Anna Mae Delia (Terrio) Diffee

September 15, 1943 – October 2, 2025

On October 2nd at 11:52 a.m., Heaven received an Angel.

Our beautiful, sweet mother, Anna Mae Delia (Terrio) Diffee, passed away at 82 years old, peacefully with family and loved ones by her bedside. She prayed to pass in her sleep at her home in Granville, New York, and God answered her prayers. She passed peacefully and without pain — that was so important to all of us, to make her as comfortable as possible. We are so thankful to Marvin Day from the Granville Medical Center and the nurses and staff of High Peaks Hospice for helping us make that happen.

Our mom was never alone. Family was always with her, especially these past few months as she declined. We stayed by her side 24/7 to make sure she was loved, cared for, and had everything she needed. When our mom was sick, she still wanted to make sure everyone else was okay and that she wasn't a burden. Even in her final days, she worried about her family, and we reassured her that everyone was okay — rest and go to Dad and God in Heaven, Mom.

You were never a burden, Mama — only a blessing from God. ??

Our mom was the most beautiful person, inside and out. She loved everyone and never judged anyone. She was kind, selfless, funny, and full of life. She had a heart of gold and saw the good in everyone. Her smile could light up any room, and her laughter was contagious. She always made sure everyone felt loved and welcomed, whether it was with a warm meal, a hug, or her comforting words. Anytime an ambulance drove by or she heard sirens, she would stop what she was doing and say a prayer for them.

She found joy and peace reading her Bible and her daily devotionals. She prayed before every meal and before going to sleep each night. She reminded us to never forget to say our prayers. She was a devoted believer in God and the promise of Heaven.

Anna was born on September 15, 1943, in Hudson Falls, New York, to her parents Wilfred Joseph Terrio and Rose Alma (Daire) Terrio. In her younger years, she met the love of her life, Clark Fredrick Diffee Sr., and later they were married. Together, they built a beautiful life and a family filled with laughter, love, and faith. They were blessed with eight children — five girls and three boys — and two heavenly children called Home before birth.

Their marriage was a true example of devotion and partnership. They shared countless memories and faced every challenge together with strength and grace. Their love was truly a love of a lifetime — even after nearly their entire lives together, their love only grew. They could often be found walking hand in hand. Their home was not filled with many monetary things, but it was always overflowing with love.

Anna and Clark also shared a deep compassion for the many animals and pets they cared for over the years. They especially loved feeding the birds and listening to their beautiful songs.

Anna was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Her greatest joy in life was her family. Family — and her husband — meant everything to her, and she gave up so much to have a big family and a loving home. She worked hard, loved deeply, and always put others before herself. Whether she was cooking meals, caring for her children and grandchildren, or simply sitting and talking over coffee, she made every moment feel special. Even with a large family, she never forgot anyone's birthday, anniversary, or special occasion. She was always thinking of others.

Anna loved to sing — Patsy Cline was her favorite — and she had a beautiful voice. She enjoyed writing poetry, playing card games, doing puzzles, sewing, and watching Wheel of Fortune and Heartland. She loved her plants, had a green thumb, and could bring any plant back to life. Her favorite flowers were carnations and lilies of the valley. She loved nature, sunshine, and all of God's creatures — from birds in the yard to the frogs she adored. She enjoyed spending time in her garden and planting flowers. In her later years, she loved sitting on her front porch listening to her wind chimes and the birds.

She found peace in the simple things and taught us to do the same: to cherish the little moments, to forgive easily, to love unconditionally, to never go to bed angry, and to always say, "I love you."

In her younger years, Anna worked as a dietitian and candy striper at Glens Falls Hospital — a job she loved because it allowed her to help people. Later in life, she worked on a potato farm. After her children were grown, Anna and her husband Clark ran a cleaning business together. She also worked for ten years with her family at her daughter's preschool and daycare, Precious Moments, where she loved spending each day with the children who adored her in return.

Her legacy will live on through her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all whose lives she touched. We will carry her love, her faith, and her gentle spirit with us always.

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Survived By

Anna is survived by her eight children:

Robert (Sandra) Diffee, Corrina Diffee, John (Jody) Diffee, Sherry Diffee (Michael Caruso), Clark (Geneva) Diffee Jr., Melanie (Jerry) Dow, Malinda Diffee (Dana Sedelnick), and Michelle (Jeffrey) Greene.

She was the proud grandmother of twenty grandchildren:

Shannon Seaver, Matthew Spaulding, Robert Diffee Jr., Nicole Spaulding, Alexan Diffee, Sarah Barnes, Dakota Dow, Clark Diffee III, Derek Prieur, Darion Dow, Justin Tougas, Richelle Greenough, Richard Greenough Jr., Briana Norton, Amanda Diffee, Nicholas Greenough, Cadence Greene, Adelia Greene, Harmony Greene, and baby Greene in Heaven.

She was also blessed with nineteen great-grandchildren:

Riley Spaulding, Kolton Spaulding, Branden Seaver, Cooper Barnes, Nelson Barnes, Liliana Diffee, Brantley Barnes, Robyn Seaver, Braelyn Greenough, Brynnlee Greenough, Oaklynn Greenough, Mason Monroe, Arielle Greenough, Landon Diffee, Atticus Dow, Mason Peroza, Annalynn Norton, Mason Locklear, and Hudson Locklear.

She is also survived by her beloved siblings:

Shirley Pratt, Betty (Simeon) Broman, Billy (MaryAnn) Terrio, Pam Combs, George Jr. (Christine) Sherow, and Bonnie Culver.

Anna was blessed with in-laws she loved dearly, and they loved her just as much. She considered her sisters-in-law to be her "sisters." She had many nieces, nephews, and other beloved family members. She is also survived by a dear lifelong family friend, George Aiken, and other close loved ones: Robert and Melody Greene, Gloria Stone, Ginny Ricci, Charles and Joan Burch, Hillary Rozelle, Bert Dennison, and Mary Rouse, as well as her best friend, Patty Corlew.

Her family was her greatest blessing, and the love she poured into them will live on for generations.?

Preceded in Death By

Anna was welcomed into Heaven by her soulmate and beloved husband, Clark Fredrick Diffee Sr., and their two heavenly babies. They are reunited in eternal peace and love. She loved her husband deeply and looked forward to being together again. Always together, forever.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, Rose Alma (Daire) Terrio and Wilfred Joseph Terrio; and her siblings, Robert Terrio, Sunny Terrio, and Linda Lawrence.

Celebration of Life

There will be a Celebration of Life ceremony held in Granville, New York, on November 29th, in loving memory of both Anna Mae Delia (Terrio) Diffee and her beloved husband, Clark Fredrick Diffee Sr. Please reach out to one of their family members if you would like to attend.

In the spring of 2026, their ashes will be buried together at The Mettawee Cemetery in Granville, New York, where they will rest side by side for eternity. Always together, forever.

In lieu of flowers, monetary donations may be made to Mountain View Baptist Church or the Granville Rescue Squad, in honor of Anna's compassionate spirit and lifelong care for others.