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Anna Zizza Hemans
1946 - 2025
BORN
1946
DIED
2025
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Anna Hemans Obituary
March 29, 1946 - October 6, 2025
Anna Zizza Hemans, born on March 29, 1946 in Fragagnano, Italy, peacefully passed away on October 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Anna was preceded in death by her sisters, Maria Antonucci and Cosima Epifani, and her brother-in-laws, Giovanni Antonucci and Paul Viggiano.
She is survived by her husband, John, with whom she shared a lifetime of love and companionship for 55 years. Their beloved children are Mark, who resides in Clay, Timothy (Brenda), who lives in Hoschton, Georgia, and Nicholas (Mindy), who resides in Bernardsville, New Jersey. Their grandchildren are Joshua, Olivia, Charles, and Nicholas.
Anna is also survived by her brothers, Frank (Anna) and Gus (Sandra), her sisters, Teresa (Giovanni), Antonietta, and Ada (James), and numerous nieces and nephews. She was also cherished by her friends.
Anna spent most of her life in Auburn, where she immigrated from Fragagnano at the age of 12. She was a lifelong parishioner of St. Francis Church and a graduate of the school. From a young age, she developed a passion for cooking and fashion. Her dedication to family dinners and her talent for making her own clothes earned her the prestigious title of "best dressed" at Auburn's Central High School (Class of '67). However, it was her passion for cosmetology that ultimately led her to a nearly 50-year career as a hairdresser at Continental Coiffures. When she wasn't working, she could be found in the kitchen, baking Italian cookies for an upcoming event or making a home cooked meal. Alternatively, she could be found at the golf course, casino, or bingo hall, or volunteering as an usher to watch a play or two. In her free time, she spent quality time with her family, whom she was incredibly proud of and meant the most to her, and enjoyed a home-cooked meal together and played cards or other games. She was the energy in the room and cheering you on from the sidelines. She was one of a kind and will be truly missed by those that knew her.
The family would like to thank all of the family, friends and caretakers for all of the love and support.
A calling hour will be held Tuesday, October 14th from 10:30 AM until 11:45 AM, with her Mass of Christian burial to follow at 12:00 PM, all inside of St. Francis of Assisi Church, 299 Clark St., Auburn, NY 13021.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the St. Alphonsus Food Pantry, located in the Finger Lakes Mall, Auburn, NY.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Beckwith Family Type Adult Home
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The Beckwith Family Type Adult Home would like to offer our condolences to the Hemans family. Anna was a ball and energy and a source our pure love. Her big smile would light up the room. We are honored to have been trusted by Mark, Tim, and Nick to care for their beautiful mother. We will truly miss her.
Reggie
October 10, 2025
My dearest Antoinette,
I´m so terribly sorry to hear of Ann´s passing. Please know you have my deepest sympathy.
Reggie
Judy Lepak
October 10, 2025
To the Zizza & Hemans families. We are so sorry for your loss. Anna was my hairdresser for several years & I worked with her at Dunn & McCarthy's. Judy & Lynn Lepak
Thomas Baroody
October 10, 2025
Sorry for your loss. Great lady, in our prayers.
Paul and Susan English
October 10, 2025
Paul and I are Very Sorry to hear about Anna´s passing!!! She was a Sweet Woman!!! Thinking of All of you at this Difficult time!!!
Beverly M. Sobus Beer.
October 10, 2025
I went to Central High with Anna. She was a kind ray of sunshine to all who had the honor of knowing her. Rest in Peace Anna.
Marianne Augello
October 10, 2025
John and family, so sorry to hear of Anna's passing. So many fond memories of our Singer/Mcquay outings and fun times. Hugs and prayers.
Katie Orman
October 10, 2025
My sympathies to the entire family. Anna cut my hair for many years until her retirement. She was so much fun, loved regaling stories of her practical jokes, talking about her boys, sharing stories about family gatherings, golf and baking. Her sense of humor was awesome. I have missed her. Keeping you all I´m thoughts and prayers
Bonnie Dwyer
October 9, 2025
To all of Anna´s family she was a wonderful person and I´m so sorry for your loss she´s in my thoughts and prayers.
Fritz & Phyllis (Garr) Allen
October 9, 2025
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies.
Anna was a lovey person and a friend to both of us.
You would always know you were getting a smile from Anna when you passed her on the street when she was out for one of her numerous walks or at Highland.
We hope that the love and memories you will forever hold in your heart bring you peace and comfort during this most difficult time.
Rest in Peace Anna and may you have peace in your new life with OUR Lord.
She will truly be missed by us.
Fritz & Phyllis Allen
Irene Erra Pidlypchak
October 9, 2025
To John & Anna´s boys- I am so saddened about her passing. She was not only my hairdresser for many many years, but also a dear & loving friend. She will be missed by all who had the good fortune to know her.
Irene & Mike Pidlypchak
Barbara Williams Miller
October 9, 2025
Anna was in my Beauty School class She was someone you could never forget. Her talent for doing hair was top notch. Anna was very sweet person and I have thought of her through the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mary Dorsey
October 9, 2025
I was saddened to read of Anna's passing....my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
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