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Anna Mae McGrath Davis

Anna Davis Obituary

Davis, Anna Mae McGrath (nee McGrath), 72 years, mother to Mariann, Tom, Jean, Mary Kate, Frank, Matthew, and Chris; adoring mother-in-law to Scot Mangun, Cathy, Burt Stencel, Rose, Kelly, and Jenny; Granna extraordinaire to Kevin, Bryan, Regina Mangun, Jake, Hannah, Zachary, Jordan, Noah, Ellie, Ben, Madeline, Truman, Nathaniel, and Josh Davis, Cole, Sam, Rory Stencel; wife of Frank "Rog" 20 years, sister to Gene, preceded in death by sister Skeez, brothers Vince, Frank, Harold, Norm, Bob, and Phil, mother Anna and father Norman, in-laws Bill, T.D.; survived by sisters-in-law Anna Marie, Therese, Carol, dear cousin of Anna Marie Franko, and many more, fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Member of FAETA, St. Jude's Parish in New Lenox, retired 20 year R.N. from St. Joseph's in Joliet, formerly of Little Co. of Mary Hospital. Graduate of St. Mary of Nazareth and Academy of Our Lady. Memorial service Saturday, 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, 235 North St. in Manhattan. Memorial open house 2 to 5 p.m. call (800) 905-2089. In lieu of flowers, make donations to Heifer Intl. or WTTW.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 23, 2006.

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Carrie Palcisko

February 25, 2006

I worked with Ann at St. Joseph's Hospital/Joliet in the 70's/midnight shift and had a ball, I will never forget those fun times...My condolences to the family...Carrie Palcisko, RN BS

Alice Rimgale

February 25, 2006

Dear family of Anna,

I was very saddened to read about my friend, whom I lost contact with. Anna was a beautiful, giving person. Please know that all of you will be in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.

Marie Pelc

February 24, 2006

Dear Children of Anna Mae,

I cannot express the sorrow I felt upon hearing of the death of your mother. She will always be "Annie"

to me and my "roomie". How lucky was I to have been chosen. We shared many happy and funny times, full of anticipation. I will never forget her.

Please accept my deepest sympathy and know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Marie McNamara Pelc R.N.

Carol McGrath

February 23, 2006

Family, know that your Mom will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts. May the many happy times and loving memories carry you through and "may God hold you in the palm of His hand", until you meet again. Love, Aunt Carol

February 23, 2006

With sincere sympathy in the loss of your mother. All of you are in our prayers.



Your neighbors on Wood St.

The Quinns

Jean Enright,Plewa, R.N.

February 23, 2006

Dear family of AnnaMae,

My deepest sympathy on the loss of your very loving mother. All during nursing school, she was always so cheerful and helpful to others. Her smile was like sunshine on a cloudy day. She was a real fun person. I regret I had lost contact with her. I will remember the happy times in school and after. I hope you too will treasure only happy memories of this wonderful woman. My prayers along with prayers and sympathy from some of our classmates are with you today and all during your grieving journey.

Joan Davis Cipriani,R.N.

Juanita Gonzales Gibner, R.N.

Jean Enright Plewa, R.N.

Julie Melfi

February 22, 2006

Aunt Anna Mae was a kind and loving person who never had a mean thing to say about anyone. She had a strong, but gentle, spirit that made people want to be around her. She helped us make many happy memories, from singing the 12 Days of Christmas at the family Christmas party to rounding up the latest generation to sing. Her physical presence will be missed greatly, but her spirit surrounds us still --- know that she is with you....

Mike Bright

February 22, 2006

What a great gift it was to know her.

Anna May made a difference in my life.



I love her.



Via Con Dias

Kate Stencel

February 22, 2006

Anna Mae was my mother, and a fantastic woman. We will miss her!

Sue McGrath

February 22, 2006

Anna Mae was a force of nature, and she will be missed. I have only fond memories of her holding court, telling hilarious stories, cracking jokes; always a half smile on her beautiful face. Her amazing spirit and zest live on through her fun loving close knit family. My love and condolences to all. I will be with you in spirit on Saturday.

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