Anna Cecelia Bigus, 89, died Wednesday December 8, 2010 in Richland, WA. She was born February 2, 1921, in Ashley, PA, a daughter of the late Henry and Anna Haidacher.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband John. John was the love of her life. She moved to Maryland after marriage and resided there until she moved to Richland in 2005. She was widowed at an early age and after raising her children entered the workforce as a Bookkeeper, retiring in 1986. She enjoyed people and sports and was an avid Orioles and Ravens fan. She was a devout Catholic.

She is survived by her daughter Karen Harper and her spouse Tom of Richland and a son Robert Bigus from Melbourne, Florida. She also has one brother, Henry "Buster" Haidacher of Avenell, New Jersey. She had 5 grandchildren – Thomas Harper Gema, Marie Thomas Jared, Colleen Raklious Nick, John and Samantha Bigus. Family was the focus of her life especially her grand-children. Anna was always recognized for her kindness and caring thoughts for others and her many close friends through the years including her newly found friends at the Three Rivers Village. She also loved animals especially her dogs and extended family of dogs. Special thanks to the staff at Kadlec for their kindness and compassion.

Visitation will be held at Einan's Funeral Home today, Friday, December 10, 2010 from 4:00pm-6:00pm with a Rosary at 5:00pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at 11:00am at Christ the King Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Christ the King Church, 1111 Stevens Drive, Richland, WA 99352