Ann attended Baylor University where she majored in English and Secondary Education. She went on to receive her Master’s degree and certification for school administrators. In her educational career of 37 years, Ann encouraged, enriched, and expanded the minds and hearts of many students. In addition to her classroom teaching, she became a counselor where she guided students in their journey. At the time of her retirement in 1992, Ann was an assistant principal at The Woodlands High School.
Retirement did not mean she stopped working. She assisted her husband, Jim, with research on family ancestry creating a grave index for all of Tyler County, Texas. She was an active member of the Montgomery Retired Teachers Association, Delta Kappa Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma International, Judge Nathaniel Hart Davis of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Assistance League of Montgomery County and First Baptist Church Conroe.
Ann was an avid reader who graciously shared books with fellow readers. She loved growing flowers. Cooking and baking were her specialties. Even during her last hospital stay, the nurses commented on her sense of humor. She was an encourager to all ages and always had a gorgeous smile with a laugh that warmed the soul.
She is survived by two brothers: James A Crews of Parkersburg, W. VA. and John D Crews of Kerrville, Texas. Two nephews: Rob Crews (Kristen) of Frankston, CO. and Raymond Crews (Dianah) of Bossier City, LA. Two nieces: Dr. Kelly Pelton (Roger) of Kerrville, TX and Tracy Hale (Michael) of Ft Jackson, S.C. Her oldest and dearest friend Glenda Hancock of Elgin, TX. along with a host of great nieces, nephews, extended family nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, and friends she loved dearly. And last, but not least, her faithful, furry companion, Matilda.
Ann was preceded in death by her father Alvin Crews, mother Ruth Enloe Crews, sister-in-law Sue Crews, and Jimmie W Laird her husband of 43 years.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Assistance League of Montgomery County, 126 N San Jacinto, Conroe, Texas 77301, David Enloe Scholarship Fund, University Relations & Development, Sam Houston State University, Box 2419, Huntsville, TX 77341, Hickory-Mann Cemetery, Colmesneil, Texas, Enloe Endowed Scholarship at University of Texas, Austin, TX.
Graveside services to follow at Garden Park Cemetery.
