Mary Anne DiFranco passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 23, 2019 at her residence. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Dominick and Angeline (Bagnoli) DiFranco.

Mary Anne was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls and graduate of Niagara Falls High School and Buffalo State College. She was employed as a school teacher for the Niagara Falls School District for many years until her retirement. She was also very active with the Niagara Falls Teachers Union.

Mary Anne's presence and love will be deeply missed by her loving friends and family who she especially enjoyed spending time with.

In addition to her parents, Mary Anne was predeceased by her brother, Nicholas DiFranco and one sister, Donna DiFranco. She is survived by her nephews, Peter (Brian) Maselli-Rice and Nicholas DiFranco, Jr.; her niece, Lisa Maselli, as well as several cousins and many beloved friends.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 28 ^th at 11 A.M. at St. Joseph Cemetery, 3806 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY, with interment to follow. Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.