Anne was born in Cherryvale, Kansas. She married an Air Force Officer and moved around a lot, living in a hand-full of different states. With her husband Carl she visited many European countries as well as Canada and Mexico. Starting with being Treasurer of Officers' Wives' Clubs, bowling leagues, and thrift shops, she honed her skills as a bookkeeper with several businesses culminating in becoming an independent public accountant with numerous clients; mostly in Arizona and California. She retired in 2008 when she moved to Kansas. Beloved by family and friends for her energy, joy and wisdom, she leaves a big hole in our lives. She is survived by her husband Carl, two sons, Rick and Nick; two daughters, Kathleen and Kimberly, and four grandchildren; Brenda, James, Charles, and Kanak.