Obituary for Ann Newman

Ann (Mary) Newman, age 89, died November 27, 2017 in Maple Grove, MN.

Ann was born in Forest City, IA to George P. & Teresa H. Newman on September 21, 1928. Ann graduated from Ottomwa Heights Academy, University of Northern Iowa, and University of Minnesota School of Social Work. She taught primary school early in her career, followed by social work. She was a case worker for Catholic Charities, a Day Care Consultant for the State of Minnesota, and Director of Social Services at Ramsey County Hospital (now Regions). She was an active volunteer in her retirement years. A favorite was the MN Landscape Arboretum. Her passions were gardening, and travel.

She is survived by her sister, Margaret Newman Crawford (Dr. William Crawford); brother-in-law, W.W. Tully; and many loving nieces and nephews, including James S. Knipe; and other members of her large Irish clan.

Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Monday, December 4, 2017 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 9100 93^rd Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, with visitation 1 hour prior to mass at church. Interment 11 AM Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at Clear Lake Cemetery, Clear Lake, IA.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Catholic Charities or Mpls. Children’s Hospital.