Mary Ann Stefina

With quiet courage and a strong spirit, Mary Ann (nee Batiuk) Stefina passed peacefully on Friday July 23,2010. Born in Montreal 70 years ago, daughter of the late Anthony Batiuk and Lillian ( Zwarich ) Mary Ann was the beloved wife of the late Frank ( 2007 ) for over 46 years.

Loving and devoted mother to Susan (Bob), Frances (Ross), John( Tina ) and Eddie ( 1995 ). Loving Grandmother to Chris, Scott, Sarah, Dan, Jessica, Michael and Logan. Mary Ann was an only child and therefore adopted an open door invite to all, cooking and baking constantly.

She enjoyed gardening, knitting, watching her grandchildren in their various activities and travelling with her husband. She enjoyed many a card game with Frank, Nick ( 2010 ) and Josie.

Thank-you to her many angels of the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance on Medicine A: Vivianne, Kristine, Stephanie, Lori, Roseanne, Rhonda, Natasha, Kelly, Sarah and Nicole to name a few.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society or Leukemia Foundation would be appreciated. Visitation for Family and close friends on Tuesday July 27,2010 10 am at Blenheim Community Funeral Home. Service to follow at 11:00 a.m.

Cremation to follow with private burial at a later date.