Obituary of MaryAnn DiDonna
COLONIE –
On Tuesday, June 10th, 2025, MaryAnn DiDonna (O'Connell) 84, passed away peacefully in her sleep, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion to her family and friends.
MaryAnn was born on January 25, 1941, and was the daughter of Ralph and Bertha DiDonna (predeceased).
She was the beloved mother of six children: Jack O'Connell (Mary), Debbie Jackson (Jeff), Eileen Iannone (James), Coleen Greene (Bobby), Joe O'Connell, and Katina Terrault (Joe). She was also a proud grandmother to twelve grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren: Eric, Kayla, Kim, Heather (Brandon) Kelly, Timothy (Paige), Shane, Aleesha, Jaimie, Thomas Jessica (Steve), and Kenny (Shannon). Great grandchildren: Kaiden, Olivia, Sophia, Austin, Breyson, Natalie, Adaline, Leyton, Allie, Marco, Lillian, Cullen, Reilly and Marie, each of whom she adored deeply.
She is survived by her brothers and a sister: Robert DiDonna (Linda), Michael DiDonna (Ellen), Margaret DiDonna, and Stephen DiDonna (JoAnna). She was predeceased by her brother Richard DiDonna, whom she cherished.
MaryAnn was a woman of warmth and kindness, known for her unwavering friendships that she treasured throughout her life. She grew up in North Albany where she met and married John (Jake) O'Connell (predeceased). They were together for over 20 years and created the big family we are today.
MaryAnn’s legacy will live on through the countless lives she touched. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered in the hearts of those who loved her.
Please join us for viewing and mass at St Ambrose Church in Latham at 10am on Monday June 16, 2025, following the mass, there will be a Christian burial in St. Agnes Cemetery in Menands NY.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family, online at: TheRiverviewFuneralHome.com
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