Remembering Maryella and Elizabeth
Maryella Katherine Annal, age 11, was born on April 29, 2009, and Elizabeth Cait Annal, age 9, was born on Oct. 5, 2010 in Syracuse, both earned their angel wings on Sept. 3, 2020, as a result of a tragic automobile accident.
Maryella was a sweet, beautiful girl who brought joy to everyone who knew her. She was compassionate and showed empathy beyond her years. Maryella loved performing whether it be in chorus in Palmer Elementary, her debut in Frozen Junior at Syracuse Children’s Theater, Winter Guard, or in our living room at home. She and her sister, Elizabeth, would spend hours planning shows for us to enjoy. Maryella was a wonderful daughter and the best big sister to Elizabeth, often finding creative ways to help and teach her new things. She loved seeing all of her cousins, and having playdates with friends. On her own, Maryella was an avid reader. She loved having a new book to read, and when she didn’t, she enjoyed re-reading old favorites such as Wonder with Bogey (the family dog) on her lap. Her favorite animal was a sloth and her favorite color was purple.
Maryella was blossoming into a beautiful young lady. She is described as the mother hen, puppy loving, dance party choreographer, craft making angel, with the biggest heart to ever grace this earth. She enjoyed cooking and baking on her own and made the best strawberry shortcake. Also, Maryella was looking forward to being a Cadette in the Girl Scouts, transitioning to middle school, and continuing to be an altar server at St. Mary of the Assumption Church. She planned to continue to take voice lessons and perform in many more concerts and shows. She wanted to be a teacher when she grew up. She had a bright future ahead of her.
Elizabeth was a lovable, funny, brave and beautiful girl who filled everyone around her with happiness. She would brighten our days with her observations on life, her gentle nature, her love for funny jokes, and her dedication to working hard. Elizabeth was a wonderful daughter and a devoted younger sister to Maryella. She loved spending time with her family and friends, building forts and playing Roblox with her cousins, and snuggling with the family dog, Bogey. Elizabeth loved dancing and singing karaoke, and all things computer, including watching YouTube, playing games, and messaging her friends. She always enjoyed both telling and listening to a good joke. She was a proud Palmer Penguin, a member of the Upward Sports basketball program, and an altar server at St. Mary of the Assumption Church. Elizabeth was looking forward to turning 10 (joining the double digits club,) having a YouTube channel, continuing piano lessons and becoming a teacher when she grew up. She had a bright future ahead of her. Elizabeth was spunky, and she shared the best belly laughs with those she loved. Her favorite animal was a koala and her favorite color was teal.
