Ann Marie Purcell passed away peacefully at home on June 23, 2018 after a long battle with Huntington's disease. She is survived by daughters Carly (Michael), Gianna and Nicollette, son, Fredrick Tyler, and grandchildren, Michael and Gwyneth. Wife to the late Dr. Frederick Purcell; daughter of the late Lucille and Carlo Allegro; sister to Paul Allegro (Linda) and the late Nick Allegro (Jean) and beloved aunt to many. Ann Marie will be remembered as a strong woman who never stopped fighting. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Huntington's Disease Society of America (HDSA), Illinois Chapter (illinois.hdsa.org). Visitation Tues., June 26, 2018, 3-9 P.M. at Matz Funeral Home, 410 E. Rand Rd., Mt. Prospect. Friends and family will meet Tues., June 27, 9:15 A.M. at All Saints Cemetery, Des Plaines, for a graveside service 847/394-2336.