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Ann Labbate Obituary
Ann Marie Labbate passed away Thursday, February 18, 2016 at her home in Greenwich, CT. She was born September 28, 1942 in New York, NY, the daughter of Marie and Stanley DeNisco. She was united in marriage to Basil J. Labbate on June 29, 1968 in Pelham Manor, NY. They were married for 47 devoted years. Ann Marie received her BA at Newton College of the Sacred Heart. She worked as a Catholic High School teacher for 15 years in the Hell's Kitchen area of New York City. She then worked as a successful businesswoman at SND Electronics for several years. A tom-boy at heart, she was a great athlete and dedicated Yankee fan. She enjoyed opera and traveling the world with Basil. She is survived by her husband Basil; son Marco and his significant other Jen and her daughter Ava; grandson Marcello; 3 brothers, Rick, Kim, and Chris; 2 sister-in-laws, Sue and Theresa; 4 nieces Brooke, Alison, Stephanie, Sarah; and 2 nephews Spencer and Alex. Family will greet friends from 4pm-7pm on Tuesday, February 23rd at the Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home, 31 Arch St, Greenwich, CT 06830. The Funeral Mass will be held at Saint Michael's Church, 469 North Street, Greenwich, CT 06830, at 10:30am.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation at www.sjogrens.org. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.leopgallaghergreenwich.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Ann Labbate
Joe Siragusa
March 24, 2016
Our paths crossed too few times but I always new she was a good soul, an honest sincere person. Thinking back there were so many Pelham people I wish I got to know better. .....Joe Siragusa
Chris Paul
March 22, 2016
Saddened to hear of Anne Marie's passing. She was a sweet, caring person.
Another of our class members will be sorely missed. We love you, dear Anne
Marie.
Condolences from the Chris Paul family.
Brad Champagne
March 22, 2016
I remember Ann Marie in HS. She wore a cheerleader outfit on certain game days, and was very popular. A very gracious person.
Mary DeLima
March 22, 2016
She truly was a courageous and wonderful woman. The PMHS ladies who were fortunate enough to be within driving distance of Greenwich and therefore able to to enjoy her mini-reunions every couple of years had such great times sharing our stories, our photos, and our memories of life in Pelham. She always gave us her best gift -- the gift of her friendship. Mary Campins DeLima
Libby Franck
March 21, 2016
What a great loss, The Pelham Memorial HS Class of 1960 has lost a great lady. Smart, athletic, witty a wonderful professional woman, wife, mother, grandmother. We will miss our great friend.
Sheila Thompson Flores
February 28, 2016
Dear Friend thank you for so many treasured memories Newton.the Cape weekends at Nance'sthe clams, your wonderful steaksthe laughsand the wonderful feelings of unfettered friendship. Someday I will share them with you again with the Dear Lord..and we can play softball together without pain!! Until we meet again I will miss you. Sheila . For Basil, Marco and Marcello sincerest condolences from Sergio and me.
BROOKE DENISCO
February 24, 2016
I am spending time thinking of how strong my aunt was. She was so smart and knew how she wanted to live. She had an extraordinary way of putting you at ease and being non-judgemental. That mixture of conviction and compassion is rare, and I just admire her so much. I am so sorry for everyone's loss. All my love, Brooke
Ginny Maida
February 23, 2016
What a softball player. May she rest in peace. She was an inspiring teacher.
Never forgotten.
Maria Martinez-Wilkes
February 23, 2016
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Labbate's passing. She was a kind teacher and a great counselor during my years at Holy Cross Academy. I still remember her words of wisdom and it guided me through my young adult life. I was so happy to see her at our reunion. She will continue to be loved with her fellow believers in heaven . I know I will be seeing her again, rejoicing in heaven with all our loved ones.
Brian Bligh
February 23, 2016
To the Labbate and Denisco families. Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Ann Marie.I had the privilege of working with her during our time at SND. She was a wonderful person. May she rest in peace.
Joan and Michael Ward
February 22, 2016
Dear Basil, my heart broke when i heard the news of Ann Marie's passing. She was one of a kind, a special teacher and a very special friend over the years.
Even when we had loss touch with each other, all it took was that one phone call to be right back where we had left off. my deepest condolences to you, Marco and the extended family. May she rest in peace. Amen.
Joan ward
February 22, 2016
A treasured long time friend whom I will surely miss. Elaina Warren
Alice Cantwell
February 22, 2016
Ann Marie was one of the most wonderful people I have ever known and one of my two favorite teachers. As my sister, Julie said, "She kept on teaching even after stopped teaching." (Julie had only known for for about two years.) Please know that she will always be in our hearts but I am terribly sorry for our loss. My deepest condolences to Basil, Marco, Marcello and the rest of her family and friends. Rest in heavenly pleace, Mrs. Labbate.
