Annie M. Wadden

Annie M. (Ryan) Wadden, 84, of Sanford, Maine and formerly of North Attleboro, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 27, 2017 at the Newton Center in Sanford, Maine. She was born on July 21, 1932 in Milford, MA, to Harry J. and Annie M. (Ridolfi) Ryan. She grew up and spent most of her life in Massachusetts. For the past 10 years she called Maine her home.She is predeceased by her husband, Edwin G. Wadden Sr., her parents, siblings Ella, Joan and Harry, a granddaughter, Dawn Marie Wadden, several other family members and friends and most recently by her son in law Richard (Rocky) Hinton.Those who survive and will miss her very much are her four children, Edwin G. Wadden Jr., Robert G. Wadden, William M. Wadden and wife, Kathy, daughter, Sarah Wadden Harrop-Hinton along with several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.Annie was loved by all she met and will also be missed by her "other family", The American Legion Post#19 of Sanford, Maine.To honor Annie's wishes, there will be no calling hours. A private family gathering and burial will take place at a later date.The family would like to thank the staff of Newton Center and Compassus Hospice for their loving care of Annie in her final days.Arrangements are under the direction of the Carll-Heald & Black Funeral Home, 580 Main Street, Springvale.Condolences may be expressed at www.blackfuneralhomes.com