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Anna Neece Obituary
Anna and her family came to Yuma in 1955 from Missouri. She graduated from Yuma High School in 1955 and went on to Grand Canyon College where she graduated with a double major in education and music. She taught school in Arizona for almost 40 years, 35 of which were for Yuma School District #1. She was one of the original teachers at Gwyneth Ham. She is a member of "Who's Who of American Teachers". Anna was always very active in Special Olympics in Yuma. She participated in many support groups for new parents of Down Syndrome children.
She is survived by her husband, Harold Neece Jr.; daughter, Christie Squires of La Habra; sons, Dennis Neece of Lynnwood, Washington and David Neece and Kenneth Neece of Yuma; two granddaughters; three grandsons; one great-grandson; and two step-granddaughters.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Yuma Special Olympics, [email protected].
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Brandy Grant
January 20, 2008
My grandma was the greatest person that I have ever had the honor to know. She was so giving to everyone around her. I miss her so much! I love you Grandma, and can't wait to see you again!
Ruth Garcia
January 2, 2008
Harold and David
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God give you stregth to carry on.
Melvin Bucksbee
January 1, 2008
David,
I've been thinking about you alot.
Love your friend Mel.
Wayne and Sylvia Magnusen
January 1, 2008
Our thoughts and prayer are with you Harold and your family.
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Carol Foster
January 1, 2008
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