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Visitation
Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple, SLC UT 84111Saturday Oct 12, 2024 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Funeral Service
Larkin Mortuary, 260 E. South Temple, SLC UT 84111Saturday Oct 12, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Our dear mother, wife, sister and grandmother passed away peacefully on October 3, 2024. Annie was born in rural Cleveland Virginia and was a self-proclaimed “hillbilly” with a love for Blue Grass music, the banjo and fiddle. Annie was born to Tavis and Bertha LaForce on February 12, 1933.
Annie grew up in a small coal mining town in the beautiful hills of Virginia in a loving, humble, hardworking family. With no indoor bathroom we heard stories of the value of corn husks and sears catalog pages.
Annie married her beloved husband Douglas Edward Robey on December 26, 1953. Annie supported Douglas whole heartedly and together they were blessed with 8 children. They lived all around the country, even spending 18 months in Saudi Arabia with 4 small children.
Annie and Douglas joined the LDS church in July of 1962. They were later sealed for eternity in the Salt Lake Temple in December of 1963. Annie was a devout member of her church and loved her Savior. She served in many capacities for the Church. She especially loved serving in the Seattle Temple.
In 1992 Annie lost her eternal companion to cancer. After being single for 11 years she was blessed to meet Edmund Wright while working in the LDS Cannery. In November of 2002 Annie and Ed were married in the Seattle Temple. Together they served missions at the Bishops’ Store House and the Family History Library. Ed has been a devoted and loving companion to Annie.
Everyone who met or knew Annie loved her. She has been described as a “spitfire”, spunky, loving and generous. She will be missed by all who knew her, especially her husband, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. We are happy for her that she is free from pain and suffering and can be reunited by those that have previously passed.
Annie is survived by her husband, Edmund and children Hoyt (LeeAnn), Farley (Ingrid), Shirley (Bill) Low, Kurt (Brooke) and Rachel. Her sister Betty Collins, her 15 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Annie is preceded in death by her eternal companion Douglas Robey, her children Ruth, Douglas, and David Robey. Her parents, sister Myrtle, and brothers Robert and James, and her grandson Hunter Robey.
We would like to thank the staff from Ovation Hospice and Creekside Assisted Living who took such compassionate care of Annie in her final days.
Funeral services will be held at Larkin Mortuary, 260 South Temple, Salt Lake City on Saturday, October 12th at 11:00am. Visitation will be prior to the funeral from 9:30-10:30am. Interment at Mountain Green Cemetery. You may watch the service through Zoom using the "Watch Service" button above.
We would like to invite guests that would like to participate, to wear bright colors or floral instead of dark colors to the services as we celebrate Annie’s life.
Guestbook/Condolences
Annie was such an important part of my life. She was always so kind. After Doug's passing she was reminded every time I came home from college that he wasn't, but she still greeted me so happily, even though there were tears in her eyes. I know I reminded her of the time before that loss, but it never stopped her love and support.
We were so sorry to hear of Annie’s passing. She and Ed have always been kind and gracious to our family and we have missed seeing them lately. Since we have mutual grandchildren there have been times of happiness and sorrow. I know we, and especially the grandchildren, will really miss her.
I have wonderful and fond memories of Ann, I truly believe if everyone would take a small piece of her character and applied it to our daily lives the world would be much better
I am sorry for your loss. She was a great person and I enjoyed talking with her as a youth when she was in the St. Joseph, MO LDS ward. Her and your Dad were always so wonderful together and had such great senses of humor. My prayers are with you all at this difficult time, but I know there is comfort in knowing your father was waiting at her bedside for her to join him.
I’m so sorry to hear this but she has gained her eternal reward n reunited with all her loved ones who’ve gone on before her. Rest easy dear friend and will see you again when our turn comes. Love and comfort to the family, will send lots of prayers your way as you say goodbye.
Hoyt, So sorry to hear that your Mom has passed away. Hope all the best for you and Leanne.
I love you my Friend, your family.
If I can do anything for you, reach out to me.
Always felt love from this choice daughter of God. She taught me so much about love and how to jump in and take care of business. We loved having her stay in our home when she came to Kansas City. I always think of her coming down Briarcliff Road horn going so we could quickly get in the car to go to Primary. And her laugh, I will never forget.
So sorry for the loss of your family Matriarch. We have many fond memories of our days in The Platte Woods Ward and my children’s time spent with the Robey family. Rest in Love Anne.
Sincerely , The Araujo Family
There is not enough words that can express the love we have for aunt Annie, she was so compassionate, always giving advice and telling such heartfelt stories about her brother Rob and family, making us laugh with tears and she was one in a million, we will miss her dearly. We love you aunt Annie May.
She has been so kind to my family and I. She has been like my mom. I love miss her. Love you Granny.
We have so many wonderful memories of Ann. I liked her spirit because it matched mine. I remember the year Doug brought her a heffer and she told him, “she had enough of cows and to take it back!” I served with Ann in many jobs in the church. If we were doing a dinner or another function, and cost more she would say, don’t worry. We love you Ann and are sorry we weren’t able to see each other more often. Linda Trekell
Farley and your Family sending sincere condolences of your loss of Ann she was a special lady to you and to me I will never forget her kindness and caring she has a special place in my heart .