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Ann Duell Obituary
Chili: Passed away peacefully after a long illness at the age of 77 on January 22, 2017. Ann is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Ronald. They were married for 57 years. Ann is also survived by her children Michael (Molly) Duell, Jeffrey (Marylu) Duell and Wendy (Jeffrey) Valone and five beautiful grandchildren Shane and Daniel Duell, David and Vanessa Duell, Matthew Valone, and a loving sister, Marian Smith of New Jersey. Ann was close to her cousins, nieces, nephews and many wonderful friends.
Family and friends may call on Saturday January 28 from 9-10 AM at St. Pius Tenth Church, 3000 Chili Avenue with a funeral mass to follow at 10 AM. Internment will be private at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ann's favorite charity, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
The Duell family would like to thank the staff at Hildebrandt hospice for the wonderful care Ann received.
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Vanessa Duell
November 28, 2017
Grammy, I truly do miss you and I miss the time we spent together. I loved making chocolate chip cookies with you and you were one of my idols. I love you and we will be together again.
Linda McIntee
April 20, 2017
Missing my dear friend Ann.. I have so many wonderful memories of our lifetime friendship. See you on the other side.
Forever loved and missed.
Linda (Hopkins) McIntee
Sharon and Marian with Ann
Sharon Finkbeiner
February 15, 2017
Ann and Elaine
Sharon Finkbeiner
February 15, 2017
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Ann and Michael
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February 15, 2017
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Margaret Merkley
January 30, 2017
Dear Ron, Mike, Jeff, Wendy & families
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your wife, mom and grandma. We're sorry that we were unable to attend Ann's service, and hope that your wonderful memories will comfort you during the difficult days ahead.
Sincerely,
Robert & Marg Merkley
anne mishon
January 28, 2017
Dear Duells,
We send our deepest sympathy to your whole family during this time. Hopefully knowing that she is at peace will help ease your loss.
Our love,
Anne and Yitzhak Mishon and family.
Shawn McAvoy
January 27, 2017
Ron, Mike , Jeff and Wendy, I am so sorry to hear about your loss . Your Mom was a Great lady!! My God Bless your family and you are in our thoughts and prayers!! Take Care. We will talk soon!
Shawn/Bon & Kids (McAvoy)
Glenn (Sharon) Goodberlet
January 26, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about your loss and you have my condolences. I have very fond memories of her during Chili Lion & Cardinal Mooney football games. She was a wonderful lady. I am sure she is resting peacefully with wonderful memories of her family. Best wishes.
Glenn (Sharon) Goodberlet
Donna O'Neil
January 26, 2017
So sorry to hear of Ann's passing. She was a member at Curves Chili and I will always remember her wonderful sense of humor and laugh. Condolences to the family
Nancy & Bill Johnroe
January 26, 2017
So sorry to hear of Ann's passing. Remembering her smile and sense of humor . God bless her.
Diane Sagrafena
January 26, 2017
Wendy and Family,I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. May God Bless all of you at this time.Love you all.
Family Read
January 26, 2017
Our sincerest condolences on your loss. May the peace that passes all understanding be yours as you reflect on the joyous memories remembered as you celebrate her life.
The Read Family...
Winnie Lyons
January 26, 2017
Ron and Family: Ann has been my lifetime good friend. She will be dearly missed. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. Memories are the legacy of love.
January 26, 2017
Ron and family. Ann was my very dear friend. We shared so many wonderful times. It was our privilege to have known her. She will be missed. Love and prayers. Don and Barb Tosti
Linda Mack
January 25, 2017
It was my honor and privilege to have taken care of Ann in her final days. Prayers are with you.
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