Ann Marie Grafton

Ann Marie Grafton (Guarino) of Warren, OH, passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, following a lengthy illness. She was born on January 25, 1937 to Pietro and Vincenza Guarino in North Hill, Akron, OH. 

 Ann Marie was a wonderful wife and mother and above all a fabulous Grandmother. Her grandchildren loved to spend the night at Grandma’s house where nothing was off limits. 

 Ann retired from JC Penny’s as bridal consultant in 1992. A job she loved. She took great pride in helping people with their special day.

 After retiring you could find Ann at Eastwood Mall on any given day. Ann never met a stranger and had many friends everywhere she went. 

She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Richard “Dick” Grafton; children, Cindy (Hans) Vance, Michael (Janet) Grafton, Michelle (Jeff) Ruddle, Cathy Kouvaris; grandchildren, Johnathan Snyder, Danielle Snyder, Michael (Chelsea) Grafton, Molly Ruddle, Damian Kouvaris and Marina Kouvaris; great grandchildren, Abigail and Isabella Pandrea; brother James (Charlotte) Guarino and many nieces and nephews. 

She will be missed by all whose lives she touched.

Calling hours will be Tuesday, December 10, 2024 from 4:00-6:00PM at Bissler and Sons Funeral Home, 628 W. Main St. Kent, OH 44240. Funeral services will follow at 6:00PM at the funeral home.  A private service for the family will be held at Restland Cemetery.

Services in the care of Bissler and Sons Funeral Home, 628 W. Main St. Kent, OH 44240.