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Anne Dick

1927 - 2017

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1927

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2017

Anne Dick Obituary

Anne R. Dick

Anne R. Dick (née Anne Browning Williams) passed away peacefully in her home in Pt. Reyes Station, California on Friday, April 28, 2017. She was born in West Englewood, N.J. on January 27, 1927, to Hazel Adele Johnson and Arthur Williams II. She was raised in St. Louis, Missouri, where she attended Washington University. Her older brothers, Arthur Williams III and Cmdr. Robert Williams, USN, predeceased her. She was also predeceased by her first husband, Richard J. Rubenstein, and her ex-husband, Philip K. Dick. She is survived by her daughters Hatte (Rubenstein) Blejer, Tandy (Rubenstein) Ford and Laura (Dick) Leslie and grandchildren Aaron and Chris Brown, Evan Reano, Ariella and Mike Blejer, Kimberly and Dave Ford, and Lisa and Justin Coelho, as well as three great grandchildren, Lily Coelho, Aeton Schey and Max Brown, her sons-in-law, David, Mark, and Russ and granddaughter-in-law, and dear nieces and nephews. Her daughter, Jayne (Rubenstein) Reano predeceased her. She is also survived by her long time assistant and honorary family member, Craig Bailey, and friends around the world. She was a highly respected craftwoman, founder of Anne R. Dick Jewelry, which she ran from 1962 to 2008. She also published three books of non-fiction and 7 books of poetry, including Search for Philip K. Dick and Anne in the Twentieth Century. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donating in her memory to the following organizations Hospice by the Bay http://hospicebythebay.org/donors/ Marin Agricultural Land Trust: http://www.malt.org/donate and The Heifer International: https://www.heifer.org/

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from May 5 to May 7, 2017.

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Steve Becker

May 25, 2021

I was her "Lost Wax Caster" in 1983, 84. I was lucky enough to see her again in 2013 at a restaurant in Pte Reyes. Sad to also hear about her daughter Jayne's passing in 2012, I knew her well at the time I worked there. May God be with them both!

arlene Ballow

August 22, 2017

I have a found treasure of a necklace and just today noticed a name near the hook. When I looked up the name I was amazed to find out that I own a piece of this wonderful woman's creations. I am so impressed with what I have learned of her life and wish I had known her. Her children must be so proud of such a talented mother. God bless you all. I feel personally attached to her creativity now.

Linda Banks

August 12, 2017

I purchased several pieces of Anne's jewelry in the 90's. One set of earrings in particular has been a favorite. I lost one of these the very first time I put them on. I wrote her a letter about my predicament and she replaced the lost earring at no cost. I still have and cherish all of her pieces of jewelry. I have one silver lost wax cast bangle that I wear daily, the first piece I purchased. Her creativity has brought a lot of joy into my life. She will be remembered for a very long time. Linda in Arkansas

Ann

May 31, 2017

I am deeply sorry for the loss of Anne. May God's loving kindness bring peace and comfort during this sad and difficult time. Psalms 29:11

Robert Van Peer

May 13, 2017

Ann was such a memorable person and a force in the most positive ways. Though I knew her little I knew she made a wonderful contribution to us all by raising such great children. My condolences to the family and to her close friends.

Shelly Stevens

May 10, 2017

Fond memories of Anne and times spent at her home with her daughters and horseback riding together. I always admired her bohemian spirit and her West Marin lifestyle. Blessings to Anne and all her family. Happy trails...

Anne Scanlan-Rohrer

May 9, 2017

I have been a collector of Anne's jewelry for decades and had the fortune to meet her when I sat next to her at the Station House counter, wearing her earrings, and she introduced herself when she saw them! It sounds like she had an amazing life. - Anne Scanlan-Rohrer, Burlingame CA

Carol Horick

May 9, 2017

Laura and Family,
My sincere condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Thinking of you.

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