Ann Elizabeth Davies

Ann Elizabeth Davies

EVANSVILLE, IN - Ann Elizabeth Davies, 70, of Evansville, IN, and formally of Valparaiso, IN, passed away May 4, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Bettye (Karger) Davies and Robert Davies. She is survived by her brother, David Davies (Janice) of Evansville; and sister, Jane Davies of Georgetown, DC; nieces: Alethea (Davies) Zabrowski and Elizabeth Cook; and nephews: Kurt Davies and AJ Cook.

Ann graduated from Dexter Grade School and William Henry Harrison High School class of 1972. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts: Physical Education/Health degree from Adrian College in Michigan, Class of 1976, and a Master's Degree from Indiana University. During high school she participated in the band and marching band, easily recognized as the shortest member playing the largest instrument a sousaphone.

Ann grew up in a world of Athletics, including Swimming, Field Hockey and Track at the High School and College levels. After graduation from college, Ann was the Varsity Swimming Coach for Valparaiso High School and later the Athletic Director and coach for Ben Franklin Middle School in Valpo. She was a Finalist for the Disney Teacher of the Year Award. Ann was a champion for Title IX and the opportunities this brought to young women while coaching women's Swimming, X-Country, Track, Basketball and Gymnastics, retiring in 2010 after 34 years teaching. She held numerous leadership positions in the Valparaiso Teachers Associate including President for 16 years.

Ann was also a photographer, published author and greeting card creator. While living in Valparaiso and upon her return to Evansville in 2010, Ann continued her love and care for animals, managing a Dog Sanctuary. Her network of past students, teaching colleagues, and animal loving friends is truly amazing. In a recent conversation Ann commented "I am living my dream, being back in Evansville and continuing to help animals by providing them a safe place."

Per Ann's instructions, there will be no public viewing or services. However, The Ann Davies Memorial fund has been established to collect funds for a memorial, in Ann's honor, to be placed at Ben Franklin Middle School in Valparaiso, IN. If you would like to contribute to this fund, please send a check to the Valpo Schools Foundation with "Ann Davies Memorial" in the memo line of the check. Mailing Address: VCS Administration Office: 3801 Campbell St. Valparaiso, IN, 46385. Additional details and future postings regarding a presentation of this memorial can be found on the Ann Davies Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ann.davies.77128.