Anne "Mommy Anne" Dagrin

After a remarkable 91 years, Anne Dagrin was called home to the Lord on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Born on November 16, 1934, in Jacmel, Haiti, to Ifermie Lapierre and Gilles Dagrin, Anne was one of ten children. Her life was defined by unwavering resilience and a profound selfless love for everyone she encountered. Anne immigrated to the United States in the 1980s. She loved her life in the United States so much that she chose to become a naturalized citizen.

Fondly remembered for her devotion to her faith, her legendary cooking, and her love of the color red - a hue that perfectly embodied her commanding and spirited nature - Anne was a pillar of strength. She spent her later years dedicated to raising her grandchildren and great-grandchildren which brought her immense and lasting joy. Because of her nurturing heart, Anne was known as a mother to all and was affectionately known to everyone as "Mommy Anne”. Anne lived by the principle that there was always room for another child in her household.

Anne loved, served and honored God throughout her life. In everything she did, Anne put God first and was fully dedicated to her Catholic faith. She was a parishioner of Saint Ann Catholic Church in Washington, DC for over thirty years.

Anne's legacy of love continues to live on through her seven children: Joseph Egalité, Camina Brown, Agathe Phanor-Gilles, Flambert Phanor, Emmanuella Phanor, Medgeen Phanor, and André Jr. Phanor. She is also survived by her four adopted children: Esther Dagrin, Florence Dagrin, Nadia Dagrin, and Inélie Georges. Her spirit lives on in her numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all of whom carry the lessons she taught them.

With heartfelt thanks for your kindness and presence, the family of Mommy Anne invites you to a celebration of life reception in her honor. We look forward to sharing memories and a meal together.

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