Ann F. Bruzzese

Ann F. Bruzzese, age 90, of Wakefield, formerly of Revere, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, February 19, at Brightview Assisted Living in Wakefield.

Born in Boston on January 9, 1936, she was the cherished daughter of the late Anthony and Phyllis (Catalano) Amoroso.

Ann was an extremely strong woman whose life was defined by her deep passion for her family. A true Italian mother, she expressed her love most often through her cooking, her unwavering support, and her constant presence at every important moment.

A longtime resident of Revere, Ann lovingly raised her children there before moving to Wakefield, where she resided for the past 35 years. She also treasured her retirement winters in Fort Myers, Florida. Alongside her late husband, she was the proud owner of A.M.A. Transportation, helping to build a family business rooted in hard work and dedication.

She was the beloved wife of the late Alfred R Bruzzese, Jr. Devoted mother of Mark Bruzzese and his wife Roberta of Wakefield; Anthony Bruzzese and his wife Lisa of Wakefield; and the late Alfred Bruzzese III and his wife Robyn Bruzzese. She was the cherished grandmother of Erika Hermanson and her husband Eric, Taylor Bruzzese, Anthony Bruzzese, Adam Bruzzese, Dante Bruzzese and his wife Francesca. She was the adored great-grandmother of Jade, Jordyn, and Rocco. Ann was the loving sister of Carol Nastasia and her husband Gerald, Sandra DelGaizo and her husband Jim, and the late Toni Venezia and her surviving husband Robert. As well as several loving nieces and nephews.

Her strength, devotion, and unconditional love will remain the foundation of her family for generations to come.

Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph Church, 173 Albion St., Wakefield, on Friday, February 27 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation for relatives and friends will be held at the McDonald Funeral Home, 19 Yale Ave., Wakefield, on Thursday, February 26 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ann’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.