AGE: 89
FARRELL, Dorothy Ann
Mattawan ~ Formerly of Schoolcraft
Dorothy passed away Friday morning, July 11, 2014 at Bronson Commons Nursing and Rehab in Mattawan. She was born November 6, 1924 in New Rochelle, New York the daughter of the late Virgle and Gertrude (Gilligan) Duren. She enjoyed socializing over a cup of coffee, crocheting, gardening, watching old movies and Andy Griffith show. Dorothy was a very caring person, with her family being her center of attention and working as a nanny. Surviving are two daughters, Margaret (Frederick) Ayers of Marcellus, MI and Rosann (John) Brighton of CO; three sons, Thomas J. (Toni) Ciardullo of AZ, Robert (Rose) Ciardullo of AZ and Jim P. (Denise) Ciardullo of CA; 13 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandson. She was preceded in death by a brother, Frank and a sister, Margaret. A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 26th, 3:30 p.m. at Bronson Commons Nursing and Rehab, 23332 Red Arrow Highway, Mattawan with Rev. Fr. Matthew Illikatil of St. John Bosco Church officiating.