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1939
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2025
Ann Blote Obituary
Ann was the middle child of Catherine and Lewis Christie, sister to Edward and Robert Christie, both deceased. Ann is survived by her three daughters, Lisa Hicks-Dumanske, Laura Breaux and Lynn Durbin, as well as her sister-in-law, nephew, niece, 8 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, a grandniece and nephew, and 2 great grandnieces.
Ann was raised in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Her family moved to California when she was a teenager. After graduating from nursing school, her first job was in the ER. This must be where she learned how to stay calm under pressure. She rarely raised her voice and often assessed situations from various sides. She has worn many hats in her lifetime: student, nurse, wife, caregiver, single mother, bookkeeper, receptionist (her desk placard read "director of first impressions"), hippie, pharmaceutical rep., lover, avid reader, award-winning manager, friend, AIDS activist, interior designer, traveler, racquetball superstar, grandma, writer, advanced bridge player and much more.
Later in life, Ann discovered she was a natural storyteller and writer. She facilitated a memoir writing group at the Redwood City Senior Center and published her memoirs. Her memorial service will be held at the Veterans Memorial Senior Center, Goldstar Room, 1455 Madison Ave., Redwood City, 94061 on Friday, November 14, 2025, from 3 - 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Ann's favorite charities: KQED, SPCA, or the American Cancer Society in Ann's memory.
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Angela Perino
November 11, 2025
Ann and I have been very close friends for many years, I always considered her a very good friend and so enjoyed our frequent lunch outings in the past few years. I surely miss such a lovey dear person.
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