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Ann Anderson Obituary
Born February 21, 1963 in Akron, she had lived in Akron before moving to Concord Twp. 25 years ago. Mrs. Anderson was a second grade school teacher at St. Mary of the Assumption School in Mentor for 15 years.
Survivors are her husband, James Anderson; children, Jonathan, Christopher and Meghan Anderson; mother, Frances Yahner of Stow; four sisters, Julie (Caryn Thornburg) Panis of Tracy, California, Mary (Joe) Hassing of Littleton, Colorado, Jean (Carl) Rakich of Medina and Catherine (David) Murdock of Akron; mother and father-in-law, Marilyn and Bob Anderson of Copley; two brothers-in-law, Mike (Chris) Anderson of Kenner, Louisiana and Rick (Cindi) Anderson of Monroe Falls. She is also survived by many other loving family members and friends and will be missed by her pomeranian "Poochie."
She was preceded in death by her father, Alvin Yahner and her brother Thomas Yahner.
A mass of Christian burial will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 8560 Mentor Ave., Mentor. The family will receive friends from 3 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Brunner Sanden Deitrick Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 8466 Mentor Ave., Mentor. Private family inurnment will be held in All Souls Cemetery at a later date. Contributions may be made in memory of Ann M. Anderson and in honor of Mary Hassing to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Northeast Ohio Chapter 6155 Rockside Rd., Suite 202 Independence, Ohio 44131. Online obituary at www.brunners.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Ann Anderson
March 17, 2013
You were the greatest teacher ever!!!! I wanted to have you every year!!!! I miss you!!!
January 22, 2013
I will always remember you as my teacher and nobody will understand why you had to leave us.
Rita Burkley
January 14, 2013
Dear Fran and family,
I was so sorry to read of Ann's passing. I will always remember the Yahner girls from our days at Annunciation. My sympathy to all of you.
January 12, 2013
i will miss you so much my daughter loved being in your class
Chris Wilson
January 11, 2013
We are sorry to her about Mrs.Anderson. We will miss seeing her when she brings Chloe in.Pet-Tastic Grooming Gang
Dominick Monte
January 10, 2013
Jimmy, I am so sorry to hear about Ann. She was always so happy and had that genuine smile. I will never forget all the fun we had in Detroit at Michaels wedding. You and your family will be in our prayers. Love Dominick Monte
Angie Barnhart
January 10, 2013
Jimmy,
I am so shocked and sad to hear of Ann's passing. What beautiful comments people have been writing. Heaven has gained a special soul. I will be praying for you and your family. I wish I could take away the pain you are feeling. May God guide you through this difficult time.
Love and prayers your cousin,
Angie
Sue Knapp
January 10, 2013
Jimmy, we are so shocked and saddened to learn of Ann's passing. May you find comfort in your children and in the many memories that you and your beautiful wife have made. Know that you and all of your family will be in our thoughts and prayers as you find your way through this most difficult time. Jim & Sue (Ashley) Knapp.
Becky (Lenke) Jenkins
January 9, 2013
To Jim & Children and Marilyn & Bob & Family: I was so sad to learn of your loss. I remember being at Jimmy and Ann's wedding and what a beautiful day that was. My prayers for all of you are for strength and the healing power of your memories of Ann. God bless all of you.
Lisa Krsolovic
January 9, 2013
I met Ann last year at our Religion classes and I could not forget her laugh - it was contagious! We have an ANGEL watching over us! Many prayers and thoughts are with Ann's husband and children along with family and friends!
January 9, 2013
Jon and Brandon played hockey together and I was so saddened to hear of Ann's passing, May god bless the Anderson family.
The Hudock family
January 9, 2013
Jimmy and kids, Elisabeth and I are so saddened by the loss of Ann. She will be missed. You are in our prayers. Cousin Patrick
Lora Alexander
January 9, 2013
My heart felt sympathy to Ann's family. We went to Hoban together and our crazy younger sisters where good friends. Ann had such a great smile and wonderful contagious laughter! She will light up heaven as she did here on earth. Lora ( Pianelli). & John Alexander, Atlanta, GA
January 8, 2013
To all of Ann's Family: I am so so sorry to hear about Ann's passing. We played together a lot in grade school and I always thought of her as Amy. Our mother's were close and I loved her being my friend. She was such a wonderful person. I will pray for all of you at this time. Love, Janine Lanshe Delagrange
Carolyn Aylward Henretta
January 8, 2013
Ann and I met at The University of Akron back in the 80's. We were in the same 8 a.m. class and became very good friends. Her son Jon and my son Matt were babies together. We would take them swimming and soak up the sun. I always knew she would become a wonderful teacher. Her family meant the world to her. Ann was a beautiful person, inside and out. I always enjoyed our visits and Christmas cards. My prayers go out to the Anderson and Yahner families.
