Hi Anne: It's been quite awhile since we last talked. I just found out of your passing. And was sadden to hear that you had been fighting cancer. Hopefully by the time your grandchildren are gown, they will have found a end to cancer. It takes to many of our loved ones and takes them away from us way to soon. I hope your family can find peace, in knowing you will forever be watching over them. Karen Fahlgren X-3rd. Party

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Although it's been a while since we were all together, we remember all the fun we all had. We were very sad to hear of Anne's passing We recently reconnected on Facebook and were looking forward to a reunion. We will keep the Maki family in our prayers.

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May God comfort you with the loss of Anne, Rest In Peace Anne

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In 3rd grsde, Anne earned 1st place in spelling bee that I desired to win. She got to go an outing for lunch with other grade winners. I was very envious. Anne was smart!! I know that Anne was a dedicated employee at Jewel. She also got great sale deals. Anne has a gift for entertaining, even when we girls were going out for dinner. Those were the days my friend and we thought they would never end, so I will remember Anne.

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Anne was my first supervisor back in 1987 at the company we still work at. Her work family loved her and will miss her every day. We have had some great times, some aggravating times, and mostly LOTS of fun times. People that have left the company long ago are still in touch with Anne (that tells you what a loyal friend she was). My heart goes out to Angie and Allen and their spouses; the loss of your mom is devastating. Al has lost his best friend and I am so sorry for your loss. It's those beautiful grandbabies that she talked with me so often about that break my heart cause I know she wasn't ready to leave them. On a lighter note, I will miss getting a text or call 1st thing in the morning to let her in because she can't find her ID to get in the door. Anne, your struggle is over and the pain is over; but none of us were ready to lose you.

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Such fond and fun memories of all the St. John years. Anne has gone to a better place where there is no pain and suffering. Our prayers to the family in their time of sorrow.

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Anne: So many fond memories, only fond memories, really. From teaching me to tie my shoes to being the person that could also calm me down as a child. From boogers in the car to chlorine inhaling in the pool. From running bases to toy sales. From Volleyball coach to #1 cheer mom. From salami and peanut butter sandwiches to late night donuts in the donut shop with Peg. From your always perfectly manicured nails to having the most beautiful jewelry. From providing the missing pieces to our lunches to invites to many volunteer opportunities. From giving me one of my dearest friends, like another sister, Angie, to being the best of friends to my mom through all bad times and good. You have been a constant in my life for its entirety, I love you very much Anne and can only hope to be half the mother, friend, sister and wife you have been.

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My first memories of Anne Maki are not what you would think. I remember a crazy loud Northlake neighborhood lady with a funny space in her teeth, a weird quiet guy for a husband that we were a little afraid of, and 2 little pain in the but kids that always seemed to be at our house. As time goes by those memories change and the impact that crazy Northlake lady made on our families life is realized. The weird husband turns out to be a great guy that I look forward to seeing at car shows and making small talk with. The pain in the but kids become awesome adults that have families of their own. When I hear my own sisters talk about Angie I know that these young ladies will be life long friends. Last but not least Anne the crazy Northlake lady turned out to be one of my mothers all time best friends that brought her 40 years of joy and friendship. When the news came that Anne had passed I could see the pain that my Mother felt was not of just a casual friend , but more like a sister was lost. Some of my own memories on Anne were I was so honored when I was invited to her daughters wedding, or that she thought of me when she needed work done in her home. When I drive through Northlake and see this ugly high rise building and think they cant do that, that is where the Maki's house is supposed to be. So kudos to you Anne Maki you have left us all with lasting memories and friendships that will continue far beyond your years. RIP Tony Leidig

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Dear Al and your entire family, Mark & I are so saddened to hear of Anne's passing. I sure wish we had gotten together to have some laughs and remember the good old days. I spoke to Anne about a month ago, and she was just the sweetest girl as always. She wanted to tell me of the cancer, but never was like poor me, but rather "I have had a great quality of life, it's fine". I didn't know she would be gone so quickly. Mark and I are so deeply sorry for your loss. We are very disappointed that we are unable to be at the services, as we leave tonight for a family vacation. Please know we wish we could see you and all of Anne's family to wrap our arms around each and every one of you and tell you how much we thought of Anne. She was a wonderful person, so much fun. I can't even imagine how much you and her family is going to miss her. I know I will think of her often. All our love, prayers, and condolences.

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I have always felt blessed to be part of such a large family. Much of that pride came from my older brothers and sisters who loved our family so much. Early on, it became apparent to me that Anne was a central figure in my life. She and Grace helped me learn the ropes of life. Anne was always good at talking about feelings and I gravitated toward her many times to figure out how to get through this thing called life. I learned so much from her. The impact of losing her is growing each day. As the shock lifts and I am left with the reality of knowing she is no longer here in the physical, I call to her spirit to help me get through once again. Anne is a faithful friend, sister, and warrior of Christ, I know she is with me. I have thanked God for my sister Anne everyday of my life, and she knew that. I am still thankful and know I will see her again.

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I am so sorry for your loss. I just meet Anne in October 2016 at SuperValu. She was the most wonderful person to meet and to work with.

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Miss you so much Grandma Maki! Your love for us will never be forgotten.

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I had known Anne for about 27 years When Allen joined my boy scout troop. Even back then she was always an angel to me and everyone. I watched the two kids grow up and become wonderful adults and parents. I got to be good friends with Al to. When Angie had her wedding I was invited to come even though I had just come out as transgender Anne and the family accepted me which I never forgot. I had a special love for Anne which I will always have. I know that she is in the arms of Jesus Christ in Heaven . I have in recent months began to go back to Catholic Church and I will always have her on my prayer list to pray for and to. She is another saint that I can pray to help me. Anne I love you and always will. With all my love for you and AL and Angie and Allen and all her grandchildren whom she loved with all her heart. Venessa Fitzsimmons

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My Dear Friends, Al, Angie, and Allen, Anne/ROONEY, as I have always called her, was like family to myself and my family. Our hearts go out to all of you. What a great mom, wife, friend, listener and kind lady she was. We have so many fond and funny memories. I loved your mom/wife and I just told her that Monday and she text me back a great big red heart. That is now my wallpaper on phone. She was my left arm and my family and I will miss her everyday. Its such a great thing to have all good memories of her. The biggest hug to all of you, Much Love, Peggy and Family

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