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Ann Berrini Obituary

Ann Elizabeth Berrini, 69, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024, at Allied Services Hospice Center, Wilkes-Barre.

She was born in Wilkes-Barre, a daughter of the late Michael and Ann Kelly Guzzo. Ann was a graduate of Coughlin High School, Class of 1972, where she met and started dating her future husband. They would spend 55 years together, a testament to her loyalty to family and those she loved.

In addition to her devotion to family and friends, Ann extended kindness to all that she met. Casual acquaintances quickly became unlikely friendships, as she listened with genuine interest and always remembered the details the next time they spoke. Her enthusiasm and positivity as a high school cheerleader continued throughout her life, always cheering and rooting for family and friends in all that they did.

Ann enjoyed arts, entertainment and fine dining, often taking trips to New York City to see musicals and have delicious meals. In Ann's company her laughter was infectious and brightened any room. She truly did live for the moment and focused on the bright side of life.

Prior to her retirement, Ann was employed for 50 years at Conyngham & Company and later at Wegmans. Ann was a member of St. Nicholas-St. Mary's Parish, Wilkes-Barre. At St. Dominic's Church, she taught Sunday school and coached youth soccer in Parsons.

Ann is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Dominick Berrini; sons, Dominic Berrini, Burlington, Vt.; and Samuel Berrini and his wife, Marissa, Charlotte, N.C.; sisters, Kathleen Guzzo Williams and her husband, David; and Ellen Kelly; brothers, Michael Guzzo and his wife, Kathy; and Samuel Guzzo and his wife, Michele; mother-in-law, Marion Berrini; brother-in-law, Michael Berrini; sisters-in-law, Michelle Casey and her husband, Jack and Diane Puchalski and her husband, Robert; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ann's husband, Dominick, and her family wishes to thank the nurses and staff at Allied Services Hospice Center for their compassionate care. They are truly angels on Earth.

A celebration of Ann's life will begin with a visitation for family and friends from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Nicholas Church, 226 S. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10 a.m. Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover Twp.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ann's memory to Allied Services Hospice Center, 200 S. Meade St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702.

Condolences may be sent by visiting Ann's obituary at www.ngjfuneral.com.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Nat Gawlas Jordan Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Citizens Voice on Apr. 26, 2024.

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Lauren Zluchowski

May 5, 2024

I had the pleasure of working with Ann at Wegmans. She was always kind, pleasant, and willing to help in any way she could. I will always treasure my memories of her

Toni White

April 30, 2024

It was my honor to know Ann and work with her for a few years. I will truly miss her smile her kind words.

Susan McGrady

April 30, 2024

So sorry to hear of Ann's passing, what a beautiful person. Another Angel looking down upon her loved ones. May she rest with the Lord.

Michele Gayoski

April 29, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Ann was truly one of those people who was always smiling and kind to everyone. May she rest in peace.

Toni Ann

April 29, 2024

Dom Kathleen Mike Sam and all the family
I am so saddened by this news
I will always have such fond memories that we all had
Love to all
Toni Ann

Patty Chissler-Phillips-Pavlock

April 29, 2024

So sad to see Ann has passed. I grew up in Parsons, went to St Dominic's and Coughlin. Such a beautiful woman. Lost touch until years later met up with her at Wegmans. Of course we talked like we just saw each other yesterday! Then didn't see her for awhile until I was mailing a letter at the W-B post office and a woman said my name. It was Ann. She told me what she had been going thru. I understood. Both my Husband and I went thru it. lost 2 of my sisters to it. Let her know she was strong, she could beat it. Sometimes, no matter how strong you are, it wins. God love you Ann, you will be missed.

Jane Williams

April 29, 2024

My condolences to all those who loved Ann.
I graduated from Coughlin with Ann and she was always so pretty and friendly and nice. I reconnected with her at some of our class reunions and she was just as lovely as ever.
May she rest in peace.

Melissa Breslin

April 29, 2024

I had the pleasure of knowing Ann thru my mother, Debbie Gallagher. I am so sorry for your loss. I have many great memories of times with Ann and my mother. Trips to new york, her visiting our house with my mom. I cherish the friendship she had with my mother and how they were two peas in pod. Our thoughts are with you - Melissa Breslin and family

Cass Lavelle

April 29, 2024

To Ann´s family: I had the privilege of working with Ann at Wegmans, and later had the honor of styling her hair for a few years. Ann was one of the kindest, most empathetic, and beautiful people I have had the pleasure to know and work with. It was a pleasure to know her. May your family find joy in her memory.