Kotek Family
January 8, 2013
Dear Anderson Family,
We are sorry for the loss of such a wonderful, caring person. Mrs. Anderson was our sons second grade teacher and he was very fond of her. He remembers her always having a smile on here face and always having fun nail art. She was a treasure to all the people's lives she touched. Take comfort in the fact that she is watching over all of you now as a very special angel. May God continue to bless all of you dring this most difficult time.
January 8, 2013
Jim and family:
We were so saddened to hear the news of Ann's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
The Todd Family, Chardon
Helen Palmer (Hamilton)
January 8, 2013
She was truly a wonderful teacher. I just saw her a week ago and had such a nice talk with her. She still remembers my son's name after 10 years from having him in her class. Tyler was so blessed to have such a wonderful teacher in his life.
God Bless Ann and her family during this time.
Susan Ondack
January 8, 2013
May God grant peace to Ann's husband, children, family and friends. My heart goes out to all of you for your loss. Ann was so full of life and blessed with wonderful family and friends. Just a tour through her Facebook page shows a glimpse of how much she enjoyed life. My prayers are with you.
James & Lizzette Conlin
January 8, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 8, 2013
Im so sorry I remember my last conversation with her she was my 2nd grade teacher R.I.P
Sincerely, Joseph K
The Blomstrom Family
January 8, 2013
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Ann's passing. As a hockey family, we will always remember our Thanksgivings in Niagara Falls. Ann was a very classy lady and she will be missed by many. The family is in our thoughts and prayers.
January 8, 2013
Anderson/Yahner Families:
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts are filled with sorrow. What a beautiful person Ann was. Beautiful eyes, beautiful smile & a beautiful heart. How blessed we were to know her. We were touched by an angel. Please take comfort in the countless lives she has impacted for that is a true representation of a life well lived, albeit too short. May God grant you peace and comfort through this difficult time.
Ann, may you reign with Him.
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Curt & Suzanne Jones & Family
Cindy Fenner
January 8, 2013
The entire St. Mary's school community was blessed by Ann's commitment and dedication to her students. She lit up her classroom and the hallways with her infectious laugh, her year-round tan and her compassionate eyes. She will be missed. Our prayers are with her entire family.
Charlette Sgro
January 8, 2013
Dear Jim,
I just learned of Ann's passing and am so very heartbroken for you and your kids. Your love and admiration for her were so evident in how you spoke of her. My prayers for you and your family,
Sincerely,
Charlette A. Sgro
January 8, 2013
Mrs. Anderson was my fourth grade teacher at Huntsburg Elementary.She had alot of compassion and kindness even when I didn't completely deserve it. She was a great teacher. RIP
Ann Zajac
January 8, 2013
I will miss you my dear dear best friend. I will always cherish our time together and all the memories we have shared through our 30 plus years as friends. You have always been there for me and I hope that I can be the same for Jimmy and the kids. Rest in peace my love, heaven has received a beautiful angel. Love you xoxo
Bridget Burke Beringer
January 8, 2013
Ann,
"until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand"
Love you,
Bridget
Cynthia Spikell
January 8, 2013
Ann's enthusiasm and bubbly personality made her a joy to teach with at Huntsburg School. We kept in touch over the years and I last saw her at an anniversary party for one of our colleagues. May your good memories of Ann help your family through this difficult time.
Michael Anderson
January 8, 2013
Jim....I am very sorry for your loss. Ann was a very kind and gentle person. She was the light of your life, as well as a great mother to the kids. There is a special place in heaven reserved for people like Ann, I truly believe that Jim. I love you brother, take heart, and satisfaction in the time you had with this special and loving person.
