Anna Mae Martorelli

Anna Mae Martorelli, 84, of Bokum Road, Chester, passed away Wednesday (October 23, 2013) at Essex Meadows Health Care Center in Essex surrounded by her children. She was the daughter of Edward Moran and Elizabeth (Forde) Moran. She was born in Chester on November 4, 1928 and was a lifelong resident of Chester. She was the beloved wife of the late Alfonso Martorelli.

Anna Mae was best known by family and friends as a kind, loving, giving and wonderful person. Her most important contribution to the world was being such a great mother and grandmother. She was a living example of kindness and love.

She is survived by three sons, Edward Martorelli and his wife Amy Knaggs of Chester, David Martorelli and his wife Kristie of Surprise, Az., John Martorelli and his wife Katie of Chester; two daughters Beth Abbey and her husband Jay of Middletown, Joan Aresco and her husband Joe of Chester.

She is also survived by two sisters, Katherine Foley of Cromwell and Margret O’Neal of Deep River as well as many nieces and nephews. Anna Mae was the very proud grandmother of Jill Abbey of Middletown, Lukas Martorelli of Surprise, Az., and Ava Martorelli of Chester.

Mrs. Martorelli was predeceased by three brothers, Thomas Moran, Edward Moran and James Moran; and one sister, Elizabeth Vuono.

The family would like to thank Dr. Louise Maloney and all of the nurses and staff at TriTown Family Practice for the loving dedication they have provided to Mrs. Martorelli and her family for so many years. The family would also like to express their deep gratitude to the caring nurses and staff at Essex Meadows during her final days.

Funeral services will be held Monday, October 28, 11 a.m. at The Swan Funeral Home, 1224 Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook. Friends may call at the funeral home prior to the service 10-11.am. Burial will be private.

Contributions may be made in her memory to the Chester Hose Company, P.O. Box 214, Chester, Connecticut 06412.