Anne C. McKeon of North Haven passed away peacefully on March 2, 2021 at the age of 79. She was predeceased by her loving husband Thomas P. McKeon to whom she was married for 59 years. She was also predeceased by her younger brother Anthony (Cal) Colavolpe. Anne was born in Hamden, Connecticut on May 16, 1941, the daughter of Anthony and Anna Proto Colavolpe. She was the loving mother of Thomas (Antoinette) McKeon, Christopher (Jacqueline) McKeon and Kerry Banks (David).
Anne was a graduate of Hamden High School Class of 1959. In earlier years, she was active with the North Haven Schools P.T.A. She was a parishioner at St. Francis Cabrini Church and a member of The North Haven Garden Club and The Mayflower Society. For forty-five years, Anne served as the North Haven Elderly Housing Director. While there, she formed deep connections with the residents and her colleagues. An avid bridge player, she also enjoyed spending time in the kitchen creating wonderful meals for her family. Anne is survived by her ten grandchildren (Kylie, Tess, Fallon, Katie, Caroline, Michael, Emma, Annie, Courtney and Claire), who she loved dearly. She also had countless lifelong friends that meant the world to her. Anne brought incredible joy, love and humor to so many and her cheerful attitude, bright smile and grace will be profoundly missed.
Anne’s family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the wonderful people at Connecticut Hospice who made Anne’s final days peaceful and comfortable.
A Mass of Christian Burial and interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Connecticut Hospice, 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405 or www.hospice.com. The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Ann you are Peach you had a Sweat Personality you are one in a million the short time I Know you Rest in Peace
To McKeon family : Anne was a great lady. She helped my Mom with housing & always had a friendly word when I would see her at the store or church. I will certainly say a prayer for her North Haven will miss her.
Our sincerest sympathies to you Kerry and your family. Love Jeff Eileen Sarah and Katie Vita
To the McKeon Family, I was shocked and saddened by your mom’s passing. It wasn’t that long ago that I saw her, and wanted to get together when the Covid-19 was over. She was a special lady and will be sorely missed. She is now in heaven with your dad. May Rest In Peace. Marge Quinn
To the family of Anne Colavolpe Mc Keon,
We are so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. We were old friends from our days at Hamden High. We remember and treasure the days we got together with her throughout the years. She was a dynamic woman who always made one feel that she was so happy to see you. We loved Anne’s sense of humor and her dedication to her family and the senior citizens who she served for many years.
❤️ 🙏🏼Phyllis & Albert Cofrancesco Boca Raton, Florida
Our condolences to the McKeon family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Mark Regan & family.
Kerry, I am so very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I hope you are able to find some comfort during this very difficult time. I know you were always very close with your Mom and I’m sure your heart is broken. My sincere condolences to you, your family, brothers and their families.