She was raised in the South Jersey area and remained there until she met Patrick. Anna was a graduate of Cumberland Regional High School.
Anna had been in failing health for many years resulting in her need to receive dialysis treatments several times weekly. She utilized her caring nature even during her time of illness to be a welcome counselor at The Thomasville Dialysis Center. In this role, she welcomed new patients to the center, answered all their questions and made them feel at ease. She also provided her expert observation skills to her neighbors by forming her own neighborhood watch. She enjoyed listening to country music, was an extremely talented crafter, and enjoyed traveling and entertaining others with her story telling. She loved and enjoyed spending time with her family most of all.
Anna is survived by her husband of 16 years Marion Patrick Irby. Eight brothers: John Ames, Tony Ames, Freddie Ames, Bill Ames, Garry (Vicki) Ames, Mike Ames (Helen), Angelo (Yvette) Ames, and Bob (Diane) Ames. Three sisters: Carol Ames, Rosita Harris and Dorie ( Mike) Tomasello; as well as a host of beloved nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Verna Frazier, Mary Walker and Barbara Ames.
A memorial service will be held in the Chapel of Sechrest-Davis Funerals and Cremations, 18 Randolph Street, Thomasville, NC 27360, on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.
Anna was an animal lover opening her heart and home to needy animals. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to The Humane Society of Davidson County in her memory.
The family is under the care of Sechrest-Davis Funerals and Cremations of Thomasville. Online condolences may be shared at www.sechrestdavisthomasville.com –select obituaries.
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