Shenk Family
January 7, 2013
Jim, Jon, Chris & Meghan,
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Ann was always quick with that beautiful smile and could make you laugh in an instant. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Shenk Family
Ed, Teri, Eddie, Allie & Timmy
Anna Zawilinski
January 7, 2013
She was a wonderful, caring mother,a fierce soldier of Christ leading children to His True Presence, a fiesty, funny friend who brought joy her co-workers. Her dignity and beauty will be missed always! Love and peace to Jimmy, Jon, Chris, and Meghan.
Mary Elshaw
January 7, 2013
Sleep in heavenly peace....
January 7, 2013
Jimmy and children,
I met Ann when we were both hired together at Huntsburg School in 1989. I remember many laughs and long conversations. i also remember how proud she was after giving birth to her "jon-a-man" and how she senta video to school so her class could meet him. Over the years, we have run into each other and I was always struck by her positive energy and beautiful eyes.
As you hear people share their memories, you will be so proud of Ann, for all she meant to people.
God bless you all with comfort.
January 7, 2013
Kathy and I extend our deepest sympathy and prayers to Fran, Jeanie, Carl and all the Yahner/Anderson family. We are so sorry for the loss of such a remarkable woman.
Blessings and Prayers,
Kathy and Tom Allio
Andy Dangel
January 7, 2013
Jim, Rick and Mike...Sorry to hear about Ann's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Beth Getzinger-Rozumny
January 7, 2013
Cathy,
I was so sad to hear of Ann's passing. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Beth Getzinger-Rozumny
Jennifer Gerred
January 7, 2013
My daughter, Olivia had Mrs. Anderson as a teacher this year and boy did she love her as her teacher!! She seemed to always have a beautiful smile on her face. She loved my girl and took such great care of her during the day!!
I feel so blessed to have have had her in not only my daughter's life, but mine as well, even if it was cut way too short. Olivia misses her so much, but I have told her that she is watching over her always.
Love- Jennifer & Olivia Gerred
January 7, 2013
To the Anderson family, we are so sad to hear such sad news to a wonderful "Mom" with that wonderful smile, cheerful, special personality. My son Josh hung out at school and with sports with Chris at NDCL. I loved going to all the games and hanging out with Ann. She was one special lady and we are all so sorry. Stay strong during this diffucult time and we send our prayers! The Rundo Family.
Denise Eustace
January 7, 2013
While I did not know Ann, Jon did come by my house a few years back with our family friend, Robin. He was so polite and well-mannered that I remember thinking he must have a very special mom that raised him right. I can see from all these wonderful comments that this was true. I am so very sorry for your loss.
January 7, 2013
To the Anderson Family, I am so sorry to hear such sad news. My son Josh played sports and hung around with Chris at NDCL. I use to hang out at all the games with Ann. She was sure a sweet, kind, cheerful and always a smile on her face "Mom". We send much love and prayers to all of you. Keep strong as a family during this diffucult time!! Love, The Rundo Family
January 7, 2013
To the Anderson family, My thoughts and prayers will always be with you. Ann's warmth and bright-eyed spirit will never cease to exist. ~Daryl Robinson-Archbishop Hoban Class of 1981
Brenda Abbott-Perez
January 7, 2013
A Facebook friend (and former neighbor) in Akron just told me the sad news. I have fond childhood memories of Ann and the Yahner family when they lived on Roswell in Akron. We lost contact after they moved to W. Akron but I often wondered about the family. I see that Ann grew up to become a loving and beautiful woman. My heart aches for those who are left to cherish her memory...RIP my childhood friend.
Frangos Family
January 7, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Ann will be watching over you and in your hearts. She will be missed by all.
Rhonda Debevec
January 7, 2013
We were blessed to have Ann as the teacher for both of our children (Adam and Rachael). She took a genuine interest in each of her students and understood each of their individual talents. Our hearts and prayers are with you as you cope with this unimaginable loss.
The Debevec Family
Rhonda, Ed, Adam and Rachael
January 7, 2013
You were truly an amazing teacher and a kind spirit. I will miss hearing you in the hallway outside of my room every morning. Heaven has one special angel.
Heather Schumaker
Bryan Hoffart
January 7, 2013
The Hoffart family was blessed twice by having both of our children in Ann's classroom at St. Mary. She will be greatly missed by her family and by the entire St. Mary community.
