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Obituary

Nov. 23, 1935 - Dec. 30, 2022

Ann Valkenaar, (aka Mom, Grandma, GrammaGoose & Gr8flann), went home to Jesus on December 30, 2022 at age 87.

Ann was born to Henry and Martha on November 23, 1935 in New Jersey.

Ann is survived by her four children, Doug (Mary), Christa (Bob), Scott, and Laura (Russ), 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She loved them all dearly!

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What were Ann's favorite ways to spend free time?
Being with friends or family… skipbo, canasta, hand n foot, crocheting, knitting, q…
Being with friends or family… skipbo, canasta, hand n foot, crocheting, knitting, quilting,
Being with friends or family… skipbo, canasta, hand n foot, crocheting, knitting, quilting,
What were Ann's favorite drinks?
Used to love Baileys! More recent, coffee or hot tea
Used to love Baileys! More recent, coffee or hot tea
Used to love Baileys! More recent, coffee or hot tea
What were Ann's favorite tv shows?
Cash Cab, and any other game show.
Cash Cab, and any other game show.
Cash Cab, and any other game show.
What were Ann's favorite foods?
Most recently, crunch wrap tacos, pizza, and burgers. But don’t forget sweets!
Most recently, crunch wrap tacos, pizza, and burgers. But don’t forget sweets!
Most recently, crunch wrap tacos, pizza, and burgers. But don’t forget sweets!

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Born

November 23rd, 1935
Clifton, NJ
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Graduated from high school

1953
Lodi High School, Putnam Street, Lodi, NJ
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Moved

1953
Downey, CA

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Cause of death

Heart and Lung disease

Method of disposition

Cremation

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