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Annie Whitacre Obituary
July 5, 1996 - June 6, 2017
Mountain View, CA
Annie died tragically and unexpectedly last Tuesday in the company of her family. She is the only child of Ken and Carole Whitacre with whom she lived the past three years in Mountain View, CA. Annie was born in San Francisco, CA and grew up in Los Gatos, CA where she attended Challenger Pre-School, Van Meter Elementary and Fisher Middle Schools. After graduating from Pinewood High School in Los Altos, CA she went on to study psychology at Reed College in Portland, OR for 1.5 years.
One of the highlights of Annie's childhood was her long association with Walden West Day Camp at Sanborn Park, Saratoga, CA. Here Annie, a.k.a. "Rattlesnake" (her camp name) worked with a magically imaginative and talented staff, while learning basic hiking and wilderness skills. She attended as often as possible as a camper and later went on to become a staff counselor.
At Pinewood School Annie was trained and mentored by Spencer and Shenelle Williams who developed her skills as a vocalist. She appeared regularly in stage productions at Pinewood including Whisper House, All My Sons, Sound of Music, and Les Miserables. At Reed College Annie continued her involvement with the stage, working part time for the Sound Collective setting up media equipment for campus concerts, presentations, and events. Annie played piano from an early age and resumed study this year taking lessons to develop improvisation skills.
Annie worked several part time jobs recently at Live Nation, Rhino Productions, Marriott, and Guitar Center and planned to return to school next year in the sound engineering field. Her career path followed her lifelong passion for music and the performing arts.
Services will be held at Spangler Mortuary, 799 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA Sunday July 11, 2017 at 2pm. Visitation begins at 1pm. In lieu of flowers donations to the American Cancer Society are welcome.
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Amanda Williamsen
July 26, 2017
Dear Carole and Ken,
I was so very, very sad to learn that Annie has passed. She was a beautiful girl. She was in my freshman writing class. I remember her wit and intelligence, which made her a stand-out writer. She was wise, thoughtful, and cared about treating others kindly. She was a talented musician, too, joining the school's rock band and singing at one of our festivals. I remember thinking how beautifully she sang and how brave she was to hop on stage as a new student and just SHINE. Beautiful and brave. I was glad to know her, though briefly, and I'm very sorry for your loss.
Amanda
Tina Warne
June 26, 2017
Dear Carole,
I am so very sorry about the sudden passing of Annie. Words can not express my deep sorrow. I will keep you and Ken in my prayers. If you need anything pls call me.
Tina
Nanette Olivet
June 17, 2017
Dear Carol & Ken,
I am so sorry to hear of Annie's passing, such tragic news. Our hearts go out to you and your family. We will always remember our memories at Van Meter of Annie. Such a great girl.
Our deepest sorrows.
Ken, Nettie & Corey Olivet
Justin and Ina Stangenes
June 15, 2017
Dear Carole and Ken,
Justin was Annie's cast mate in Whisper House. He has kept the fondest memories of the time he rehearsed and acted in the play alongside Annie. Annie was so beautiful, so talented, and so special I thought she would grow up to be a shining star. Justin and I are completely shocked and deeply saddened by her passing. Our lives were touched by her and we will never forget her.
With much love and compassion,
Justin and Ina Stangenes
Rich Binell
June 13, 2017
I'm heartbroken for you.
Words fail.
Sending love.
Rich
Mary Lou Biancalana
June 12, 2017
Dear Carole & Ken - My heart goes out to you as I can't imagine the loss in your hearts. I loved reading about her. She made the world a better place. Thinking of you and sending thoughts & prayers. xoxo ML
June 11, 2017
We will always remember your kind and gentle soul, Annie. You had so many social causes to support, and you did it well. In your short lifetime, you brought immense joy to your peers and showed the way to live, with adventure and passion. Rest in peace, sweet lady.
Kurkure family
Patty McFate-Johnson
June 11, 2017
Dear Carol and Ken,
We are so saddened to hear of Annie's passing. We have such fond memories of an energetic, confident, and a little wild young girl. Reid will always have his memory of your young Annie chasing him down on the playground to kiss him (quite the torture at that age) and he held onto those monkey bars till he fell and broke his arm... You brought by a book on skeletons that we still have...can't give it up. I lost my 19 yr old sister due to a tragedy also, and I know no words can help, but know she was loved and you are on our minds and in our prayers. What a beautiful girl she became.
Patty McFate-Johnson, Dan, and Reid Johnson
Jennifer Cilker
June 11, 2017
Dear Carole and Ken,
I am heartbroken about the loss of your beautiful daughter. I remember many wonderful afternoons with you at softball games, rehearsals, or performances while we cheered them all on. May your memories bring you great comfort.
Annie at Class of 2014 Los Gatos high school graduation
Alan Beale
June 11, 2017
Gail Karp
June 10, 2017
Carole,
There are no words of condolence I can possibly say to you and Ken. I am profoundly sorry for your unimaginable loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you both as you get through this difficult time. I know Annie was your world. I loved reading about her. She was beautiful. May her memory be a blessing.
Love,
Gail Karp ( Pfeifer)
June 10, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Life is so unfair. You need to hold on and be courageous for Annie.
Someone who's been there
Nancy Green
June 10, 2017
Dear Carole and Ken,
I am so deeply saddened to read this news. I haven't seen Annie since she was a toddler, however I know the incredible joy she brought to your life. Clearly she grew into a spectacular young woman, and her beautiful spirit will continue to grow in your hearts. My heart is with you and your family.
Sending love,
Nancy Green
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