Wynema Ann Torres

Ann Torres, born Wynema Ann Rutherford of Eufaula, Oklahoma, died peacefully in her sleep on December 14, 2025 in Fresno, California. She lived a vibrant 92 years.

Often spotted cruising the streets in her iconic green 1969 Buick Rivera or on the porch of the little blue house on Alamos Avenue, Ann occupied her later years with simple pleasures: the Fresno Bee, a handful of library books, a sweet treat. Her network of friends, and the daily phone tree she used to stay connected with them, spanned several states, multiple time zones, and many more decades. Her faith was evident in her passion for helping others, and she enthusiastically participated in support groups, offering kindness, encouragement, and hope to anyone who needed it.

She is survived by her five children: Stuart, Kathryn, David, John, and Joseph, as well as many beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband Angie Torres and will be welcomed in Heaven by the warm embrace of cherished family members. Her loved ones take comfort knowing she is now at peace with them and the Lord.

Ann had a great amount of respect for the time granted to us on Earth and, especially, the ways we choose to occupy it. Nothing brought her more joy than hearing that the people she loved were living life with vigor. May her spirit live on through them and their memories of a time well spent.

A graveside service for Ann will be held at 11:00 AM on January 16, 2026, at Mountain View Cemetery, located at 1411 W Belmont Ave, Fresno, CA 93728.

If extended family, or friends want to have flowers delivered for the services please make sure to have them delivered to Whitehurst, Sullivan, Burns, and Blair Funeral Home - 836 E. Nees Ave., Fresno, CA 93720 on Thursday, January 15, 2026 by 10:00 AM.