MaryAnn McKenna

McKenna, MaryAnn Kazmierczak Born January 22, 1930 in Milwaukee, WI and passed away on April 7, 2024 in Minneapolis, MN. She graduated from Holy Angels Academy (Milwaukee) in 1948, and Marquette University in 1952 - Medical School Medical Technology. Member of Kappa Beta Gamma, and Alpha Delta Theta. MaryAnn worked as a medical technologist at the Milwaukee County Hospital where she met her soulmate, an intern Dr. James Lewis McKenna. They married in December 1954. When James was drafted as a doctor, they moved to Ladd Air Force Base in Fairbanks Alaska where she worked at St. Joseph's Hospital Fairbanks. MaryAnn also volunteered as a Red Cross Gray Lady at the Air Force Hospital and at the hospital library. Following Jim's discharge they returned to Milwaukee to continue his residency in internal medicine. MaryAnn worked in the hematology lab at St. Michael's Hospital. While in Milwaukee she gave birth to MaryKate (1957), and Sean (1960). They moved to Minneapolis in 1961 where she lived for the rest of her life. In Minneapolis, she gave birth to Kevin (1961) and Deirdre (1964). MaryAnn was very devoted to her children's sports and school activities; heading many committees and involved in various PTA's. She was a member of W.A.M.S.O. and AAUW. She was also a member of the De La Salle High School Board of Directors, substitute teacher and part-time librarian. She and Jim were 50 year patrons of the Guthrie Theater and Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra. She was absolutely devoted to classical ballet. MaryAnn was a voracious reader and continued her education through classes at the U of M and University of St. Thomas. She loved books, music and theater. She was an enthusiastic party giver. She was a devoted 'end of life' care giver to her father and husband. She loved her home, neighbors, and living in the city. Her kids were her life. She is survived by her four children; Kate (Richard), Sean, Kevin (Karen) & Deirdre; grandchildren Michael, Jimmy, Nicole, Bucky, & Kella; several great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 60 years; Dr. James L. McKenna, parents Leon & Agnes Kazmierczak, and brothers, Lee & Dick Kass. The McKenna Family wishes to thank the staff at HCMC from the EMS to SICU-1 and STN-4, especially nurse Joe Page. A celebration of MaryAnn's life is pending, and will be announced later. Private interment will be at Fort Snelling National cemetery.

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MaryAnn McKenna

January 22, 1930 - April 7, 2024

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MaryAnn McKenna

January 22, 1930 - April 7, 2024

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