Ann Marie O’Donnell, 56, of Newark, Delaware passed away at home on Friday, January 8, 2021, with her siblings by her side. Ann gracefully battled a long journey against ovarian cancer.
Ann was born February 16, 1964, in Wilmington to John J. (Jack) and Teresa M. (Terry, McDade) O’Donnell. She graduated from St. Matthew’s Grade School and Wilmington High School and received an associate degree and certificate from the Delaware Technical and Community College. Ann worked for Sears/Discover Financial Services for 39+ years in various positions.
Ann was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her three siblings, Tracey A. O’Donnell of Fairfax, VA, Sharon L. Peacock (Anthony - Tony) of Waxhaw, NC, and John J. Jr. (Kathy) of Newark, DE; nephews and nieces, Anthony (AJ) Peacock Jr. (Amy), Stephanie (Joseph) Ward, and Kaitlyn, Ryan, and Megan O'Donnell; great nephew Joseph Arthur Ward; as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins in the United States and England.
Ann was a kind, compassionate, and caring person who will be remembered as a beloved sister, niece, aunt, dear friend, and dedicated employee. She was an intelligent, amusing and optimistic person who was fun loving and always a joy to be around. Ann was an avid reader, tennis enthusiast and loved traveling the beautiful United States of America. Ann was a natural sweetheart. She was truly loved and will be missed by all.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2021, at the MEALEY FUNERAL HOME, 2509 Limestone Road, Wilmington at 2 PM, where friends may visit after 1 PM. The service will be live-streamed on Ann’s obituary page at mealeyfuneralhomes.com. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the Delaware Ovarian Cancer Foundation, http://www.deovariancancer.org.