Anne C. Ross, 78, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.

Born in Cohoes, New York, Anne spent many cherished years in Harwich, MA on Cape Cod before retiring to Warham, MA and then settling in Plainville, MA.

A gifted glass artisan, Anne owned and operated Anne C. Ross Glass in Orleans and Harwich for over 25 years, sharing her passion and creativity with the community. She was an accomplished cook and baker, and enjoyed hosting dinner parties and gatherings for friends and family-who came in droves to savor her food and her smiling hospitality. In retirement, she found immense joy working at the YMCA in Wareham, MA, caring for children—a role she held close to her heart.

Anne’s greatest devotion was to her family. She found profound happiness in the love of her son, Jason, his wife, Jennifer, and her beloved grandchildren, Jessica and Jeremy, who were the light of her life. Alongside them and their warm circle of friends, all of whom considered her Gibby or Grandma Little Ann. She spent many pleasant days enjoying drawing, discovering new recipes, sudoku puzzles, funny stories, and the childhood milestones of her grandkids. A recent enjoyment was spending time with her new found friends at Calvin Presbyterian Church.

She is predeceased by her brother, Joseph Ciccarelli Jr., and will be remembered for her warmth, artistry, and unwavering kindness.

A celebration of Anne’s life will take place on Saturday, January 18, at 1 p.m. at Calvin Presbyterian Church, 126 Angell Road, Cumberland, RI. Arrangements are entrusted to Patrick Quinn Funerals and Cremations, Tucker-Quinn, Smithfield.

Kindly visit PatrickQuinnFuneralsandCremations.com for information and online condolences. All are welcome.

In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested donations to Make An Artist Foundation.

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