Ann Elizabeth Laird
Ann Laird
<b>1953 - 2016</b>
Ann lived life on her own terms. Independence, generosity and solitude were important to her. She left us on March 3, 2016, at the age of 63. Her life ended too soon, and she will be missed by many. We would all thank her for giving us laughter and love. She was a caretaker and peacemaker. The “best” is all she ever wanted for her loved ones.
Ann was born in Parkersburg, W.V., lived most of her first 10 years in Orange, Texas, and lived from 5th grade through high school in Wilmington, Del. She had a wonderful relationship with her grandmother, Faith Hines Stone (who lived with the family during that time in Delaware). Ann matriculated at Westminster College in New Wilmington, Pa., receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She furthered her education with an MBA from the University of Texas-Arlington.
Ann had a very successful career in Human Resources with Harris Corporation and Nokia. As a dedicated team member, she moved and worked in Dallas, Texas; Omaha, Neb.; Melbourne, Fla.; and Tampa.
Ann retired to become the full-time helper, companion and guardian for her loving parents. Her patience and commitment knew no bounds. She was with her father and mother both in life and now in death. When they moved to the Tampa area, Ann found great joy spending time with and doing arts and crafts with her grandniece and nephew. Ann was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend.
As a member of her community, Ann drove patrol for the Sun City Center Security Patrol and served as the Treasurer for the Sun Lakes III Property Owners Association. She loved working at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church library and found joy in helping her neighbors. Ann worked very hard in life and made a difference in the lives of those she met.
Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Marjorie Laird. She is survived by her brother Rick Laird and his wife Mary Rowe; nephew Rich Laird (Jessica) and grandniece Clarke; nephew Chris Laird (Brittney) and grandniece Rorie and grandnephew Peyton; and niece Jessica Laird. Ann showed great love for family and friends, including her cousins and extended family.
We acknowledge Ann gave and gave again as she loved with all her heart. A wonderful way to remember Ann is to keep her spirit alive in our daily actions — as we interact with and care for others.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 2, at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, Sun City Center.
“Blessed are the pure of heart, for they shall see God.” Good bye, Ann, we love you.
Arrangements by Zipperer’s Funeral Home.
<b>1953 - 2016</b>
Ann lived life on her own terms. Independence, generosity and solitude were important to her. She left us on March 3, 2016, at the age of 63. Her life ended too soon, and she will be missed by many. We would all thank her for giving us laughter and love. She was a caretaker and peacemaker. The “best” is all she ever wanted for her loved ones.
Ann was born in Parkersburg, W.V., lived most of her first 10 years in Orange, Texas, and lived from 5th grade through high school in Wilmington, Del. She had a wonderful relationship with her grandmother, Faith Hines Stone (who lived with the family during that time in Delaware). Ann matriculated at Westminster College in New Wilmington, Pa., receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She furthered her education with an MBA from the University of Texas-Arlington.
Ann had a very successful career in Human Resources with Harris Corporation and Nokia. As a dedicated team member, she moved and worked in Dallas, Texas; Omaha, Neb.; Melbourne, Fla.; and Tampa.
Ann retired to become the full-time helper, companion and guardian for her loving parents. Her patience and commitment knew no bounds. She was with her father and mother both in life and now in death. When they moved to the Tampa area, Ann found great joy spending time with and doing arts and crafts with her grandniece and nephew. Ann was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend.
As a member of her community, Ann drove patrol for the Sun City Center Security Patrol and served as the Treasurer for the Sun Lakes III Property Owners Association. She loved working at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church library and found joy in helping her neighbors. Ann worked very hard in life and made a difference in the lives of those she met.
Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Marjorie Laird. She is survived by her brother Rick Laird and his wife Mary Rowe; nephew Rich Laird (Jessica) and grandniece Clarke; nephew Chris Laird (Brittney) and grandniece Rorie and grandnephew Peyton; and niece Jessica Laird. Ann showed great love for family and friends, including her cousins and extended family.
We acknowledge Ann gave and gave again as she loved with all her heart. A wonderful way to remember Ann is to keep her spirit alive in our daily actions — as we interact with and care for others.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 2, at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, Sun City Center.
“Blessed are the pure of heart, for they shall see God.” Good bye, Ann, we love you.
Arrangements by Zipperer’s Funeral Home.