Lianne J. Brankner
Died: May 19, 2018
Lianne Smith Wrobel Brankner, 69, of Boonton, New Jersey, passed away on May 19, 2018. She was raised in Hackettstown, New Jersey by her amazing mother, Evelyn. She graduated from Hackettstown High School, Centenary College for Women, and William Paterson College. She played basketball throughout high school and college. After college she worked at M&M Mars. Lianne married and started her family soon thereafter and relocated to Boonton, New Jersey where she lived until her passing.
After teaching for many years, Lianne worked for several insurance companies which included Prudential, TIAA-CREF, and The Standard. She spent many of those years commuting into New York City and White Plains before retiring. During her retirement she was able to spend much of her time with her three grandsons. She enjoyed traveling with them, as well as with her friends. As a loving grandmother, Mema was often found at either a sporting or school event.
Lianne was a kind, loving, and thoughtful person. She shared a great relationship with so many people, including family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. Many could not wait for her sought-after Christmas cookies or peach pie. She may have appeared quiet, but she also had a sharp wit about her and loved to laugh and have fun.
Lianne was predeceased by her mother Evelyn Smith. She is survived by her son, Mark Wrobel, and his wife, Ketal, of Boonton, NJ; daughter, Jillian Wrobel Mackling, and her husband, Jerry, of Dale City, VA; and her three grandsons, Devin and Jaydin Wrobel, and Damon Mackling.
The viewing will be held at Cochran Funeral Home in Hackettstown, New Jersey on Thursday, May 24, 2018 from 4 pm to 8 pm. The funeral services will be held at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hacketstown, NJ on Friday, May 25, 2018 at 10 am with burial to follow at Union Cemetery Hackettstown, New Jersey. Friends and family may gather on Friday at the funeral home starting at 9 am.
After teaching for many years, Lianne worked for several insurance companies which included Prudential, TIAA-CREF, and The Standard. She spent many of those years commuting into New York City and White Plains before retiring. During her retirement she was able to spend much of her time with her three grandsons. She enjoyed traveling with them, as well as with her friends. As a loving grandmother, Mema was often found at either a sporting or school event.
Lianne was a kind, loving, and thoughtful person. She shared a great relationship with so many people, including family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. Many could not wait for her sought-after Christmas cookies or peach pie. She may have appeared quiet, but she also had a sharp wit about her and loved to laugh and have fun.
Lianne was predeceased by her mother Evelyn Smith. She is survived by her son, Mark Wrobel, and his wife, Ketal, of Boonton, NJ; daughter, Jillian Wrobel Mackling, and her husband, Jerry, of Dale City, VA; and her three grandsons, Devin and Jaydin Wrobel, and Damon Mackling.
The viewing will be held at Cochran Funeral Home in Hackettstown, New Jersey on Thursday, May 24, 2018 from 4 pm to 8 pm. The funeral services will be held at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hacketstown, NJ on Friday, May 25, 2018 at 10 am with burial to follow at Union Cemetery Hackettstown, New Jersey. Friends and family may gather on Friday at the funeral home starting at 9 am.
Condolences:
Mike Bufano
#6
May 24th, 2018 3:25 am
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Wrobel (as I always knew her) was always so patient with us growing up even when we were pushing our boundaries and driving her crazy. Sorry I can’t be there in person. Mike
Sam Mickheal
#5
May 23rd, 2018 12:05 pm
Our condolences to the family on behalf of the Provident Bank.
Karin Schardt
#4
May 23rd, 2018 8:04 am
We've known each other since grammer school. She was a "townie" just like me. We reconnected again during class reunions. My friend, I will miss you. R.I.P. karin
Velez, Mastria & DiGiacopo Families
#3
May 22nd, 2018 5:16 pm
Dearest Mark, Jillian and family,
Our sincerest condolences for your tremendous loss. We have known you and your mom for so long and we will certainly miss Lianne. May God grant you peace and comfort during this difficult time and may the love you shared give you strength.
Sincerely, The Velez, Mastria & DiGiacopo families
Lianne, ever the prankster. When we meet again, I'm sure you'll tell me what fun you're having. I will remember you always that way dear friendy
#2
May 22nd, 2018 9:30 am
Lianne, ever the prankster. When we meet again, I'm sure you'll tell me what fun you're having. I will remember you always that way dear friend
Carolyn E Momm
#1
May 21st, 2018 3:43 pm
I have been a long time friend with Lianne since first grade. We have been close friends forever. I will remember many good laughs and many adventures that we shared. I am deeply saddened by her passing but she will remain in my heart forever. Rest in God's hands my friend. Your forever friend . carolyn
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