Obituaries

Mary Ann was a dear friend who shone a bright light in the world with her positivity, intelligence , sense of humor, kindness and wonderful laugh. I know her light continues to shine through her grandchildren she adored and always spoke of with love and pride. I am sad I will miss our lunches and pray that happy memories give you, Emily, and your family peace.

I taught with MaryAnn for 10 years. She was the most consistently upbeat person there. She laughed easily and made her classroom a fun place to learn. She was a gift to teaching. My thoughts go out to her family. Libby (Hofsteen) Lusk

I went to grade school in Lancaster, Wisconsin with Mary Ann and I knew her as Twig! We had great fun and I was at her parent's home often! Twig was a very caring person. RIP Twig 💜

My Sincere Sympathy, Emily & Family. Mary Ann was a a wonderful classmate of mine. Barb Baus Rewey

Mary became a Shared Sister to our PEO chapter CK and became a cherished friend and sister. She worked on the Program committee and our book club where she always shared insightful thoughts. She is missed. Marty Staller

Mary Ann was a patient of mine while she lived in Middleton, Wisconsin. And I am honored to make that statement. She was a wonderful person who had a positive, infectious, & enthusiastic view of life. She most loved her two daughters and hardly ever missed an opportunity to tell me about them and where they were and what they were doing. However, after she left Middleton, and perhaps due to my retirement in 2011, I lost touch with her. And it saddened me to learn, in her obituary, that Lexi was deceased. My thoughts and prayers go out to her, Lexie, and also to Todd. One final thought: Mary Ann (sorry...I never knew her as Twig) also honored me by asking me to care for her mother, Ruth Terwilliger, even though she lived in Lancaster, Wisconsin. And, like Mary Ann, Ruth was a kind, friendly, caring person who brought joy to all who knew her. Peace, Gregory L Sheehy MD

Mary Ann was the friendly, enthusiastic P.E.O. sister who helped welcome me to the organization. Our chapter was lucky to have her as a member. Rest in Peace.

Mary Ann was a lovely and fun loving person. She was a sorority sister of mine at Wisconsin. She was generous with her time and gifts. She took a group of us to her parents Fla. Home and we had the time of our lives. We all went to a NY Mets game and a few came to the house for a party😎😎 I have very fond of Mary Ann and thankful for her and her legacy. Joan Fisher

She was my teacher as well; and a great one. I remember loving her lesson on Anne Frank. She and her husband chaperoned our trip to Washington D.C. as well. Sending my thoughts to her family ❤️

She was my 8th grade teacher; and a great one. I remember really enjoying her lesson on Anne Frank. She and her husband chaperoned our trip to Washington D.C. as well. Sending my thoughts to the family ❤️

I taught with Mary Ann for 5 years at Orchard Ridge Middle. She was a dedicated, highly skilled teacher who took a personal interest in the success of all of her students. Her kindness and caring inspired all members of the school community. She positively influenced the lives of hundreds of students and staff in her tenure as a teacher. Patrick Delmore

My sympathies to the family. Mrs. Anderson (as she was known to me) influenced so many lives for the better. She was my teacher back in 1985 and I'll never forget her. She supported me so that I could speak in public and got me to try out for the high school English TAG program. She believed in me more than I believed in myself which made a big difference in my life. Kristen Schoepke

"Twig" will always be remembered!! RIP "Twig"

How lucky I was to have you Mrs Anderson for both 7th and 8th grade!!!!! You will be missed! I always loved our time together! I'll miss your monthly Rabbit emails! May you soar above and be free! I will miss you! Thank you for always being a wonderful friend and teacher! Love you!!!!!!

"Twig" spent many hours with us at the Alpha Chi Omega house as a mentor in the 70's. Her warm smile and sense of humor made her one of our favorite alums. Years later I was lucky enough to be visiting the chapter house when she received her 50 year pin. Rest in peace sister in the bond.

Mary Ann was always so gracious welcoming our Moms, Lucy and Katie, when they visited from New York. Her kindness was so very much appreciated. Rest In Peace. Laurie and Frank Zampardi

My heart is very sad. Mary Ann was a great friend and super teaching partner. I loved sharing our teaching stories, swimming episodes and political dramas!!! I will miss her❤️.

Mary Ann had THE best smile! She will be sorely missed in our PEO chapter DU in Florida. RIP Mary Ann

Condolences to family. We at NPCUCC will miss that beautiful smile always in the back row!

I will miss your happy smile and funny stories. Your P.E.O. chapter members remember you and love you too. We will never forget the rabbits!

I am so saddened to read of Mary Ann's passing. I considered her a very "special" P.E.O. sister . She has been at my home many times over the past few years here in Venice, FL... always with a smile on her face. I will truly miss her input and knowledge of our sisterhood. REST IN PEACE DEAR FRIEND.....

Our Sympathy to Mary Ann's family .She will be missed in Harbor Cove.Such an interesting person to visit with .May she rest in peace. John and Lois Dodge

A friend to all. Prayers to family

Will miss her wonderful smile and laughter and how she always greeted you as a friend love her very much Pam Pearsall and Gerald Appenfeldt

I knew Mary Ann from Harbor Cove and attended North Port Community Church of Christ with her. Mary Ann always had the sweet smile she extended to everyone. I will miss her❤️

Mary Ann was the kindest, most generous person I have ever known, and my husband Tom and I send our deepest sympathy to Emily and her family. Mary Ann was very happy here in Harbor Cove, and had many friends who will miss daily chats with her and all the Singles group lunches and outings they shared together. Tom and I spent many New Years Eves with Mary Ann, enjoying our tradition of going out to a Chinese buffet. Just before she left for the summer in Wisconsin earlier this year we marked her departure by bringing in Chinese take-out. She and I ate all the crab rangoons we could manage, and I introduced her to sweet Thai chili sauce. One week before her passing Tom and I were in Wisconsin for a family reunion and stopped to visit her at her summer home. We stopped on the way and picked up pork tenderloin sandwiches and onion rings from Culvers. She had never had that sandwich before and loved it. It seems we were always introducing her to new foods she had never tried. I can't say she was impressed with the pierogies, but she was always willing to try anything! We will miss her very much. Sue Hanson

I will remember Mary Ann's smile and her humor!!! May she rest in peace

My Sincere Sympathy to "Twigs" Family. She will be missed at our Class Reunions too. RIP "Twig" Till we meet again.