Ann M.

Hall

Ann M. Hall, of Quincy, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully in Weymouth on November 8, 2026, at the age of 89, surrounded by her family.

Born on July 11, 1937, in Boston, Ann was raised in South Boston at Old Harbor Village. She was a graduate of Cardinal Cushing High School in South Boston. As a little girl attending the John A. Andrew School, she played in the band and was chosen to play the triangle center stage because she looked like Shirley Temple, with her beautiful blond curls. After high school, she worked for the phone company. Later in life, she worked as an assistant at a local newspaper in Homosassa Springs, Florida, before retiring and moving to Fort Myers, Florida. Nineteen years ago, she returned to Quincy to be closer to her family.

Ann will be remembered as a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose kindness and warmth left a lasting impression on all who knew her. Family was the center of her life, and she especially treasured time spent with those she loved most. Though soft spoken, her presence was the anchor of our family. She led by example, showing us what true resilience and kindness look like.

She was an avid reader, often finishing a book a day, and she also loved listening to music and singing along. Ann found joy in the everyday moments and the beauty of her surroundings. One of her simple pleasures was enjoying afternoon tea on her balcony looking out over Boston.

She was previously married to Richard Kelly, with whom she shared and raised her beloved children in Weymouth. Though their marriage ended, they remained close throughout her life. She was later married to the late Charles Hall of Fort Myers, Florida.

Ann was preceded in death by her loving parents, Maurice Ward and Anna (Hagerty) Ward; her sister, Lillian Kennedy of Homosassa, Florida; and her ex-husband, Charles Hall of Fort Meyers, Florida. She is survived by her sister, Carol Greene of Quincy; her brothers, James Ward of Bellingham and Maurice Ward of Gold Canyon, Arizona; and by her cherished children, Richard Kelly and his wife, Sherry, of Plymouth, Daniel Kelly of Quincy, and Patricia Harland of Quincy. She was the beloved Nana of Anthony Tessari of Clifton Park, New York, Anna Kelly, Audra Kelly, and Sam Kelly, all of Plymouth, and the proud great-grandmother of James Tessari of Clifton Park, New York. She also leaves many loving nieces and nephews, as well as her friend and co-parent, Richard Kelly of Exeter, New Hampshire.

With respect for Ann’s wishes, her family will celebrate her memory privately. No formal service is planned. She will be remembered with deep love and gratitude by her family and all who were fortunate to know her.

“You are loved beyond words, missed beyond measure, and remembered always.”

Those who wish to honor Ann’s memory are invited to share their thoughts in her guestbook.