Maryann Josephine Arena

Maryann J. Arena of Dunkirk, Maryland, died on December 9, 2013 at the age of 71. She was born in Somerville, Massachusetts on June 25, 1942 to Andrew and Mary Costa. Maryann was the loving mother of sons Erik J. Arena (Ivonne) and Kenneth M. Arena. She was the devoted grandmother to Christina Marie Arena. Maryann graduated from Tewksbury High School, Massachusetts in 1960. Upon graduating she served as a secretary at the U.S. Air Force installation at Hanscom Field, Bedford, Mass and later married Lt. Joseph A. Arena in June 1965. She took time off to raise a family, but returned to work at Mount Calvary Catholic School in Forestville, Maryland in 1975 as a secretary and later as an administrative assistant where she held that position for over 38 years.Maryann was a lifelong member of Mt. Calvary Catholic Church, a weekly participant and served as a Eucharistic minister.She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Joseph Arena. She is survived by her sons Erik Arena and Ken Arena. Also survived by her brother Charles Costa and nieces Elizabeth and Suzie.Maryann was able to enjoy her love of reading, friends, family and granddaughter. Always happy, she knew how to appreciate what is most important in life. She lived her life to the fullest and will be greatly missed.Family invite friends to Mount Calvary Catholic Church, 6702 Marlboro Pike, Forestville, MD 20747 on Friday, December 20 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm for viewing and on Saturday, December 21 from 10 am until the start of services at 11:00 am. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA. Date to be announced – see more information at: http://leefuneralhomes.com. Memorial contributions can be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Maryland Chapter, 11350 McCormick Road, Executive Plaza III – Suite 100, Hunt Valley, MD 21031. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Maryann Josephine Arena please visit our Sympathy Store.