Grandma,
There's not a day that goes by that I do not think about you. Your death took me by such a surprise and I still can't believe it. You are in all my dreams at night and I know that is your way of saying hello. Ill be graduating in a few months and I know you always said that you will fly to come to my graduation. You won't be there in the crowd but I know you will be watching from above. I miss you everyday. I hope this makes your heart sing.

Originally Written on May 23, 2012

How can you put 77 years on paper? Anne, I wish we had a chance to say goodbye. I know that you said "I must call my sister" - but I understand the God called you first.
I will always remember that last conversation we had. I told you to eat good, sleep good, and you will be strong enough to face it all. I wish it was as simple as that. I guess you were too tired and went to sleep peaceful. We had a wonderful childhood. Our summers in the country, our walks to the beach, and the 4th of July fireworks. As we grew into adults we stayed just as close and then so did our chilren. We were always surrounded by love.In good times and in bad we were always there for each other, and thank God there were mostly good times. With all the good tat you did, you were the most Christ like in your helping, doing and compassion for people.
In life you never gave up trying. You worked hard to accomplish waht you had. We shared such good times, friens and family They are our blessings in life.
I will miss you...I already want to pick up the phone and call you. You were not only my sister, you were my best friend. Wait for me and please have some rice pudding ready.

Love always your sister Lillian

It was a joy for me to reunite with Flora, Lillian and Ann.  I feel so fortunate to have shared two wonderful days after so many years.  Rest in peace Ann...

Cousin Ann,
Because of you and your guidance I learned about the world of books.  I will always be grateful.  The joy I get from reading I owe all to you.
We will miss you all the days of our life

Al& Victoria

Auntie Ann and her Husband Sal were two of the nicest people I have ever met. As we all should be painfully aware of none of us are perfect but these two people were never judgemental and accepted you for who you were and never expected you to be anymore then that.
They were that way in Brooklyn and did not change a bit when they moved here to Florida.
When in their company I was always able to be myself and never had to worry about being judged at all. 
They never put up with The Jones and always did what they liked to do.
Both of them will be missed by so many I am sure as they are missed by me.
Their Children and Grandchildren carry on their ways and I am proud to know them as well.

Auntie Ann,
Your sudden passing has taken everyone by surprise and has left such a void in all our lives. You were a very special part of my whole life. We never lived far from each other and our families have always been one. Even now when you are gone I pass the home you loved so much everyday, and the emptiness just fills me all over. We have shared everything and whether good or bad, you ALWAYS had a welcoming smile. You loved and protected your family above & beyond all others. I pray that you are at peace, and just know you will be missed for the rest of my life.
Flora

My Sister Ann,
You are missed beyond words. You were the most kind-hearted, giving person I have ever know. You were generous with you affection for all you family and friends and I know your nieces will always remember the holiday dinners at your house and the good times shared by all the cousins. All were welcome in your home and your heart.
Bernadette and MIchael

Ann....You will always live in our hearts....I will think of you every time I do the Waltz.....Our dances together were few but our joys together were many......I know You are still smiling and happy

Auntie Ann, you were truly a unique individual. I feel very lucky to have had such a special aunt in my life. So many of my great childhood memories were with you and your family. All the summers in Mastic Beach, trips to Fire Island, the annual 4th of July fireworks in the street, cousin Mary's Pool, Ornorfrios, May I, Pokeno, and the rest will never be forgotten. Our trips to Florida and all the family holidays won't be the same without you. You were always so proud of our successes in life, and were also there to give us support when needed. We all knew that when we went to your home, we'd be greeted with a smile and would have one of the best meals we've ever eaten! 
There will never be another Auntie Ann. But I hope I can share some of the joy you brought to my life with all my nieces and nephews. Your memory will live on in all of us. Keep dancing in heaven!

When someone we love becomes a memory, the memorie becomes a treasure

ann may you rest in peace you were always a great happy person i hope you watch over your son he loved you with all his heart

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.

In loving memory of my good friend.I will truly miss my dancing friend. "As you danced in the light with joy,love lifted you. As you brushed against this
world so gently,you lifted us"

OBITUARY

Ann Priola

October 11, 1934 – May 21, 2012

Babione Funeral Home

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