Anne O’Dwyer, of Bronxville, New York, passed away peacefully on August 22nd, 2026 after a life well lived. Anne was born on February 3rd, 1941 to David Ellis and Anne Manning. She grew up in Drumlish, Co. Longford, Ireland along with her siblings, Mary, David, John, Vincent, Joseph and Henry. She emigrated to New York where she met the love of her life, John O’Dwyer.
Anne and John married August 19th, 1967. They first lived in St. Nicholas of Tolentine Parish in the Bronx. They moved to Purdys, NY, then to Thurles, Co. Tipperary, and eventually back to Yonkers, NY. Anne’s professional life included working for Met Life in NY city and running a family business with John in Ireland. However, Anne’s primary and most cherished role in life was being a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, sister and friend. Anne was a kind and happy person who enjoyed being with loved ones and will be remembered for her joyous laughter. She was a gracious and beautiful lady who always put others first. She will always be loved and never forgotten.
Anne will deeply missed by her husband John, children Annmarie (Frank), Kevin (Deborah), Michelle (Terrence) and John (Kristen), eleven beloved grandchildren John, Brian, Katie, James, Mark, Sarah,Martin, Annie, Mollie, Oliver and Charlotte and great-granddaughter Sadie, brother Vincent and beloved nieces and nephews. Visiting hours are 4-8 PM on Wednesday August 26th at McGrath’s Funeral Home, Cedar Street, Bronxville, NY. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Annunciation Church, 470 Westchester Avenue, Yonkers, NY on Thursday August 27th at 10AM, with burial to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Hawthorne, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Salesians of Don Bosco. Https://salesians.org/donate.
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Kate Molony says
August 24, 2026 at 10:13 amRest in Peace Anne thinking of all our cousins in America and uncle Jack at this heartbreaking time
Sinead Quealy says
August 24, 2026 at 10:19 amTo Jack, Annmarie, Kevin, Michelle, John and all of Anne’s family, sincere condolences from Paddy, Sinead and Jo Quealy, Waterford (nee O’Dwyer, Coolahulla)
Michael O'Dwyer Jnr (Coolahulla) says
August 24, 2026 at 10:27 amDeepest condolences to you Jack & all the family on the passing of Anne.
May she rest in peace.
Michael and Josephine ODwyer, Coolahulla, Thurles says
August 24, 2026 at 10:45 amSincere sympathy to Jack, AnnMarie, Kevin,Michelle,Johnny and their extended families on sad death of Anne .Anne was a lovely gentle lady,always very welcoming.we enjoyed her hospitality many times over the years.May she rest in peace with the family members who have gone before her.
Noelle O’Dwyer says
August 24, 2026 at 11:01 amDearest uncle Jack and my cousins AnnMarie, Kevin, Michelle and Johnny; thinking of you all and your beloved Anne. So very sorry for your loss. A beautiful lady in every way. Rest in Peace Anne.
Emma Flood says
August 24, 2026 at 11:28 amSincerest sympathies Jack, Annemarie, Michelle, Kevin and Johnny on the passing of Anne. A wonderful lady who will be dearly missed, may she rest in peace.
Marie O'Dwyer, Thurles. says
August 24, 2026 at 2:48 pmMy sincere sympathy Jack to you and the family and extended family. It’s an awful time for all but God is good and you are not on your own. You and Anne had a great life together and made many memories. I know the family will take good care of you. Will talk soon. Lots of love, Marie.xxxx
Rosie Buckley says
August 24, 2026 at 3:37 pmSincere condolences to John & family . Anne was such a lady , she always made an effort to visit us when we came to New York to see the Costigans . Anne will no doubt be deeply missed .. Rest in peace ..
Love Rosie Buckley ,Patrick Costigan , Malachy & Finn
Rena Ryan says
August 24, 2026 at 4:30 pmWe were so sorry to hear the sad news of Anne’s passing, Anne was a beautiful person inside and out. We send our sincere sympathies to Jack and all the family. All our love and prayers, PJ & Rena Ryan
Donna Marie Gleason says
August 24, 2026 at 9:37 pmI remember Anne’s sweet demeanor and her delightful humor! She welcomed all to her home with the tastiest treats and a heartwarming smile. She will be missed, but the memories of her love and compassion will give comfort to her family and friends.
