Obituary of Ann McGillicuddy-DeLisi

Ann McGillicuddy-De Lisi of Basking Ridge, N.J. and Beach Haven Crest, N.J. passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on April 15, 2016 at the age of 66. Ann received an A.B. in psychology from the University of Rochester and a Ph.D. in developmental psychology from the Catholic University of America, where she met her beloved husband and life partner Richard De Lisi. Her successful career included positions at Educational Testing Service, William Patterson University, and Lafayette College. At Lafayette, she was a valued professor for 26 years, winning multiple awards for excellence in teaching. Ann made significant contributions to the field of developmental psychology. She authored more than 40 books, book chapters, and journal articles, and served as the editor of the Journal of Applied Developmental Psychology. She was a staunch advocate for women and equality. At home, Ann enjoyed running, yoga, and gardening, and especially treasured her time at Long Beach Island with her family and friends. Ann is survived by her devoted husband Richard, her three sons Brian, Michael, and Alex, daughters-in-law Kate De Lisi and Alison Spiegel, and her grandchildren Abigail and Keegan. The second of six children, Ann is also survived by her siblings Allyn, Audry, John, and Carole McGillicuddy. She will be deeply missed by family and friends. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at Gallaway and Crane Funeral Home, 101 S. Finley Ave, Basking Ridge, N.J., from 2:00-4:00p.m. & 6:00-8:00p.m. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 20, 2016, 11:00am at Saint James Church, 184 S. Finley Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ. For further information please contact Gallaway and Crane Funeral Home at 908-766-0250, or to light an online condolence candle please visit our website at www.gcfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Ann's memory to Alzheimer's New Jersey, 400 Morris Ave #251, Denville, NJ 07834; www.alznj.org.