Anne Vesser

Anne Kobryn Vesser, 89, of Burlington, died peacefully in her sleep on Dec. 25, 2005.  She was surrounded by family throughout her life and during her final days.  Born Sept. 12, 1916 in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, Anne was the oldest of four children.  She grew up in Clarkston, Wash., where she was graduated from high school at the age of 16 and enrolled in business college.  Although she worked as an operator for Bell Telephone, as a cook for the United States Forest Service, as a travel agent, and as owner-operator of a restaurant, her 65-year career as a wife and mother brought her the greatest satisfaction.  Anne loved travel and adventure, and in the 1950’s she was delighted to accompany her husband, Thad, and their three children as the first teacher’s exchange family to England.  As one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Anne enjoyed telling others about the blessings of God’s Kingdom and the hope of a resurrection to an earthly paradise for all of those now sleeping in God’s memory.  She will long be remembered by her friends and family for her hospitality, generosity and her fun, colorful and lively personality.  Preceded in death by her husband, Thad, in 1993, she is survived by her son Jack Vincent, her daughters, Carole Anne and Merrilee Christine, six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, all of whom dearly love her and cherish many wonderful memories.  Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31, at the Anacortes Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 2911-29th Street, Anacortes.  Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Anacortes.  Please share memories of Anne and sign the online guest register at www.evanschapel.com.