Anne Gwinn
May 1, 1936 ~ January 23, 2017
Scarborough Anne Flaherty Gwinn, 80, died on Monday, January 23, 2017, at home with her loving family by her side. Anne was born on May 1, 1936, in Portland, a daughter of the late Patrick and Delia (Folan) Flaherty. She grew up in Portland along with her six siblings. She attended local schools and graduated from Cathedral High School, Class of 1954. She worked at John Hancock Insurance until she met Harry E. Gwinn, Jr. The two were married in 1961 in Portland and moved to Scarborough. Harry and Anne enjoyed more than 30 years of marriage until his death in 1992. After Harrys death, she returned to school to attend a computer class in order to return to the workforce, beginning with a position at the Foundation for Blood Research in Scarborough. She was known for her beautiful flower garden, and in her free time she loved to read mystery books and spend time with her family. She was a longtime communicant of St. John the Evangelist and St. Maximilian Kolbe Churches. She was predeceased by her husband, Harry E. Gwinn, Jr.; sister, Mary Napolitano; brothers, Thomas, John, and Bartley Flaherty. Anne is survived by five daughters: Maria Gwinn of Scarborough; Kathleen Harmon and her husband Chris of Hollis; Eileen Gwinn of Massachusetts; Maureen Gwinn of Virginia; and Lisa Gwinn of Scarborough; two sons, Patrick Gwinn and his wife Kim of Saco; Michael Gwinn of Scarborough; sister, Brigid Murphy and her husband Thomas of South Carolina; brother, Patrick Flaherty of Portland; five grandchildren, Heather Simard, Andrew Gwinn, Kevin Gwinn, Kira Harmon, and Darian Harmon. Visiting hours will be held from 5:00 -7:00 PM on Friday, January 27, 2017, at the Conroy-Tully Walker South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. Prayers will be recited at the Funeral Home on Saturday, January 28, 2017, at 10:15 AM followed by an 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, 150 Black Point Road, Scarborough. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery. To view Annes memorial page, or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com Memorial contributions may be made in Annes memory to the Alzheimers Association, Maine Chapter, 383 US Route One, Suite 2C, Scarborough, Maine 04074.
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Kathleen & Family – Very sorry for your loss. My family’s thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.
– Eric Reed & Family
Eileen- Eric and I are so sorry for you and your family’s loss. We are thinking of you and your family.
– Brenda and Eric
Michael, I was so sorry to hear of Annie’s passing, please let your family know that I have you in my thoughts and prayers, during this difficult time.
– Wanda Bruns
Dear Maureen, very sorry for your loss. Our family’s thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
– Sury Vulimiri
Thinking of the Gwinn family and sorry for the loss of their mother. Anne was so lucky to have such a loving and caring family as she dealt with this horrible disease.
– Kathy & Scott Dillenback
Maureen, my heart goes out to you! May you and your family be comforted that your mom is in the arms of the Father, who loves her more than words can express!
– Susan Julius
Mike, So sorry to hear about Anne’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
– Donna Sparks
Maureen, so sorry for you and your family with the loss of your mother. Wishing you comfort and strength, all our love.
– Joanna and Doug
Be assured that she is being cared for now by her heavenly Father. Peace be with you and your family.
– Mike Slimak
Patrick, Kim, and family, Anna and I were saddened to hear of your mother’s passing. She must have been a very special woman to have raised such wonderful children. Your mother will always live through the memories of her that you carry in your hearts forever.
– Don Poore & Anna Harriman
Sincerest sympathies. Thoughts and prayers to all who lost such a beautiful soul. She will always be remembered in the highest regard. RIP dear Anne.
– Stacey Dyet
Maureen, I am very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
– Holly Head
Maureen, I am very sorry to hear about your mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
– Samantha Jones
My sympathy and loving thoughts to all of Anne’s family.Anne and I were classmates at Cathedral High, class of ’54, and she was the nicest person and mostcaring friend! It must be a great comfort to you all to know that this very dear one is looking uponthe Holy Face of God now and always. God’s blessings!
– Helen Mc Keough, OCDS
Maureen,Thinking of you. Peace be with you and your family.Mike
– Michael Troyer
Sorry to hear about your Mother, Eileen, hope you are all doing well through this time.
– Liz Whitney
Thinking of the Gwinn family, and sending thoughts and prayers.
– JoEllen Weeks Clive
Maureen,My heart goes out to you and your family. Please accept my deepest condolences and wishes for peace as you all adjust to this loss. May her memory always be a blessing to you.Andrew
– Andrew Geller
I am very sorry for the loss of your mom. You are all in my thoughts during this difficult time. Hugs and Love, Tara
– Tara Hiltke