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Ann Stinchcomb Obituary

Ann Leslie Stinchcomb



The Stinchcomb Family regrets to inform all that Ann Leslie Stinchcomb passed away from a heart attack in Oceanside, CA on February 12, 2018. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, Christian, volunteer and teacher and had countless friends throughout the community.

Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Connie and Glen Turner of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. She is survived by Dave, her husband of 50 years; daughter, Lee Harrison and husband Patrick of Shreveport, LA; son, Bob Stinchcomb and wife Emily of Lafayette, CO; grandchildren, Patrick Harrison, Jr., Carol Ann Harrison, Drew Stinchcomb, and Will Stinchcomb; her brother, Doug Turner, wife Lee and their families of Vancouver Island, Vernon, and Coldstream, British Columbia, Canada; sister, Jan Marrington and her family of Calgary, Alberta, Canada; sister, Patty Turner and her family also of Calgary.

Ann was born in the beautiful prairies in Moosejaw, Saskatchewan, Canada on July 19, 1944. Her father was in Europe in WW II and did not see her until she was a year and a half old when he returned from the war. She attended Nutana High School in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan where she was awarded the Senior Pin. She graduated from the University of Saskatchewan where she received her Bachelor's Degree in Education. Additionally, despite her life-long asthma, she played on the varsity volleyball team. She then attended graduate school at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she met Dave while he was a resident physician in ophthalmology. They both attended the local campus Episcopal church, met for the first time while attending coffee hour, and were married one year later.

Following the completion of Dave's training, they traveled to central India where Dave worked in an isolated, primitive and remote eye hospital. Patients brought family to cook and care for them. One leper dressed in rags came to the hospital without family and Ann provided food for him because no one else would care for him. After six months, they moved to Albuquerque where they have lived for nearly 50 years. Friends from Dave's time in the service in Arizona and his internship in Utah were a wonderful help in getting them settled in Albuquerque. Ann always felt her American friends and neighbors were just as wonderful as those in Canada.

Ann loved the rural lifestyle of Corrales and living in their adobe home. She was active for years in helping preserve the character of Corrales. For more than 10 years, Ann worked throughout Albuquerque Public Schools as a long-term substitute teacher. In this role, she was hired by UNM to be a team teacher throughout the elementary, middle, and high school levels which allowed the teacher to complete her Master's degree. Ann made it possible for eight teachers to earn their Master's degrees. For years, she could not shop on the Westside without being approached by former students. Volunteering was in Ann's blood. She was very active in the Albuquerque Junior League for many years. She volunteered extensively at St. John's Cathedral where she served on the vestry and as a chalice bearer and an usher. Additionally, she supported the Church's music program from its beginning, and it is now nationally known.

Ann loved spending time with her family, friends and traveling. Dave and Ann were inseparable companions and enjoyed doing everything as a couple. Every two years she traveled to Canada to reconnect with her high school and college friends. For years, she spent the fall and winter months in Oceanside, CA enjoying seafood and taking care of her numerous flowering plants and fruit trees. During the summers, Ann loved the sunny days and cool nights in Telluride, CO where she enjoyed walking along the San Miguel River and being surrounded by the scenic San Juan mountains.

Ann was a thoughtful, loving and generous woman who always thought of others. She had a beautiful smile and big dimples. Her warm and vivacious spirit will be greatly missed.

A Celebration of Life for Ann and a reception will be held at 1 pm on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at the Cathedral Church of St. John, 318 Silver Ave SW in Albuquerque, NM (505) 247-1581. Following the reception, Ann's family will privately scatter her ashes in the peaceful bosque.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Cathedral Church of St. John and/or The Friends of Cathedral Music at the address listed above or The American Lung Association, 5911 Jefferson St. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109.

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Published by Albuquerque Journal from Feb. 23 to Feb. 25, 2018.

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Annette Hilton

February 17, 2021

This is the time of when we would get together in Calif. and have a picnic lunch somewhere between the coast and Borrego Springs. It was an occasion that I looked forward to every year, and still think of that time with such fond memories. She will remain in my heart forever. Sitting here writing this note I can hear her beautiful laughter.

DAVID GILL

March 13, 2018

We in the Arizona OUlaws 356 Porsche club are sooooooo very sorry to hear of Ann's passing. Her lovely smile was always such a delight for all of us, and her thoughtful and articulate thank you notes so memorable. We will miss you, Ann.

David Gill

Steve Proctor

March 13, 2018

My wife Barbara is inconsolable. Ann was a shining light and an inspiration. We will try our best to honor her memory by being more like her. She was deeply loved be everyone she touched as is much missed.

March 4, 2018

Ann and I met in 1963 working at the Banff Springs Hotel. She has been a faithful, beautiful friend ever since. My deepest condolences to Dave, Lee, Bob, and families. I will forever remember Ann as an amazing woman and a treasured friend. Thinking of her now, I hear the joy in her voice and that wonderful laugh. Sincerely,
Annette and Gary Hilton

March 1, 2018

Dear Bob and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear this news. May your hearts be filled with peace and wonderful memories. I am so glad I was able to know you both and visit for a brief time before I left California.
sincere codolences
Barbara Kaiser

February 27, 2018

May the God who "binds up the broken-hearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain you and your family during this difficult time(Isaiah 61:1,2)

Elaine Manicke

February 27, 2018

Dear Stinchcomb Family: Our deepest sympathies for your loss. We will keep you in our hearts and prayers hoping that you will find comfort knowing you were so blessed. The Manicke Family

Jinny Henson

February 23, 2018

Dear Stinchcombs,
We were so sad to learn of your loss and have been praying for The Lord's peace ever since.
Lee is an exact copy of this sweet woman and such a precious treasure in my life, as Little Pat is to my Jack.
All my love!

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