I am blessed to have known you, sweet Anne. Rest in peace. Donna Gleason (Lanigan)
Maggie Cardona says
August 24, 2026 at 10:55 pmMy condolences to you and your family. May your mom be in heavenly peace.
Mae Quinn says
August 25, 2026 at 5:59 amOur sncere sympathy to Jack on the loss of Ann. Our sympathy also to the extended O Dwyer family. She will live on in:those who love:her.
Michael and Mae Quinn,Rossestown, Thurles says
August 25, 2026 at 6:01 amOur sncere sympathy to Jack on the loss of Ann. Our sympathy also to the extended O Dwyer family. She will live on in:those who love:her..Michael joins me in this of course.
Hopeton says
August 25, 2026 at 11:30 amMy condolence goes out to you and your family Michelle. I am sorry for your loss.
Sally Fitzmaurice says
August 25, 2026 at 1:05 pmMy deepest condolences to Jack and the family. May God comfort and strengthen you all during this difficult time.
Sally Fitzmaurice says
August 25, 2026 at 1:12 pmMy deepest condolences to Jack and family. May God comfort and strengthen you all during this difficult time.
Quinn family,Rossestown says
August 25, 2026 at 1:27 pm0ur ‘heartfelt sympathy to Jack and all the family on Ann’s death. She will be sadly missed but joyfully remembered by all who love her.
Noel and Ailish says
August 25, 2026 at 1:38 pmDear Jack Annemarie Kevin Michelle Johnny and families, we are so sorry for the very sad and unexpected loss of your beloved Anne. I know how heartbroken you all are at this very difficult time. Anne was such a beautiful happy and caring person always. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Johnny O'Dwyer, Coolahulla says
August 25, 2026 at 3:48 pmMy deepest sympathies to Jack and all the family on the very sad passing of Anne, she was an absolute lady always, may she rest in eternal peace.
Pat Cowan says
August 25, 2026 at 3:48 pmTo Jack and family sincere condolences
From from Pat Cowan and family
Templetuohy Long Island, New York
Liam O'Dwyer says
August 25, 2026 at 4:29 pmSo very sorry to hear of Anne’s sudden passing. Anne was an absolute lady. My deepest sympathies to uncle Jack, to Annemarie, Kevin, Michelle, and Johnny. May Anne R.I.P, thinking of ye all in this very difficult time.
RodolfoCanzani says
August 25, 2026 at 6:04 pmIm so sorry about your loss my deepest condolences and prayers are with you
From RodolfoCanzani
Lance Strate says
August 25, 2026 at 8:46 pmMay her name be a blessing. Condolences Michelle to you and your family.
Ashar Foley says
August 25, 2026 at 8:48 pmMy condolences to you, Michelle.
Julianne Welby says
August 25, 2026 at 9:30 pmThinking of you at this difficult time, Michelle. My condolences to you and your family.
Margaret Schwartz says
August 25, 2026 at 10:04 pmMichelle, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your entire family. May her memory be for a blessing.
Kathleen & Austin Lowry says
August 25, 2026 at 11:32 pmJohn, we are shocked and saddened to learn of Anne’s passing. We offer our condolences to you and your family and will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers at this trying and difficult time. We have many wonderful memories of the good times we spent with Anne over the years here in Florida. Anne was gracious, kind, funny, and easygoing – a beautiful person with a beautiful smile. We will miss her. May she rest in Heavenly peace.
Ralph says
August 26, 2026 at 3:32 pmMy condolences to you and your family Michelle.
John and Marie Crowley says
August 26, 2026 at 4:14 pmOur sincere sympathy to Jack and all the O’Dwyer family on Anne’s sad passing. May she rest in peace.
Francis O'Dwyer says
August 26, 2026 at 8:48 pmMy sincere sympathy to Jack, Annmarie, Kevin, Michelle, Johnny and all the family on the sad passing of Anne. May she rest in peace.
