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Ann Haab Obituary
Decatur - Ann Haab passed away peacefully on March 24, 2023.
Funeral service will be 11:00 AM, Saturday, April 1, 2023 at First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Decatur. Visitation will be 10:00 to 11:00 AM, Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Ann's honor may be made to: Decatur Day Care Center and Millikin University.
Ann was born on June 1, 1937 in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of Robert P. and Alice Norton Geddes. She moved to Alton, Illinois in 1941 and attended Alton Public Schools. She graduated from Alton High School in 1955 and attended Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois from 1955 to 1959 when she graduated with a degree in education. At Millikin she was a cheerleader and affiliated with Delta Delta Delta Sorority.
She married Larry Haab on August 2, 1958. After they both graduated from Millikin they moved to Florissant, Missouri where she taught at Parker Road Elementary School. They moved back to Decatur in 1965.
They have three children, daughter Sheryl and her husband Marty Brilley of Decatur, son David of Carol Stream, Illinois and daughter Julie and husband Steve Ruth of Darien, Illinois. In addition she is surrounded by six wonderful grandchildren Megan and Ethan Brilley and wife Courtney, Sofia and Anna Haab, Michael and Sarah Ruth and two great grandchildren Jameson Brilley and Bethany Brilley.
Ann was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Julie Crivello of Godfrey, Illinois.
In Decatur, she was an elementary school teacher at Garfield School. After retirement from teaching, Ann was on the Board of Directors of Decatur Day Care Center where she co-chaired the capital campaign for the Intergenerational Day Care center on the campus of St. Mary's Hospital. For her successful efforts in raising $2 million for this project she received the Woman of Impact Award in 1994.
In addition to serving on the Decatur Day Care Board for six years, Ann volunteered by teaching at the DOVE Preschool Program, working in Millikin Alumni Programs and at Decatur Memorial Hospital.
She also co-chaired the capital campaign to raise funds for the construction of the Greater Decatur YMCA.
Condolences and memories may be shared with the family in care of Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Homes at www.brintlingerandearl.com
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Pam Coventry
August 16, 2023
My deepest condolences Julie and David to hear of your Mother´s passing just now.One of my favorite memories about her was the carpet rake she had and used all the time. May God surround you with his love and peace as you go through many firsts without her. I know how brutal it is losing a Mother as mine passed away last year. The only unsolicited advice I can give you is to walk through the grief and pray earnestly. It´s a lifelong battle, but somehow we get better at our grief.
Bonnie Fletcher DeNully, Pocatello, Idaho
April 19, 2023
Hello! Ann was an aide for my mother, Virginia Fletcher, in kdg at Garfield Elementary. This would have been in the late 1960s - early 1970s. As I recall, Mom always had good things to say about Ann and was so grateful to have her help and friendship! I attended Roosevelt Jr. High, just down Grand St., and would often walk to Mom's room after class. I met Ann on several occasions. On behalf of Virginia (1922-2006) and myself, we send heart-felt condolences.
Debbie Dieterich
April 6, 2023
Sheryl, Julie and David - So very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Our moms' friendship went way back to the days when both of their twins were babies. They remained dear friends up until my mother's passing in 2020. Many heartfelt wishes to you all and your dad.
Nike Whitcomb
March 30, 2023
so sorry to hear of Anne's passing. She was an extraordinary woman and will be both remembered and missed.
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Corinne Ranney Bruno
March 30, 2023
memories of many big picnics together in the park !
GOD BLESS
Gary and Patti Hickey
March 30, 2023
Larry - Deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Joann Whobrey
March 29, 2023
So sorry to hear of Ann´s passing. She was a lovely lady. I´m sure she will be truly missed.
Jay Henry
March 29, 2023
Larry - My thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. I enjoyed knowing Ann and working with you. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
John & Rae Nell Spencer
March 29, 2023
Larry- May god comfort you and your family in this time of grieving. It is especially difficult to lose your life´s partner.
Ann & Craig Guernsey
March 27, 2023
Our sincerest condolences to Larry and family. Ann was a wonderful friend and neighbor. We really enjoyed Taco Tuesdays with Ann & Larry and will miss Ann every day! Love you Larry & Ann.
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