February 22, 2016
We were devastated to hear of Anne Marie's passing Our heart felt condolences are with you, Marco and family. Your pictorial review of Anne Marie's life was beautiful. We will miss her dearly
Mary and David
Andrew Lifshin
February 21, 2016
No words....Robin and I will miss AM greatly.
Lucretia DePaola-Cefola
February 21, 2016
My deepest condolences to Basil. Marco and Marcello. Know that your wife, mother and grandmother had a tremendous effect on all of the lives she touched especially at Holy Cross Academy in New York City. I compared everyone of my son's teachers to this extraordinary teacher and not one could ever measure up or come close. We traveled together to the the Holy Cross reunions several times and shared many lively conversations. I appreciated her advice and wit. Thank you for sharing Ann Marie with us. Rest in Peace, Mrs. Labbate.
Rose Marie (Cucinotta) Donahue
February 20, 2016
I will always remember Mrs. Labbate with great fondness. I can honestly say she was one of my all-time favorite teachers. Not only was she a wonderful History teacher, but I also enjoyed having her for homeroom, and I really loved our little after school cooking club. I will never forget her beautiful smile and how she made her students feel so at ease. Thank you Mrs. Labbate, for helping me through those awkward teenage years. May God bless and keep you forever in His care. (HCA class of '72)
Rosemary Spinelli Curry-Class of '72
February 20, 2016
Mrs. Labbate was one of the best teachers I ever had. I feel blessed to have had her teach me in Holy Cross Academy and she influenced me throughout my education. May God let her rest in peace and my thoughts and prayers are with her family. God bless you all.
Mrs. Labbate at HCA, 1972 Year Book
Maria Suri
February 20, 2016
Thank you Mrs. Labbate! I am so deeply grateful for the life you lived, your teachings and your leadership. I don't know what brought you to Holy Cross Academy for Young Ladies but you have no idea how important and meaningful that would be to all of us that had the privilege to sit in your class. At a time when the role of women in this world was changing so quickly, and there were so few role models for the future, you helped create my vision of a future as an independent, thinking, empathetic human being not only through your teachings, but most importantly because in you we saw a woman of integrity, wit, professionalism and plain old smarts all wrapped us in this very hip package! I love you and hope we meet again. I could not have the life I live today without you.
To the Labbate Family, my deepest sympathies. I know it is a time of grief but I hope in time you can heal and feel the joy of her presence among you.
February 20, 2016
When I think of Ann Marie I will think of Christmas and of the many Happy Christmases spent at Rick and Sue's. God bless you, Ann Marie. Heartfelt wishes for peace, comfort and healing to family and friends.
Sarah Calvelli - New York, New York
1981 Ann Marie & Basil at Garron Party
Wendy & Jules Garron
February 20, 2016
Ann Marie Labbate was one of our dearest friends. Over a friendship of 50+ years we shared many happy times, and we supported each other during the dark days too. Having a friend like Ann Marie is a blessing! Our deepest sympathy to Basil, Marco, and especially to Ann Marie's adored grandson, Marcello, who brought such great joy to her life. May the Labbate and DeNisco families find solace in knowing how loved Ann Marie is -- now and forever. May Marco and Marcello take comfort in the knowledge that they contributed so much to Ann Marie's happiness. She was so proud of them! We will miss you always-- until we meet again.
Estrella (Castro) Diaz
February 20, 2016
Remembering a teacher who was way ahead of her time... She taught us so much more than history she taught us how to stand up for ourselves and have confidence all this by her mere presence. Mrs Labbate, you loved your girls and we loved you. May you rest in the arms of the Angels. HCA Class of '72
Louise Dunleavy
February 20, 2016
My love and prayers are with Basil and Marco, and Ann's beloved grandson, Marcello. Ann Marie was a dear friend and college mate of mine. She was the pillar of strength and is one of my life's models. God is with you now, Ann Marie!
February 20, 2016
"My sincere thoughts and prayers....Mrs. Labbate was an inspirational teacher and I credit my love for Social Studies and teaching to her patience and sense of humor. Joann Cavaliere Clynes class of 1972
Joanna Tonacci
February 20, 2016
Dear Basil and family, I was so sorry to hear about Ann Marie. I remember fondly my days with her at HCA. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joanna and Pete Tonacci
linda cacchioli
February 20, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with Labatte family. What an incredible loss...she was one of my favorite teachers at Holy Cross Academy. Linda class of 1972
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