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ANNE MCEACHERN Obituary

Anne Farrar McEachern Of Corte Madera passed away February 5, 2010, in a way that most people would wish for: In her own home and bed; alongside the husband she deeply loved. She was eternally devoted to Lee McEachern, Sr. and that love and devotion were returned by him completely. They celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary just a few months ago. A lengthy illness brought an end to her good and happy life. Anne and Lee met as children in Birmingham, Alabama. They graduated from the University of Alabama and Anne became a teacher as Lee went off to war. Their four children, Linda, Lee, Laura and Lon, were born in Memphis and Anne interrupted her career to be home for their early years. The family moved to Marin in 1958 and a few years later Anne returned to teaching in the Larkspur-Corte Madera School District where hundreds of children through the years had the great good fortune to be in her classes. She was a gifted and beloved teacher; the kind we all remember forever. Everyone in her family tells of encountering now-grown adults eager to say that "Mrs. McEachern was the best teacher I ever had." Her friends adored her gentle, kindhearted spirit, her caring heart and her beautiful voice with the slight, sweet southern accent that, in all of her 85 years, never left her. She loved her husband and her family; she loved teaching and her students. She loved her special, close friends including those in her bridge group -- an association that went back 50 years. And we all loved her dearly and forever. Farrar is survived by Lee McEachern, Sr. Mom is survived by Linda and Chet Wood of Danville, Lee McEachern Jr. and Cris Jones of Greenbrae, Laura and Terry Bart of Jackson, Wyoming, and Lon McEachern and Carol Czyzewski of Santa Clara. Grandmother is survived by Matthew, Brian and Emily Wood; Lee III, Britt and Kyle McEachern, and Ryan and Colleen McEachern. Anne Farrar is survived by her brother and sister, Dr. Hampton Smith and Carolyn Kyle. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions either to the Marin Literacy Program or a charity of your choice. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, February 11th at Daphne Funerals, 610 Tamalpais Ave., Corte Madera.

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Published by Marin Independent Journal on Feb. 10, 2010.

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February 12, 2010

Lee you were a very lucky man to have spent so many years with such a beautiful and caring lady. Know that she is always with you and your great family. Farrar will be missed by so many because she touched so many hearts.

~Mike and Irene Kozak

Kirsten Michener

February 10, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. McEachern was my brother's and my first grade teacher at San Clemente School many years ago, and I remember her as a kind and gentle teacher. She touched so many young lives and minds through teaching. I wish peace to all of you in your time of sorrow.

George and Marjorie Irvin

February 10, 2010

Anne McEachern was the quintessential Southern Belle. She was intelligent, kind, beautiful and patient. Our son Andrew was lucky to have had her as his first grade teacher 35 years ago. He is beginning his 17th year as a geography teacher in Roswell, Georgia. He married a teacher and we are proud that both of our children are in long-term marriages and are university graduates, as are their spouses. San Clemente was an outstanding school. How ironic that Alex Appell, our children's kindergarten teacher, passed away last week.

Rob Kelly

February 10, 2010

I was fortunate to have Mrs. McEachern for two years while at San Clemente and she holds a special place in my heart. She was kind, encouraging, and devoted to all us little kids. She will be missed.

Carolyn Stothers

February 10, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Phil and Susana Kyle

February 10, 2010

I will miss Aunt Farrar. Even though I haven't seen her for years, I remember her being so easy and warm to be around.

Our love to all.

Linda Wood

February 9, 2010

We miss you so very much Mom. You were an exceptional woman and I was lucky to have you to guide me through life. You inspired me to try to be the best mother possible for my children. I could not have had a better role model. I learned so much from you, as did so many students that were lucky enough to be in your classroom. You will never be forgotten and your spirit will live in us forever. Thank you Mother..we love you.

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