Obituary
After a five year battle with metastatic breast cancer Ann P. Palmer, 69, of Appleton, WI passed away on February 23, 2019 at Joanne’s House at Hope Hospice, Bonita Springs, FL. She was born on February 18, 1950 in London, England to the late Ronald and Agnes (Capps) Farmer. Ann worked in a variety of jobs as she joined her husband in a number of relocation’s. She enjoyed outdoor activities such as sailing, birding, and geocaching. She loved music and played the piano, guitar, and, her favorite, the Irish folk harp. She loved travel and had a great time visiting many countries around the world, including a 4 year stay in Beijing, China. Ann is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Roger; her sister, Jeanette Small; her brother, David Farmer; and her cousins, Geraint Roberts, Linda Farmer, and Barbara Coulson. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in memory of Ann to any national Cancer Society, any national Red Cross society, or Best Friends Animal Society in Kanab, Utah. At her request a memorial service will not be held. She will be cremated in Florida and her ashes scattered in a special place of her choosing. Arrangements are in the care and trust of Baldwin Brothers Funeral and Cremation Society, Ft. Myers, FL.
Please accept our deepest condolences, Ann was so much fun and willing to try anything. We had many great times in Beijing , the visits to the Pearl Market and Sanlitun. The get togethers and fish frys in Appleton. So many great memories that will last for ever. We will miss you Ann.
Bob and Margaret.
Our hearts go out to you in this time of sorrow. Anne was a gentle, kind and loving soul. She lives on in the many hearts she touched. Our deepest sympathy to you and all who loved her.
On behalf of your China team, we were very sorry to hear about Ann's passing.
We all kept the good times we spent together in our hearts, Ann's kindness and your humor. And we are still a very closed team which was built by you, a valuable legacy to all of us.
Hope one day we could get together again.
Love you always.
We were privileged to accompany Ann in her last week.
We will cherish these special moments for a long time.
Ann is in peace now and looking upon us all.
Love,
France and Denis
So very sorry to hear about Ann’s passing. What a very beautiful person. Rita and I have been wondering how you both have been doing and if you still lived in Appleton.
We were always so enlightened to visit with you both. We became friends from biking when we first met you both in South Dakota.
Let s us know where you are now living because we would love to visit with you.
Again our deepest Sympathies,
Gary & Rita
We are devastated to lose dear Annie, most likely the kindest person I’ve met on this earth. Her time with us was too too short.
So deeply saddened by your loss. Wonderful memories of Ann laughing with (possibly at) you. I remember more than a few Skype calls In DC to show you the birds in your garden.
My heart goes to you Uncle Roger, please know that you are constantly in our thoughts.