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Ms. Anna Marie “Annie” Besmark died peacefully in her home in Schererville IN. on February 11th, 2025, after an illness at the age of 77.
Annie is survived by her loving family and dear close friends. The family expresses their gratitude to special friends, Britney, Lisa and Beth, for their loving care and companionship throughout the years. She is preceded in death by her parents, John & Elvera Besmark of Gary, IN.
Annie was born on July 28th 1947 in Gary, IN. to John and Elvera Besmark. Annie worked as a dedicated special education teacher for the City of Gary and the Lake Central School systems. Annie retired from Homan elementary school in Schererville.
A funeral viewing is scheduled for Monday, February 17th 2025 from 9am-12pm at Calumet Park Funeral home in Merrillville, IN. Father Stephen will officiate the ceremony at the funeral home. A burial will take place at Calumet Park Cemetery following the service at the funeral home. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Annie’s life. Flowers and condolences may be sent to Calumet Park Funeral Chapel, 7535 W. Taft St. Merrillville, IN. 46410.
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Anne was a close friend for about 50 years. We worked together and “played” together. She added food and games to my family many times. I will miss her dearly, but I am glad she went on “home” with our Lord and Father.
I love you, “Ma Fren”
Marilyn
Anne was a very special friend and an award winning quilter according to my family. Will all miss her very much but will cherish our special memories
I’m so sorry to hear about Anne. She and I shared a lot over the years, both at St. Joan of Arc when we were at Mass, and over many, many dinners. She even opened her home to my Fiancé at the time, when he came from Australia. She had never met him before but if you were a friend, she did anything she could for you. I’m so sorry that I’m just hearing about this now and missed the wake. My prayers to all those she leaves behind who loved her.