Anne Mae Hamaty

Anne Mae Hamaty age 83, of Hastings passed away Wednesday May 1, 2013 at her residence, surrounded by family.

She was born October 4, 1929 in Charlevoix, Michigan the daughter of Charlie and Helen (Garland) Cellner. Anne graduated from Charlevoix High School. She was a homemaker for most of her life and a life long volunteer for Pennock Hospital.

Anne was a member of the Episcopal Church, Hospital Guild and was a board member for Youth for Understanding.

Anne was a "not so avid" Bridge player.  She was well known for her kind heart and warm hospitality. All her friends loved her famous Syrian bread and barbequed ribs. Anne loved to be surrounded by close friends and a house full of kids at all times. The Hamaty house and swimming pool were always the gathering place for all the children and their friends. Anne loved to take care of others and anybody in need of a kind word and warm meal.

Anne was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Helen Cellner, husband, George Hamaty in 2005 and sister, Jean Cellner.

Anne is survived by three children: Kathy Hamaty of Hastings, Mary Hamaty and her daughter Annie of Hillsdale, MI and son, John (Julie) Hamaty of Birmingham, MI and their children: Jack, George and Tatum.

Respecting her wishes, cremation has taken place. No visitation will be held and a private family service will take place at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice, Commission on Ageing or the Emmanuel Episcopal Church.