Ann Marie Wilbraham, nee Groody, of Woolwich passed away at the age of 77 on March 25, 2022. Born in Darby, Pennsylvania on February 22, 1945 to the late Marie J. (Keenan) and Joseph M. Groody, Ann was a graduate of Clearview High School and Cooper Hospital School of Nursing.
Ann met her husband at Cooper Hospital and they were married in 1971. Ann and Frank “Mike” established Swedesboro Pediatrics where they cared for many families of the community. Following Dr. Wilbraham’s death in 1996, Ann continued working at Mullica Hill Pediatrics and West Deptford Pediatrics. In retirement, Ann enjoyed going to the shore with her children and cruising with friends. Most of all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Ann was predeceased by her beloved husband Francis Michael Wilbraham and her brothers Joseph and Christopher Groody. She is survived by her children Catherine (Andrew) Shields and John (Kelly) Wilbraham, her grandchildren Andrew, William, Mary, Katelyn and Libby, her brother Michael (Ginni), her sister-in-law Betsy Groody, brother-in-laws John (the late Kay) Wilbraham and Edward (Lisa) Wilbraham and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held at Daley Life Celebration Studio located at 1518 Kings Highway, Swedesboro NJ on Wednesday, March 30th, from 6 PM to 8 PM and Thursday, March 31st 9 AM to 10:15 AM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Church of the Incarnation, 240 Main Street, Mantua, NJ 08051 on Thursday, March 31 at 11 AM. Burial will follow at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Woolwich. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Church of Incarnation at the above address.
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We are so very sorry to hear about Ann’s passing. She was a genuinely kind soul and an amazing friend to my mother. She never hesitated to help others when in need, but always did so humbly — without anyone knowing about it. Her memory will surely live on through her children and grandchildren.
Ann will be missed in our community of Four Seasons at Weatherby. She will truly be missed by me and my husband as she was a wonderful neighbor and friend for the last 17 years. Keep us safe from above Ann – until we meet again. Prayers and condolences to Ann’s family and other friends. Ann is another Angel in Heaven. 🙏
Ann was such a joy to be around. Always smiling, laughing, offering to help whenever and wherever she can. She even helped care for my homebound father for a little while. She will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.