John "Johnnie" Butler III
January 7, 2013
Dear Anderson-Yahner family, We the Butler Family would like to express our condolences to you all in celebration of the wonderful life of Ann ("Amy"). Having known Ann since our early days @ Annuciation School & parish in 1970, and later @ Archbishop Hoban HS, she was always an upstanding person and bright light. She will indeed be sorely missed.
Jenn and Chad Kline & Family
January 7, 2013
Cathy, Dave & Family - We were saddended to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Take comfort in the memories you hold so close. With love and deepest sympathy ~
January 7, 2013
Dear Anderson Family - We are saddened by the news of such a wonderful person. Have peace in the fact that she in heaven with God, our father. I know how much she did for our family at St. Mary's and what a bright light is was. Rest is Peace Ann
Gwen Santoro
January 7, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of loss. She will always be in our hearts and watching over you.
January 7, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about Ann. I went to high school with Ann, she was a good friend. God bless all of you.
Lisa Muehlheim
Paul & Danielle Murphy
January 7, 2013
Dear Anderson Family,
Our daughter Rachel was very fortunate to have Ann as a teacher for second grade. We were all deeply saddened by the passing of Ann. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary Steurer-Hernandez
January 7, 2013
My deepest sympathies to your family
Jan Nelson
January 7, 2013
My heart is heavy for all of you. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Ann. Please know that we all love and adore all of you and you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you
Patricia and Mitchell Zappitelli
January 7, 2013
Thoughts and prayers are with you,Jim, and family, at this time. Ann was a lovely woman, with an infectious smile. We would always exchange funny stories from the past when we would run into each other. My son was fortunate enough to have her as his second grade teacher, in her first full year at St Mary. She was a wonderful teacher. May God Bless all of you at this time.
Kevin,Terri,Brad and Zach Clemens
January 7, 2013
Jim,Jon,Chris and Meghan we are so very sorry for your loss. I keep thinking of those weekends we shared at Salt Fork or times at the pool. Ann you will be forever in the sun now! You will be missed!
Dar Soeder
January 7, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. My son Derek played hockey with Jon. So sorry to hear of this..God Bless you all..
John Balaun
January 7, 2013
Jim,
I am very sorry for your loss. Ann was such a bright light to all. She will continue to shine through you, your family, and all those she touched.
January 7, 2013
Our family is deeply saddened by the loss of this wonderful teacher and person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. pirc family
Susan Bidinger
January 7, 2013
Jim, Jon, Christopher & Meghan, my heart breaks for all of you. Ann was such a great person and friend. God blessed me with bringing her into my life 35 yrs ago. Hugs and love to you all.
Pietrangelo Family
January 7, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to Mrs. Anderson's family. My daughter was blessed to have her as a teacher last year. St. Mary's has lost one of its finest. She will be greatly missed.
Pat & Dan Mehlman
January 7, 2013
Jim and family, we knew Ann for such a short time, but we enjoyed knowing her an you. We will miss her. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ed Balaun
January 7, 2013
My brothers and sisters and I are all sad to hear of Ann's passing. Lots of great memories from our neighborhood kids days of the 1970's.
Mike and Sue Kacsala
January 7, 2013
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Your Neighbors.
Onder family
January 7, 2013
We are so very saddened by the loss of Mrs. Anderson My daughter Olivia was very fortunate to have her as her second grade teacher. We will always have fond memories of her and she will be greatly missed.
Coyne Family
January 7, 2013
We wish to send our deepest condolences and know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family through this difficult time. She was such a wonderful and devoted teacher that we are honored our children were able to have while at St Mary's. She always had a smile on her face. RIP Mrs. Anderson. You will be deeply missed!
Sue & Bill Stacho
January 7, 2013
We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Knowing Ann for six years and sitting next to her for all of the hockey games and hearing her say, "Go Blue!" were some of our fond memories. She was a great and warm person who will be missed. She left a warm spot on your heart. She will be greastly missed. The Stacho Family, Bill, Sue, Nathan, Michael, & Hallie.
