memories and a huge thank you for being my "adopted" grandma and loving me and my husband and daughter like we were one of your own.
Giacalone Jr Family
April 27, 2013
Grams was cheerful to be around, she will now watch and protect us all, Watching from Heaven above, God Bless
Autumn Hill-Vaughn
April 27, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Patty Sandy
April 27, 2013
Dear Carl and Robin ,
So sorry to read of the passing of your mother(mother in law)..Robin although I did not know her ,to be related to you makes her special..You are a SPECIAL lady and my prayers will be with you and Carl...Rest In Peace Anna
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