Anne T. Broder

Anne T. Broder, born April 12, 1942, beloved daughter of the late Lillian (Verdi) and Joseph Broder, passed away peacefully under hospice care on April 20, 2024 after a long illness. She was a life-long Winthrop resident, dedicating her life to her family, friends and community.

Anne was the dear sister of Elaine Broder Dillon of Winthrop, Richard Broder and his wife Poong-cha of New Mexico, Carol Broder of Revere and Robert Broder of Winthrop. She was the adored godmother of Susan Dillon and the loving aunt of Ben Broder of Somerville, Tina Denton of New Mexico, Michael Broder and Jennifer Duarte of San Diego, California and Ken and Kim Price of New Mexico. Cherished great aunt of Richard and Shannon. She was also the dear friend to Sue Gray, the late Elaine Halkopoulos and her loving “adopted” niece Andrea Hall Phinney.

Anne was a high honors student at Winthrop High School, winning a four-year scholarship to Boston State College. She earned a BS in education, two Master’s degrees and a CAGS degree. She was a gifted student who became a devoted English teacher and Assistant Principal at East Boston High School for over 35 years. She and her friend Elaine developed a Proscola program to help disadvantaged but bright students obtain local college scholarships.

Anne was truly a Renaissance woman of many interests and talents. She loved the theatre, was a member of MENSA, the Winthrop Historical Society, an Election Precinct Captain, a Town Meeting Member, a part time employee at Winthrop Town Hall, treasurer of the Boston Teacher’s Union and a part-time journalist and photographer for the East Boston Times. She was also a supporter of the Boston Theatre Guild, the Boston Symphony and a devoted fan of all Boston sports teams.

All that knew Anne will remember her as a quick-witted woman, one of kindness, warmth, integrity and an unwavering support in times of need. Always ready to lend a helping hand. She will be deeply missed.    

Family and friends are cordially invited to attend the visitation from the funeral home on Monday, April 29, 2024 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM followed by a funeral mass in St. John the Evangelist Church 320 Winthrop St., Winthrop at 11:30 AM. Services will conclude with the interment in Winthrop Cemetery (old section).

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Parkinson Disease Association at www.apdaparkinson.org.

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