Michele Bernot
January 7, 2013
Please accept our condolences and the prayers of the Lake Catholic Community in honor of the wonderful life of Mrs. Ann Anderson - a joyful teacher who changed the world with each student she encountered. We will pray the Chaplet of the Dicine Mercy for her, and for your entire family on Tuesday morning this week. May she rest in the eternal peace of our God -
January 7, 2013
Dear Anderson Family,
We wish to extend our condolences and to let you know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Ann was such a special person and teacher. Be encouraged and know that God holds her in his arms. God bless
The Luketic Family,
Daniel,Josie,Monika,Stephanie
Lynn Taggart Rogers
January 6, 2013
Dear Jimmy, Jon, Chris and Meghan,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Ann's/your Mom's passing. She was a very special person, and had many, many friends. Lean on them in time of need. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless~
Johnson Family
January 6, 2013
Four of our children were blessed to have Ann as a teacher.She was such a warm, loving and kind person.She was one of St. Marys finest. Prayers for her family and friends.Heaven now has another beautiful angel.
January 6, 2013
Dear Anderson family, Ann was such a special teacher and friend. I am happy I had the pleasure to work with her. Her smile and enthusiasm will be missed. I am also blessed that she taught all 3 of my children in such an important year in their education.
With deepest sympathy, Chris, Mike, Kara, Beth and Mark Jankowski
Jill Pappenhagen
January 6, 2013
Dear Anderson family, I am shocked and saddened by your loss. Know that you are being held in prayer by all of us here at St. Mary's, and that Ann will leave a giant hole in our hearts. May the love of God and the community of the Holy Spirit comfort and support you. God Bless You! Jill Pappenhagen
Domenica Green
January 6, 2013
Jim, Jon, Chris and Meghan,
Denny and I, along with Matthew and Patrick were so saddened to hear of Ann's death. We all have wonderful memories of our baseball days in Mentor with the Andersons. Ann was so wonderful to work with- always a smile and kind word. We pray for all of you!!
The Kosnosky Family
January 6, 2013
Dear Anderson Family,
May the Lord Bless You and give you the strength to edure the suffering you are going through. We are praying for all of you.
Christine Wagenlander
January 6, 2013
Many prayers will be said for the Anderson Family. With Sympathy John, Christine, Gretchen and Thaddeus Wagenlander.
Christine Rako
January 6, 2013
Heaven will receive the ANGEL, that both our children were blessed to have as a teacher.
We will miss you Ann.
The Rako family
Jane Yanosko
January 6, 2013
Dear Anderson Family - Ann was my son's second grade teacher, he is now a sophmore in high school. Her incredible caring nature had a huge impact on our family. She was a wonderful teacher and friend to us. Our hearts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Rose Ambrose
January 6, 2013
Jim, Jon, Chris & Meghan...you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am still in shock after hearing about Ann yesterday. We had some good times at hockey tournaments back in the day and anytime I ran into Ann, she had a smile and a warm greeting for me. I pray for strength for you to carry on. She will be watching over you. Make her proud!! She will definitely be missed...RIP Ann.
January 6, 2013
I will miss all the fun we had together at school. May you rest in peace, my dear friend.
Love, Jan Liubman
January 6, 2013
I Will miss all the fun we had together. Layla was lucky to have you for a teacher. Rest in peace, my friend.
Love, Jan Libman
The Winterich Family
January 6, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about Ann. My son had her as a teacher 10 years ago. She was beautiful inside and out. Our prayers are with you.
April , Chuck,Cody,Kayla Waterman/Macchione
January 6, 2013
Dear Jimmy,Jon, Chris, Megan and all Ann's family, I will remember Ann's smile, humor and her ability to touch each and every one of her students in some special way ! We will miss her dearly at St. Mary's and she can never be replaced in our hearts ! She is truly an angel in heaven and her talents will never be forgotten ! Our deepest sympathy
Natalie Rock
January 6, 2013
My daughter had the pleasure of being taught by Mrs.Anderson last year. What a wonderful teacher with a bright smile and warm nature! She will be greatly missed at school. Our prayers to her husband, children and family at this shocking time of loss. God be with you....
Bob Bryan
January 6, 2013
Dear Jim & Family: We are so saddened for your loss. Our hearts are broken and we are praying for you all. Ann will remain in our prayers.
Beal Family
January 6, 2013
We will miss you Ann. May you rest in peace.
betty taucher
January 6, 2013
You always reflected the light of Christ may you do so now in glory.
betty taucher
January 6, 2013
My prayers are with you all. Ann was always cheerful and kind and her eyes reflected the love she had for what she did. I enjoyed working with her and it was a privilege to know her. Peace to you and may you have a welcome on the other side.
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