Loving, cherished, caring, faithful, devoted.... all these are mere words. But, MaryAnn was the embodiment of a lioness who posessed all these qualities and more. Her spirit and personality nurtured family. She gave the best example of combined tradition and liberation being able to conduct business, family and social concerns with style, elegance and an ease that made everything look simple. She was a lady, in the true sense of the word, to be loved, respected and admired. She was the type of person of whom a gal could truly say, "I want to be like her when I grow up!"
She was a model of energy and determination topped with grace.
Our prayers are with the Barbaruolo family that you all may find strength and faith throughout this tragic time of great loss. Only God knows why things happen the way they do. We must trust in Him and know that some day we will all be together once more whole, unbroken and renewed. Meanwhile MaryAnn is living in our hearts and memories as precious as ever.</b></font><br><br>
