Ann Baumstark Dau

1943 - 2017

Ann Baumstark Dau obituary, 1943-2017, Clearwater, VA

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Ann Dau Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 13, 2017.

Ann B. Dau passed away peacefully on December 12 surrounded by her loving family.

Born in St. Louis, Missouri to Walter and Mary Baumstark, she grew up in Winnetka, Illinois before attending Marymount College in Alexandria, Virginia where she met and in 1964 married the love of her life, Rick. Ann then began a twenty-year career as a Navy wife and mother of five boys, moving the family over 21 times. After finally settling in Annandale, Virginia she became an accomplished gardener and quilter, and then in retirement an avid world-traveler, golfer, and part-time resident of Clearwater Florida. However, she would be quick to tell you her greatest accomplishment was the raising of her five sons to become Naval Officers, Firefighters and School teachers.

She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Rick, and four sons; Rick (Melody), Bob, Scott, and Steven (Ann), as well as six grandchildren. Her son Brian (Tricia) predeceased her in 2005. She is also survived by her brother Jim and sisters Carolyn and Susan.

She will be interred at Arlington National Cemetery in the Spring.

In lieu of flowers the family recommends donations to support the nurses that gave Ann outstanding care while in the hospital at foundation.inova.org, then select "nursing education program" and enter 700130 in the comments block.

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January 4, 2018

Charlie Young

Rick, Our sincerest condolences on the passing Ann. God's blessing to you and your family. Sincerely, Charlie & Karen Young

December 28, 2017

Rick, I was so shocked to hear of Ann's passing. She was a wonderful, positive, always energetic friend full of proud stories of the men in her life. I was so happy to have known her, and wish I had seen her more the past few years. Peace to you and the boys.

Love, Marcy, Lizzy and Tessa

December 17, 2017

Carrie O'Connor

The O'Connor family sends our prayers and condolences your way. We always enjoyed Ann and Rick's visits to Severn Way. She will be missed by so many.

December 16, 2017

Bill & Trudee Ratliff

Sincerest of sympathy wishes to you, Rick, and the family. Ann will be more comfortable while in wait for you all.

December 16, 2017

Slavica Tabakovic

The Tabakovics extend our deepest condolences to the Dau family. We will always fondly remember Ann's sweet spirit and our chats during Bunco. She will be dearly missed here in Clearwater.

December 15, 2017

FRANK DRUZAS

To the Dau family, I am deeply saddened of the passing of Miss Ann. I am neibors with Mr. Rick and Miss Ann for eleven years in Clearwater. Miss Ann was so pleasant and nice to me and especially nice to my 10 year old daughter. She will be missed. RIP Miss Ann.

December 15, 2017

Mel Lyman

Rick: You have my sincere condolences. I am sorry for your loss and wish you strength in this time. Mel Lyman

December 13, 2017

Leslie & Ed Tourigny

To The Dau Family: We are saddened to hear the news. We have such fond memories of the several times we were together with Ann at Rick and Melody's home for the "annual dinner." Please accept our heartfelt condolences.

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