Antoinette Gaffney

“Don’t be sad, don’t cry.  Be happy for me!  I’ve had a long, good life!”

Antionette Gaffney passed away peacefully the morning of February 20, 2025 – those were her last words, in the days prior, to her loved ones.

Ann lived a full life and while not always easy, she always persevered.  That is what anyone who knew her would remember – her strength, her perseverance, and her grace – even during the toughest of times.  One of her go-to sayings was, “Life is not fair, but we keep going and we do the best we can.”  That’s what Ann did and the advice so many of us will continue to carry with us in her absence.

Ahead of her time, Ann always worked and prided herself in doing so.  She had a career as a legal secretary that she loved – even in her later years, she’d spend her time reading contracts, drafting wills, and taking personal notes in short-hand.  She was married to the love of her life, George and after many years of trying, had her daughter Doris who she called “her blessing from God”.  She was blessed to have spent time raising her grandchildren, Gianna and Joseph, and being in the lives of her great-grandchildren, Elyse, Aria and Anthony.

Near the end, Ann recalled all the wonderful people in her life that she’d loved so much and her gratitude.  Whether it be a freshly made apple pie, a crossword puzzle, a crocheted sweater, or a John Grisham novel, we will always all remember Ann in our hearts with the same gratitude.