Charlie Popovich

April 29, 2024

Dear Dom and family,
What can I say about this... what a gift our Lord sent when He allowed Ann to come into the world and grace us with her presence. She brought joy to everyone who met her and was loved so much in return. She was blessed to have found the perfect life long companion when she met and married Dom, who I was lucky enough to have as a friend. The times we shared going out for dinner are memories I think about often... so much laughter and fun!
I´m truly hurting with you... my tears don´t seem to stop flowing.. please know I´m here if you ever need anything Dom.. and I know Lorraine is with her now... and they´ll never leave us... close your eyes and she´ll be there...
Much love and respect,
Charlie

Lori, Bob and Fred Riemensnyder

April 28, 2024

Dear Dominick and Family,
Words cannot express our heartfelt sadness of Anns passing. May God watch over you and your family and most of importantly Ann during this trying time. Ann will always be in your hearts and watching over you. God be with you. Lori, Bob and Fred

Tarah Rawhouser

April 28, 2024

I´m so very sorry for your loss. I feel this deeply. Ann Bernini was full of endless compassion, empathy, wisdom, positivity, thoughtfulness....her effect on others was lasting. My deepest condolences to the Bernini Family. I´m so sorry.

Virginia Chwastyk

April 28, 2024

I worked with Ann at Wegmans. She was such a wonderful woman. Rest in peace Ann.

John Bednarz

April 28, 2024

My condolences to the entire family. Ann was truly one of the people you would most want to meet and know on this planet. She was kind and I can honestly say I never saw her without a smile. Although I didn´t see her much recently I will never forget how she was so sweet and always made the time to talk, say hello and ask how we were doing. Dom had a gem of a life partner!

Rick & Linda Pesotski

April 28, 2024

Dear Dom and Family, We are so sorry to hear about Ann. She was one of the sweetest people I ever met.

Noreen Paciotti

April 28, 2024

I am truly sorry to hear of Ann´s passing. She was a remarkably kind and loving person. We grew up together in Parsons, and I can honestly say I never heard her utter an unkind word or thought about anyone. Our world needs more people like her. My thoughts and prayers are with Dom and their family. You were truly blessed with a very special person and your loss cannot be imagined. Some day you will be able to enjoy your many many wonderful memories of a life shared with a beautiful soul.

Kate Sholonski

April 28, 2024

I was very sad to hear of Ann`s passing.

Although I no longer live in Wilkes-Barre and haven´t seen Ann in many years, when I would picture her face, I would smile. Her legacy of joy is what I will remember.

Several years ago, when I was undergoing cancer treatment, in spite of the distance between our homes, she was one of my most enthusiastic and caring supporters.

I offer my condolences and blessings to her family.

Jock Conyngham

April 28, 2024

Dom and family, we are sorry beyond words for your loss. I know I speak for many when I say I looked forward to every interaction with Ann. She was an infinite help to my family, and any day we crossed paths was a better day. We share your grief.

Jim Curry

April 28, 2024

Dominick, we are so sorry for your loss. Condolences to your family. Jim and Missy Curry.

Tanya McDonald

April 28, 2024

Ann was such a beautiful person inside and out. My condolences to the family. She will be missed.

Lori Liparula

April 28, 2024

Im very sorry to hear the sad news of Ann´s passing. Condolences to the entire Guzzo- Berrini families. May God bring you peace during this time.

Nick Sanguiliano

April 28, 2024

My sincere condolences to you and your family on the death of Ann.

Deborah Reisser Trevethan

April 27, 2024

My Condolences To The Berrini Family For The Loss Of Such A Wonderful And Kind Lady. Always Smiling. God Bless

Robert H Smith

April 27, 2024

I am deeply saddened by the passing of Ann. She was a very important member of the Bear Lake Association management tea. Her warm personality and strong accounting abiities made working with her always a pleasure. I will long remember Ann as a wonderful friend.
Robert H Smith

Joan Perry George

April 27, 2024

Dom and family,
I am sorry for your loss. Ann was truly a wonderfully kind person and she will be missed by the Parsons community. May she rest in peace!

Joan Perry George

Sandra Pasternick

April 27, 2024

As a hospice nurse at Allied Meade St unit I had the priviledge of taking care of Ann in her last hours. She was blessed to have such a loving and caring family and I know she will always be a part of their lives. Thoughts and prayers to her husband and sons. Sincerely, Sandy Pasternick RN

Susan Zulkoski

April 26, 2024

Dom, Dom and Sam......we are so sorry to hear of Ann´s passing. We all spent a lot of years on the soccer fields. She will be missed.
Victor and Susan Zulkoski

Linda (Pluskey) West

April 26, 2024

Dom and Family,
I´m so very sorry to hear of your loss. Ann was the sweetest, kindest, and most positive person I´ve ever known. May your hearts hold the blessings of the life you shared and the love that will always be a part of you.

Grace B

April 26, 2024

Ann was a sweet soul..always a smile... alway kind words for all...always crazy in love. Her family.. always the person we should all emulate... the world is a better place for having Ann in it... rest peacefully in heaven

Lois and Joe Pluskey

April 26, 2024

Joe and I would run into Ann at Wegman´s. She always went out of her way to come over and say hi to us. And always with a big smile on her face. The picture of positivity. We are so devastated to hear of her passing. She made the world a better place. Our condolences to Dom and the entire family.

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