She graduated from West Philadelphia Catholic Girls High School in 1953. She married Alan J. Donnelly (Deceased) in 1954. They resided in Pennsylvania where they were blessed with 5 boys. They then moved to Avalon, New Jersey where they owned and operated Donnelly’s Deli. Eventually selling the deli and moving to Pompano Beach, Florida.
Years after Alan’s passing in 1978, She met her lifelong companion Allen Meyers (Deceased). The two of them loved life and traveling.
She is predeceased by her sons Joseph and Christopher.
She is survived by her sons Brian , Matthew and Glenn. Her Daughter-in-laws Barbara, Elizabeth, Denal and Laurie, 14 Grandchildren and 10 Great Grandchildren.