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1949
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2016
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Ann McEvers Obituary
She was born September 11, 1949, in Jacksonville, the daughter of Virgil F. and Catherine O'Hearn McEvers.
Surviving are three children, Joellen (Larry) Driver of Jacksonville, Jason (Laura) Christy of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and Jennifer Fanning of Jacksonville; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Marsha (Van) Rienckie of Glen Dale, Arizona, and Trenna McEvers of Arenzville. Her parents and three sisters preceded her in death.
Ann was a former employee of Carnation Corp./Nestle, where she worked for 32 years. She was a member of the Teamsters Union.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. Daws Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ann McEvers
August 25, 2016
Sorry for your loss.
Doug Stock (Kingsford, MI)
Jeff Clark
August 25, 2016
My deepest sympathies to Ann's family. I have many fond memories of our early years in Arenzville's school.
Carolyn Motley
August 24, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Ann's passing. She was a great lady and good friend for many years. My condolences to the family.
Wanda Grant Bergschneider
August 24, 2016
I went to school in Arenzville with Ann. She was always fun and could make me laugh. My prayers are with the family.
Gregg Orr
August 24, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear of Ann's passing. She was a wonderful, fun lady and dear friend. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Karen Blankenship
August 24, 2016
So sorry to hear of her passing !
Ken Walbert
August 24, 2016
I am so sorry to learn of Ann's passing. R.I.P. Ann. I still have the the wonderful memories from years ago. We had so much fun and it seems such a short time ago.
Cheryl Surratt
August 24, 2016
So sorry to see this notice.
I have sweet memories of her as we were growing up.
Molly (Clark) Daniel
August 24, 2016
I am very sorry for the family's loss. I remember Ann from when I was little in Arenzville. She was a joyful person. This is a lovely likeness of her. I recall that smile. You are in my prayers.
August 23, 2016
We love you, R.IP. Old friend!
Kathy Robinson
August 23, 2016
My sympathies to the family. I worked with Ann at Capitol Records when we were younger and again at Nestle til retirement. There are a lot of life memories thru those years. Rest in peace, Ann.
Judy Logan Fowler
August 23, 2016
I send my love and prayers to the family... So sorry for the loss of Big Ann...
Vitoria dennis
August 22, 2016
I love you Grandma Ann and I miss you so Much. I know you're not suffering anymore and I feel selfish for wanting you here with me and your great grandson Owen. Until we meet again beautiful. Watch over all of us from above.
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