Birth date: Aug 19, 1956 Death date: Feb 23, 2021
Anna Maria DiFormato (Anita), 64, passed away on February 23rd, 2021 at home with her Husband by her side. Anita was born in the Netherlands to Peter and Elizabeth Van Den Bergh and raised with her Sister, Marcia. She met her hus Read Obituary
23 February 2025
Mijn lieve Ann, four years have now passed and never a day goes by……………….
I’ve felt your presence when unsure, heard your laughter and you’ve always given me the direction and comfort I needed to move forward with confidence.
I will always miss you as my love for you lingers in every memory.
My eternal love,
Rick
It was a long time ago, 45 years, even more..My mother was a friend of Anita’s mom. In the Netherlands, Heerlen. Rick worked at the Afcent and every now and then he came to our home to make “a collect call” to his parents in the States, our Italian roots made a special connection.I, a teenager, was enchanted by the love between the two of them. Then came Donna.. beautiful picture together… Last week she came into my thoughts, no reason after all these years. Found out Anita had passed away. So extremely sorry for your loss but I read all the beautiful things that were written about her and knew she had become an even more stronger person than she was then.. Even though she is an angel on your shoulder for more than 3 years now, still my condolences for now. Greets Claudia van Caldenberg
Rick - just a note to let you know that Anita continues to be in my thoughts each day, which means that you and your family are in my thoughts each day as well. I'm hoping that the sadness and pain have started to ease a bit. I read your loving rememberance of your life with Ann and believe that the two of you got it right. There were a number of common threads tying together each and every tribute - the words loving, caring, selfless, generous, intelligent, hardworking - all there. She certainly had a way about her. Full of empathy or encouragement, laughter and high spirits - but if need be - she could dress you down in an Amsterdam minute. God bless and stay well. Bob
I met Anita while working at Flagler Pines in 2007/2008. Anita was such a special person she drew people to her like a magnet. She brought me into her circle and made me feel so comfortable as a new employee there. Anita was kind, caring, compassionate, empathetic, generous, loving, selfless, and so much fun! She had a naughty side to her that was so fun! In no time at all we were lunching together, going out after work, and shopping at TJ Maxx together. I looked forward to going to work just to spend time with her. Anita was elegant and pure class with her wardrobe, and the most creative woman I ever met! She could decorate her home like a professional! She made time for everyone, and did so many extra over the top things for our patient's. She truly was an angel here on Earth, and she will be missed by many! I know she is in a better place and I am so grateful she came into my life! Prayers and Comfort To Rick, Donna, and Stephanie.
Anita and I worked together at Flagler Health & Rehab. She always had a great attitude to everyone. We always told each other that she was my sister because our birthdays were 1 day apart. I truly will miss her. Very outgoing, helpful and generous was this lady.
I surely miss her. Rest in peace Anita and loving thoughts and prayers to the family.
I worked with Anita for many years at Flager Pines she was a lovely caring person, always greeted me with a smile. You be greatly missed,My condolences to your family. Marlene Williams.
My heart is broken at the passing of Anita. Born on
the same day as I, for years we shared our Birthday
stories. Her sweet soul will be missed. Her kindness and person genuine. She bought laughter and hugs
and Love. I will remember her always. My deepest
condolences to her family whom she loved so much and to all who mourn her. Rest with Angels Anita.
Often times God places people in your presence that may or may not have an impact, and less often he places gems. Anita was indeed one of those gems that was placed in my life. I had the pleasure of working with her for many years in Flagler. She took great pride in her job and was always willing
on going above and beyond the scope of her duties at work.
She is one of the most selfless individuals I’ve gotten the chance to work beside. Countless times I’ve witnessed Anita bring clothes for patients that didn’t have clothes. I remember her raising money for another coworker that couldn’t afford a flight ticket to see their sick child in OH.
She was a great storyteller. I found every story she would tell intriguing. A few of many that comes to mind include stories of how intelligent her dad was; how strong her mom was in raising and looking after the family; getting out of a pickle in Germany because she was very fluent in the language and she was admired by the natives for being able to speak so well; meeting her husband; coming to the states for the first time and being overwhelmed.
If there was a good prank to be carried out, I could always count on Anita to keep a straight face and not break. She was hilarious. I remember her doing impressions of how different co workers walked. The team would have to “tone it down” because we would cry laughing at her.
She was a great cook. I remember her bringing so many European dishes for us to try, and I thought they were all delicious even the ones with beans which she practically forced me to eat :).
Finally, she loved her family with every ounce of her soul. She spoke of how supportive Rick is, and how he was the perfect role model for Stephanie and Donna. She spoke of how proud she was of her two daughters as
Well as the love she had for both her son-in-laws. She mentioned how intelligent and sweet Marissa and Bella were and how sad she felt when Sean went off to the military but how proud she was to see him transform in a young man.
To the family, you are in my family’s thoughts and prayers. I wished Id known her longer than 7 years. Nonetheless, she was placed in my life at a perfect time. She will be missed greatly. Know that the ones we love will never die but live forever in our hearts.
Andrew Pitre
Ann was more than a neighbor she was also my friend many a afternoon spent sitting on my couch listening and talking with her about Rick and the raising of her daughter's we spoke often about her situation and life ending thoughts and I thought to myself wow she really does have it all figured out that's how I remember my friend ann
