Ann L McPherson

Ann Louise McPherson, 70
Ann Louise McPherson, 70, of Ashland passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2023 in Stein Hospice in Sandusky.
She was born on July 16, 1952 in Ashland the daughter of the late Robert Neil and Helen L. (nee McMurray) McPherson.
Ann graduated from Ashland High School, Class of 1971. She proudly served in the United States Marine Corps.
For many years Ann portrayed "Corky" the clown at children's parties. She was also employed as a nurse's aide at the Good Shepherd and worked in the cafeteria at Ashland University.
Ann was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. She was an avid cat lover throughout her life.
The family wishes to thank St. Martin's assisted living and Appleseed for their support of Ann over the years. In 2006 she was recognized for her outstanding leadership and service to the Appleseed Mental Health Community, having served on the board for many years. She took part in the ground breaking ceremony for the new building on Rocky Lane.
Ann is survived by one sister, Mary (Robert) Morgan of Somerset England and many cousins and friends.
She is preceded in death by her loving parents, Robert McPherson and Helen Lucille McPherson Loyd; and her stepfather, Dr. David Paul Loyd.
Funeral services will be held, Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the Denbow-Gasche Funeral Home with Reverend Kevin McClain presiding. A meal and time of fellowship will follow the service in the Legacy Room at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Ashland Cemetery on Wednesday. Friends may call one hour prior to the service from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Cat Feline Sanctuary, 1130 East Main Street, Box 136, Ashland, Ohio 44805 or to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016.
For those unable to attend, online condolences may be shared on the funeral home's website at denbowfh.com
Denbow-Gasche Funeral Home & Crematory is handling the arrangements.