MARY-ANN R. (ROSSANO) CASEY, 87, of Atkinson, NH. formerly of Melrose, MA. passed away peacefully at Sunrise of Lynnfield on December 26, 2024. She was born on October 9, 1937 in Chelsea and raised in East Boston. Mary-Ann spoke of many fond memories of their Neptune Road home surrounded by her parents, Frank and Hazel Rossano, her sister Florence and generations of her Italian extended family.

The family moved to Melrose where Mary-Ann was a graduate of MHS Class of '55 and met her husband Richard J. Casey. Working out of high school as a bookkeeper in Boston, she was able to afford her "blue bomber" convertible car which was the start & love of many beautiful cars including an emerald green Ford Galaxy 500 convertible, a black Lincoln Town Car and Cadillac.

She was a devoted wife to "Chick" of 62 yrs, a loving mother to her children, a beloved "Grammie" to her five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Her home in Melrose and, especially the NH lake house was her happy place. There she enjoyed many years as a homemaker and was hostess to wonderful family holidays and celebrations, their business gatherings and

welcoming anyone who visited with a feeling of comfort.

Her life was one that was full and well-rounded. She enjoyed sewing, knitting and crochet. Loved music and played the piano, a girl scout leader & hockey mom. Cherished several cats and family pets. Throughout the years she played golf in the summer & skied in the winter. Many years after high school, Mary-Ann worked diligently keeping the Class of '55 together for

reunions & classmate data. Her Catholic faith kept her connected with St. Mary's School & Church of Melrose, as well as the Council on Aging. Following in her father's footsteps, she was an advocate & area director for Big Island Pond Corp, which supports the environmental security of the lake for future generations to enjoy.

Family & Friends are respectfully invited to attend services. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 2, 2025 from 9:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. in the Gately Funeral Home, 79 W. Foster Street, Melrose.  A Funeral Service will begin at 11:00 A.M. in the Gately Funeral Home. Following the Funeral Service we will be driving in procession to the Wyoming Cemetery, Melrose. For online condolences please visit www.gatelyfh.com

Donations in memory of Mary-Ann Casey, Conley's Grove can be made to: Friends of Big Island Pond @

www.friendsofbigislandpond.org