She was born to the late LeRoy and Julia Fencil, November 19, 1941 in Ewen, Michigan. Annette
(Annie) graduate from Ewen High School in 1960. Annie spent most of her career in the
service industry and was known for her welcoming laugh and a smile.
She married the late Leroy Neu in 2004, and they lived together in Las Vegas since 1986. Annie
is survived by two children Lora Swiencicki-Reinert, son-in-law, Gary Reinert and Leann
Cutler, son-in-law Jack Cutler, from her first marriage to Alex Swiencicki. She is also survived
by daughters from Leroy’s first marriage; Janet Neu, Barbara O’Haver, Diane Stussy; three
brothers, Carroll, Ronald, and Joseph Fencil; two grandchildren, Travis and Justin Cutler; and
nieces and nephews.
She grew up on a farm in Ewen Michigan and learned her solid work ethic assisting the family
on the farm. During her High School years Annie who was known as “Fencil” participated in
the Glee Cub, Tri-Hi-Y, 4-H, was class vice-president and part of the yearbook staff. Annie
moved to Racine, Wisconsin with her two girlfriends Anita (Knuutila) Hloushek and Bertha
(Franti) Coleman. She worked at S.C. Johnson Wax where she meant her first husband Alex
Swiencicki. When her children Lora and Leann were born, she left the work force to raise
them and was a dedicated mother to the girls. Annie’s journey took her to Las Vegas with
Leroy where their first home was in North Las Vegas which at the time was off the paved
roads. Annie and Leroy welcomed many guests into their home and were gracious in showing
them the many sides of Las Vegas.
Annie was a very good bowler and would travel to the State and National Bowling tournaments
with her friend Cathy Larrabee. She was a dedicated Green Bay Packer and Chicago
Cubs fan and attended many games. She also was an avid landscaper and the backyard of the
Las Vegas home was worthy of a Better Homes and Garden cover. Annie loved dogs especially
her beloved Megabucks and Beanie.
Anyone who met Annie was taken in with her great laugh and sincere manner. Annie’s yearbook
quote was “A good laugh is sunshine in any house.” She truly lived this motto. She will
be greatly missed.
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