Anna Spitz

Anna Jane Spitz Mar. 31, 1919- Sept. 22, 2010 Anna Jane Spitz passed away at home, Sept. 22, 2010, at the age of 91. She was surrounded by the love and devotion of her family, both near and far. She was 91 years old, and preceded in death by the one-true-love of her life, Henry Spitz, her husband of 44 years, in 1987. Anna was an Ohio native, one of 7 children born to Yugoslavian immigrants. She was pre-deceased by all but her youngest brother, Dan. Anna will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her, but by none more than her four children; Suzanne, Gary (Cherl), Ron (Stephen) and Rudy (Tina) as well as eleven adoring grandchildren, dear nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, grand-nieces and one god-daughter. In 1946, Anna and her beloved Henry moved to Oakland from Ohio, in pursuit of their dream of owning their own jewelry store. Thus, the birth of Spitz Jewelers and a partnership of love, support and hard work which would lay the foundation for the success that business enjoys today. In addition to being the life of every party, Anna gave generously of herself to all manner of charitable causes and was a valued and active member of many groups and organizations until her passing. Foremost were The Rotary Club of East Oakland, of which she was Past-President and Paul Harris Fellow, the Wheelchair Foundation, numerous AIDS charities, The Blackhawk Guild and many associated groups. She was, however, perhaps most memorable for her appearances as one of Pats' Prancers. The memorial service and celebration of a life exceptionally well lived will be held Sunday, Oct. 3, 2010 at one o'clock in the afternoon at The Chapel of the Chimes, 4499 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, California, The celebration continues at the home of Cherl and Gary Spitz immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory can be made to Hospice of the East Bay, The Rotary Foundation or Help is on the Way, San Francisco.