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Ann Pierson

1927 - 2017

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1927

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2017

Ann Pierson Obituary

Ann Pierson
89, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on March 25, 2017. longtime resident of Phoenix, passed away Saturday, March 25, 2017 at her home with her family at her side. Born in 1927 in Brawley, California, the daughter of W.V. and Evelyn Ammons and graduated from the University of Arizona where she met her husband. She was an avid golfer and was key in the promoting the love of golf within many of her grandchildren. She also loved playing bridge and Hand and Foot with her group of friends. Ann had a zest for life which extended deep into the community. She was a continual positive influence to all that she touched. Ann had a successful career beginning with real estate then in the Adult Aging field. She was instrumental in developing the first group housing for the elderly, Senior Village, which allowed many seniors to live out their remaining senior years in a positive as well as interactive social setting. Ann, the wife of Eugene Pierson (deceased), mother of Penny Pierson (deceased), survived by Patrick (Sharon), Tim (Former Spouse Lisa Pickett-Pierson), and John (Ann), and Suzie Pierson McCullough (Harold). The Grandchildren that she so dearly loved include: Kaitlyn, Lisa Jo, Alex, Jaime, Jordan, Sean, Michael, Shannon, Kathryn, and Kiley, and her great grandchild, Beckett as well as well as many close friends. A memorial service shall be held in Leisure World of Mesa in the Club room on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Penelope A. Pierson scholarship fund at Mesa Community College.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Mar. 29, 2017.

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Dinah (Perry) Jenkins

March 31, 2017

Dear Pat, Tim, John, and Susie,
I have the fondest memories of your mother from living next door to all you Piersons for so many years! She led 4-H meetings, hosted Washington High School events, was a long-time friend to our family, and always had sound advice for our wayward deeds; she did this while raising 5 great kids and being a devoted wife. I will miss her but will treasure the great memories from my childhood, in which she was a big part.
Love to you all,
Dinah

Gaile Perry Dixon

March 31, 2017

Pat, Tim, John, and Susie
We were so lucky to have had what we had when we had it. Fifteenth Avenue will never be the same. But, it was ours once, and that was because of moms like Ann Pierson! She will be missed, but not forgotten.

Kim Graeff Gonzales

March 30, 2017

So sorry to hear this...your Mom was so nice to me when I boarded Candlelight with your family. She was a really kind person. She will be missed by all that knew her, I am certain. Hugs to all!

March 30, 2017

I miss my favorite Aunt, She always had something positive and supported me, growing up. Playing golf with my mom and Ann was always hoot, they were so competitive!!!

Dan Farmer

March 30, 2017

Tim:

Sorry about the loss of your mother. I lost mine a couple of years ago.

Steve Newmark

Posey Moore Nash

March 29, 2017

Dear Pat, Tim, John and Suzie,
Your mother was so wonderful, we were lucky to have her in our lives. I am unable to be with you for her service, my kindest to all of you...

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