Ann C. Rodman

On Sunday February 23, we lost a truly wonderful mother and friend.

Ann C. Rodman, 68, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and friends after a short illness. Ann was born on October 31, 1945 in Artesia CA. then moved with her parents to Sumas, Washington in 1956 and in 1966 made her home in Yakima Washington. Ann graduated with her RN degree in 1971.

She worked for Yakima Regional formerly St. Elizabeth Medical Center for 39 years until her retirement in 2012. Ann was an avid animal lover and volunteered for the Humane Society. She was also a die-hard Mariners fan holding season tickets every year and never missing a home game. Ann was a very compassionate and loving person to her patients and all who knew her.

Ann is survived by two daughters, Roberta (Steven) LeMaster and Nancy Lopez, 3 step-children Rick Rodman, Debbie Rodman-Cuyle and David Rodman whom she considered her own children. 15 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Also Jennifer Mora who was like a daughter to her and her best friend Carmen Rowland and numerous family and friends.

Ann was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, her husband Ivan and one grandchild.

Ann will be missed dearly but will forever be in our hearts.

A celebration of Ann’s life will be held Sunday March 2nd at 1:00 pm at Keith and Keith funeral. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Ann Rodman Kennel in care of the Yakima Humane Society. Ann loved her Mariners so feel free to wear Mariners colors.

A memorial service will be held at Keith & Keith Funeral Home on Saturday, March 2, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. To celebrate the life of Ann and share and share a memory visit www.keithandkeith.com.