Ann-Marie LaRose 1984-2026

Ann-Marie was born Feb. 20, 1984, in Rochester, New York, to Timothy and Mary Sapienza LaRose.

She was a proud graduate of Howland High School and spent her career working as an office manager, where she was known for her dedication, organization and strong work ethic.

Ann-Marie had a vibrant personality and a creative spirit. She loved attending and hosting parties, bringing people together and making moments memorable. She was an avid sports fan, cheering passionately for the New York Yankees, Cleveland Browns and the Buffalo Bills, and had a special fascination with the Blue Angels. Her creativity and her enthusiasm were felt by all who knew her.

Ann-Marie enjoyed giving to the community and was always excited to participate in fundraisers, including Meals on Wheels, Alzheimer’s walks and feeding the shut-ins on Thanksgiving and Christmas.

At work she loved her clients and caregivers and was always excited to see them. There were clients that even came in just so they could talk with her.

She is survived by her loving parents, Tim and Mary LaRose of Mineral Ridge; her brother, John (Seline) LaRose of Singapore; her sister, Katie LaRose of South Carolina; and her partner, Paul Hamilton of Fairlawn.

She is also survived by her aunt, Linda LaRose; her aunt, Teresa and uncle, Harry Suter; and her uncle, Leonard Sapienza and Javier Perez.

Ann-Marie was preceded in death by her grandparents and by her uncles, James Sapienza, Daniel Sapienza and Thomas LaRose.

Family and friends will be received beginning at 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, at Lane Family Funeral Homes, Mineral Ridge Chapel, 1350 N. Canfield Niles Road, Mineral Ridge, with a service immediately following at 4 p.m.

Ann-Marie will be remembered for her creativity, her love of family and friends, and the joy she brought into the lives of those around her.

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