Anna Annese Obituary
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Anna was born in Redford, County, Missouri, the oldest daughter of Earnest Barton and Ora Lucille (Mann) Barton. Anna married Nick Annese on May 17, 1952 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Arcadia, Missouri. Anna was the matriarch of the Annese family and was the "Rock" in keeping the large family together. Anna worked 22 years for Corunna Public Schools as a paraprofessional. After retiring, she volunteered at the Community District LIbrary Friends group and was instrumental in helping to establish their used bookstore. She was an avid reader and great supporter of Corunna Athletics.
Anna and Nick were blessed with five children. Nick preceded her in death without getting to enjoy their 16 grandchildren who were her pride and joy. She loved cooking for them and spent many memorable hours watching them play sports. She is also survived by 15 great grandchildren.
Anna is survived by children: Stephanie, Steve (Penny), Mike (Renata), Tony (Christine), Phil (Vicki). Grandchildren: Nick Birchmeier, Anne Birchmeier, Nicholas J. Annese, Amanda Schuster, Angela Gilson, Stephen A. Annese, Andrew Annese, Samantha Dekkinga, Matthew Annese, Steven R. Annese, Nicholas P. Annese, Alexandra Hamel, Anthony M. Annese, Phillip Annese, Anthony W. Annese, Ryan Annese. Anna leaves behind many special friends, also, sister Wanda (deceased) and brothers Charles and Jerry and many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to "Corunna Athletics" to continue improving the Nick Annese Athletic Field.
The family is being served by Watkins Brothers Funeral Homes, Corunna Chapel. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.WatkinsFuneralHomes.com
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