Ann Marie Manzolillo

Ann Marie Manzolillo, 82, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, October 4, 2024. She was born on January 24, 1942, in Astoria, Queens, to Antoinette and Anthony Cherundolo. Raised in Astoria, Ann Marie married the love of her life, Joseph, on September 5, 1964, at St. Joseph’s Church in Astoria, New York. Together, they built a life and raised their six children—Lisa, JoeAnn, Anthony, Michael, Joseph, and Christopher—in Coram, New York.

Ann Marie was a proud grandmother to Meghan, James, Nicholas, Anthony, Vanessa, Anthony, Michael, Angelina, and Jillian, and a great-grandmother to Vivianne Lisa. She balanced work with a deep commitment to her family and was especially devoted to fostering countless babies over the years.

Her life was grounded in faith and family, and she cherished moments spent on family camping trips and beach outings with her husband. Ann Marie’s greatest joy was the love she shared with her family and the many adventures they experienced together. She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and dedication to those she held dear.