Jerry & Roberta O'Dwyer family says
August 26, 2026 at 9:13 pmWe are so deeply sorry for your loss. Aunt Anne was a beautiful being inside and out, and she will be dearly missed. Her spirit and love live on in the memories of all whose lives she touched. Sending peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Jenna and Kurt says
August 26, 2026 at 10:07 pmDear Jack and Annemarie and all the family
We are so sad and sorry for your loss.. We only met Anne a couple of times but it was so clear that she was a beautiful person inside and out. Through all of you she leaves a legacy of kindness and generosity.
Praying for you during this time,
Jenna and Kurt .
Kevin and Mary says
August 27, 2026 at 3:14 amOur sincere sympathy to you Jack, Annmarie, Michelle, Kevin, Johnny and your extended families on the loss of your beloved Anne. She was such a beautiful , kind and caring person, a real lady. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Daragh & Niamh says
August 27, 2026 at 6:32 amTo uncle John, Annmarie, Kevin, Michelle Johnny and all the extended family. We were all very upset to learn of the sudden passing of your beloved Anne. Anne was a very special lady, she touched the lives of so many in such a positive way. I have always been so thankful to her for the warmth, kindness and hospitality she showed when I spent that summer with you in Yonkers in 1991. From the moment I arrived Anne was like my second mother. There was always a ready supply of Tropicana orange juice in the fridge , pancakes piled high for breakfast with lashings of maple syrup but most importantly that smile that anyone who has ever met her knows of. While Anne made sure my body was well fueled she also insured my soul was too and we never missed mass at St John the Baptist on Sundays !! I was blessed to have spent those months with her and she gave so much of herself as always to ensure my experience was so positive.
I am so glad we got to spend those hours with you all in Yonkers three years ago and our kids got to finally meet Anne in person. The fact that that day with you all was the highlight of their trip to New York is a reflection of the hard work Anne put in rearing such a great family who like she always did, showed great hospitality, made everyone feel so welcome and insured we all left better than when we arrived with more great memories to cherish. While Anne’s physical presence will be sorely missed by so many her great legacy of generosity, warmth and kindness will be carried on by those she was close to especially her adult children, grand children and great grandchildren and generations to come I am sure. You were blessed to have such a wonderful woman in your lives, she was one of a kind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Daragh, Niamh, Caoimhe, Ruairi and Eabha.
Karen Hayden Moyne, Thurles says
August 27, 2026 at 9:01 amOur deepest condolences to John and all the O’Dwyer family on the passing of Anne. She will be sadly missed. Whether it was NY or Florida she always made a point of meeting me when I visited my parents. Anne you were such a lovely lady, a beautiful person inside and out and an incredible friend to my Mom and Dad. May Anne RIP
Karen Hayden (nee Costigan), Ailbe, Erin, Sara and Ciara Hayden
Liam Gleeson says
August 27, 2026 at 9:33 amCondolences to John and Family on Ann’s passing sorry we can’t be there as we are in Ireland Ann was a lovely lady may she rest in peace Liam and Mary Gleeson
Cerianne says
August 27, 2026 at 1:41 pmMichelle, I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m sending strength and peace to you and your family
Tom, Elaine, Aoibhín, Ciara & Emily O Dwyer says
August 28, 2026 at 4:36 pmWe wish to extend our sincere sympathy to Uncle Jack, AnnMarie, Kevin,Michelle,Johnny and extended families on sad death of Anne. Anne was so welcoming when we visited NY many years ago. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers at this very lonely time. Sending love to you all.
Carmel and Ger O Dwyer, Coolahulla says
August 29, 2026 at 6:36 pmOur sincere sympathy dear Jack on the death of your beloved Anne, and your wonderful Mum Anne Marie, Kevin, Michelle and Johnny, grandchildren, little Sadie and extended Family. It was a pleasure to be in her company and enjoy a down to earth chat always. We will be thinking of you Jack at this very lonely time. Love Carmel and Ger Xxx
Matty&Ailish Ryan (Quinn), Monadreen, Thurles says
August 30, 2026 at 3:04 pmOur condolences Jack and family and extended O’Dwyer families on your sad loss. May Anne rest in peace.
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