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Anna Novia Obituary
Anna is survived by her husband Steven Novia, Sr; two sons, Eric M. Kniskern of Lancaster, PA, and Brian J. Kniskern of Oxford; A daughter, Amy M. Generelli of Worcester; a step son, Steven Novia, Jr. of Reno, NV; one brother, James F. Vacca, Jr. of Grafton; five sisters, Nancy Billings of Grafton, Sandra Zimage of Las Vegas, Jamie Ford of Dudley, Laurie Vacca of Webster, and Frances Kemp of Columbia, MO; four granddaughters and a grandson; many nieces and nephews. Anna was born in Worcester, a daughter of James F. Vacca, Sr. and Rita (Biando) Vacca. She graduated from Tahanto Regional High school in 1970 and lived in Worcester before moving to Las Vegas, 9 years ago. Anna worked as a Customer Service Specialist for Citibank in Las Vegas. She previously worked more than 20 years for Allmerica in Worcester.
The funeral will be held Friday, December 7th from the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. with a mass at 11:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church, 24 Mulberry St. Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery, Boylston, MA. Calling hours will be held Thursday, December 6th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Funeral home. In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th floor Brookline, MA 02445-7226.
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Memories and Condolences
for Anna Novia
John Landry
December 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Vacca family. GOD bless.
Nelson and Dolores Carlson
December 10, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with Anna's family in this time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. With deepest sympathy.
Elizabeth Kniskern (Spencer)
December 9, 2007
Anna (mom) we all miss you deeply already. You can now rest in peace without pain. I will take care of Brian for as long as I live and I will be here for Eric and Amy as well. Your grandchildren love and miss you. We will think of you everyday.....God bless you Anna. I love you, Lizz
Walter/Wally McGurn
December 9, 2007
Though I was Rita's cousin I really did not know Anna. My regards, and prayers are with Your family at this time of loss. Sorry for Your Loss of Anna. I am Aunt Florrie son. Wally McGurn. God Bless You All.
peggy hayes
December 8, 2007
Steve and family,
I learned of Anna's passing when I talked to Barbara this morning. I am sorry to hear of your loss.
Angela Clark
December 8, 2007
Dear Laurie:
I'm very sorry to read about your sister, Anna. When we spoke about her this past summer, wondering if she was the same person who I worked with 33 years ago, she looks as I remember her. My thoughts are with you.
Bob Carrignant
December 7, 2007
Amy, Sorry to hear of your loss.
We will keep you in our prayers.
Brian Carignan
December 7, 2007
Amy,
I was very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. Please accept my sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please take care.
Chrissy Martell Bonofiglio
December 6, 2007
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Mario & Dee Dee Martellotta
December 5, 2007
To Steve and family,
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Dee Dee and I bowled with both of you for many years in Shrewsbury. Anna was a very special person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Elaine Terry
December 5, 2007
Steven,family and Vacca family,
So sorry for the loss of Anna. Even though we have not been in touch my sister and I send our deepest sympathy.
Elaine (Vacca) Terry
Terri (Vacca) DiPilato
(Bill & Phyllis Vacca daughters)
Chrissy (Novia) Cornella
December 5, 2007
Uncle Steven,
I am very sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you.
Mickey Drown
December 5, 2007
Dear Steven and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. While we were just acquaintences in passing so to speak we have known you many years through Nancy & Bert. Anna was a unforgettable person. She will be missed very much by you, her family and many friends and extended friends and family. Our deepest sympathy,
Mickey & Joe (Nancy's brother and wife)
December 5, 2007
dear amy, bryan and eric, so very sorry to hear about your mom. my sympathy to all of you and to your family.
sincerely beverly larson (i worked with your dad at john hancock.
Mark Ferro
December 5, 2007
My sympathies to everyone that knew Anna. I knew her for many years and she was one of the nicest people I have every known.
Jamie Liljegren
December 5, 2007
Brian, Amy, amd Erik.
I am terribly sorry to hear that your mother has passed! I remember nothing but good things about your mother and I hope that you can hold on to these memories in this time of mourning. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family and I am sorry for your loss. I'm sure she is in a better place and watching over you guys.
Sincerely,
Jamie, Jon , and Katie Liljegren
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