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In loving memory of
Mary Ann Lafferty
November 26, 1953 - March 19, 2024
Mary Ann Lafferty (nee Pestritto) from Marlton and Voorhees, formerly of Magnolia, passed away on March 19, 2024. Age 70. Beloved mother of Dennis Lafferty Jr. (Lauren) and Christopher Lafferty (Jennifer). Cherished grandmother ("Mom Mom") of Ava, Sophie, and Maggie. Loving companion of John Sullivan. Dear sister of Charles Pestritto (Carmen) and Vincent Pestritto (Denise). Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Mary Ann was a Paul VI alumni and graduate of Glassboro State College. She worked as a home economics teacher in South Jersey for many years. There will be a viewing on Friday, March 22, 2024 from 9am to 11am at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Funeral Service will begin at 11am. Interment is private at the request of the family. Given Mary Ann's love of all things food and in lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to the Food Bank of South Jersey, 1501 John Tipton Blvd. Pennsauken, NJ 08110 (https://foodbanksj.org/)
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"So sad to hear of Mary?s passing. I?ve only known here for a short time, but her kindness was so apparent the first time we met. My daughter moved in, close to Mary?s 2 years ago. I spent a lot time there, getting it ready for the move-in. Anytime that I would run into Mary, she would take time to chat with me and my daughter and you just knew that she was really good people. She invited us into her home to show us her layout and seemed so happy with her move to Marlton. She would stop by and make my daughter feel welcome and brought her a welcoming gift which was so kind and thoughtful. Definitely a warm and positive person. I?ll miss running into her for sure. My sincerest condolences to her family and friends - Nick, Judy and Danielle Brown"
"My deepest sympathy from my family to yours. May God Bless Maryann in heaven we will forever have fond memories of our times together. May our lord help you all get through this loss ? "
"Mary Ann has been my father's life partner for as long as I can remember. The love and connection that they shared brought the best out of both them, with their quirkiness and happiness. Mary Ann always went out of her way to spread love and happiness, always checking up on us and asking about the newest member to her family, Chase Sullivan. Mary Ann will be greatly missed and our hearts ache from this loss. We love you and we pray for you Mary Ann. May you rest in peace. Love, Ean, Katarina & Chase Sullivan "