Ann V. Thome

She was born on September 9, 1939, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Anthony Valenti and Clara Louise Bretey Valenti. Ann graduated from Chalmette High School in 1957. She lived a full and meaningful life, devoted to her family and the people she loved.

Ann was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Family was always her priority, and she was loved by so many. Her gentle, easygoing nature earned her the affectionate nickname “Saint Ann”.

In her younger years, Ann had a green thumb and found great joy in gardening. She was also a gifted seamstress, lovingly creating beautiful wedding, prom and dance dresses, as well as elaborate Mardi Gras costumes for her children. And, of course, there was her cooking! Among the many treasured traditions she passed down to her children was her delicious butter beans recipe, a family favorite that will continue to be enjoyed for generations. Ann will be remembered not only for her many talents, but for the love she poured into everything she did.

Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony Valenti and Clara Louise Bretey; her beloved husband, Elden Charles Thome; her precious great-granddaughter Charli Ann deAlminana; and her younger brother, Anthony V. Valenti.

Her greatest blessings live on through her children, Stephen Thome (Melanie), Alisa Hernandez (Bobby), and Julie Shain (Mark); her adored grandchildren, Kristi (Leon), Lindsey, Kelli (Ryan), Matthew, and Jace (Ashley); as well as her great-grandchildren Elle, Liv, Luci, Demi, Drake, and Jhett. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Elena Valenti and Janet Boyd (Jimmy) as well as many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Ann will be remembered for her loving heart, her quiet kindness, and the family she cherished above all. She was loved by so many and will be missed dearly.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held on Thursday, November 12, 2026 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA. A Funeral Mass will follow. She will be laid to rest in St. Benard Memorial Gardens.