Anna Donnelly

Anna G. Donnelly, 95, of Omaha, formerly of Jefferson, died Sept. 7.

In 1959, Anna became a resident of Jefferson, where she taught school from 1959 to 1985, earning the respect of the community.

Anna was also active with Catholic Daughters and other community organizations.

She graduated from Drake University in 1963, and in 1998 moved to Omaha, where she was active in her church. A longtime volunteer, Anna was also involved in civic affairs.  

She enjoyed traveling and doing crafts such as knitting and crocheting.

She was preceded in death by parents Kathryn and Edmond Donnelly; sisters Mary Ellen Johnson and Mildred Jean Stover.

She is survived by her niece, Kathryn Stover; nephews: James Stover (Kathleen), John Stover (Michelle), Richard Johnson (Tammy), Donald Johnson (Kim) and Steven Johnson (Anna).

Mass of Christian burial was held Sept. 11 at St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic Church in Omaha, with a graveside service at St. John Cemetery in Adair.

Heafey-Hoffmann-Dworak and Cutler in Omaha assisted the family.