Stirrat, Anne R. of Edina, made her transition August 15, 2006 surrounded by members of her beloved family. Anne was an extraordinary mother, grandmother and friend to all who knew her. She was employed by Honeywell's Residential Division for 25 years. Her passions included her family, friends, tennis, skiing, traveling and fine dining. She will be remembered for her beautiful smile, warm laughter, dry wit, openness and dignity. Preceded in death by her husband, John Rae; and survived by her brother, James Rowse (Evie); and children, Andrew (Susan), Craig (Pamela), Judith Anne, Christopher (Joan), Nancy (Al) and Brian (Colleen); and grandchildren, Erika, Ryan, Kate, Colin, Christine, Laura, Justin, Lindsey, John, Mark and Thomas. A celebration of her life will be held at her home from 3 to 5 PM with a ceremony at 4 PM Saturday, September 9. Memorials can be made to Fairview Hospice Fund, c/o Fairview Foundation, 2200 Riverside Ave., Mpls, MN 55454 and Inner City Tennis, 4005 Nicollet Ave, Mpls, MN 55409
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
What a beautiful tribute to your mother, friend, grandmother and more. Ann created sunshine wherever she went and we have all been blessed by her life, her great strength and her love for those around her. I just love her 80th birthday photo -- such aliveness and hope will go on forever.
With love, Cyndi Kemper
Cynthia Kemper
August 22, 2006 | Denver, CO
To Anne's family,
I had the pleasure of working with Anne at the Mpls Honeywell Branch Office. She brought sunshine with her lovely smile and good nature. Please accept my sincere condolences. She will be missed by many!!
Anita Yeager
August 21, 2006 | St. Louis, MO
Nancy-
I am very sorry to hear about your Mother's death. I remember her lively spirit and kindness whenever we were a guest in her home. You have the cherished memory of being at her side and she will take that to heaven with her. It will hurt off and on for a long time as it still does for the memory of my father. Remember that your Mom is always looking out for you but only from a longer distance. Thinking of you.
Jackie Vermeland
August 20, 2006 | Leesburg, VA
To Anne's Family,
I will miss her notes about YOU and her travels. I worked with her in Edina and spent many lunch hours at her house after she retired. I left MN to work in NC for Honeywell and after one of my trips back to MN, Anne spent an afternoon at the airport with me while I was waiting for my plane. She was a very special friend. We celebrated 'close' birthdays - 11/1 and 11/2. My deepest sympathy to All. Love, Edna Karvonen
Edna Karvonen
August 20, 2006 | Bonifay, FL
