This is a printer-friendly version of an article from Zip06.com.

Ann Etzel McDonald of Branford died peacefully at home Oct. 8. She was the beloved widow of Robert McDonald. Ann was born in New Haven Dec. 10, 1927, daughter of the late George and Nora Spillane Etzel.

She graduated from Hillhouse High School in 1945 and attended Albertus Magnus College, where she acquired her degree in medical social work. She worked as a social worker for Grace-New Haven Hospital, after which she lovingly devoted her life to her family.

Ann is survived by her children Dennis (Elizabeth) McDonald, Mary McDonald, Martin McDonald, and Eileen McDonald (Jerry Ganzle); her grandchildren Ian and David McDonald; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by her brothers George, David, and Frank Etzel.

Her family is deeply grateful for the kindness of friends and family and loving care provided by the Smilow Medical Center, the hospice professionals, and the home caregivers.

Friends are invited to a memorial Mass of Christian burial Oct. 13 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary Church, Branford. Burial will be private. The W.S. Clancy Memorial Funeral Home, Branford, is in charge of arrangements. For directions and an online memorial, visit www.wsclancy.com.