Ann Charity Speakman-Kobza, age 59, of Hartly, DE, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 20, 2015. She was born on November 15, 1955 in Wilmington, DE to the late Ralph J. and Doris N. (Whalen) Speakman. She studied and trained to be a nurse, but pursued a career as a security and fraud executive inContinue Reading
Ann Charity Speakman-Kobza, age 59, of Hartly, DE, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 20, 2015. She was born on November 15, 1955 in Wilmington, DE to the late Ralph J. and Doris N. (Whalen) Speakman.
She studied and trained to be a nurse, but pursued a career as a security and fraud executive in the communications industry for Cingular Wireless. An animal lover, she enjoyed the birds at her outside feeders, especially the humming birds, her beloved German shepherd, Lance, and horses. She was the first woman to receive a thoroughbred trainer’s license in the State of Delaware.
She is survived by her husband, Richard of Hartly, DE; son Gabriel Alan Harvey and wife Michelle of Rye, NY; daughters Tammy Sumner and husband Richard of Odessa, DE, Liz Thompson and husband Kris of Milford, DE, and Joyce Simmons and husband Eric of Bear, DE; sisters Hope Given of Elkton, MD, and Donna Speakman-Moux and husband Buzz of Elkton, MD; and six grandchildren, Madison, Peyton, Savanna, Hayden, Paige, and Brianna.
A Funeral service will be held at 11AM on Saturday, May 30, 2015 at R. T. Funeral Home, PA, 259 E. Main Street, Elkton, MD 21921. Family and friends may visit 6-8PM on Friday, May 29, 2015 and at 10AM on Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be held privately at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution checks can be made to “Canine Partners for Life” and sent c/o the funeral home.
Donna Speakman Moux
left a message on October 10, 2015:
Ann was a Very Special Sister and I am still struggling with the reality that She is gone,I miss Ann so much,we are Heartbroken. I loved Her so and now I Love Her Precious Memories.
D Lewis
left a message on September 30, 2015:
I recently learned of Ann's passing and wish to extend my sincere condolences to her family. I have many wonderful childhood memories of Ann. I'll never forget her smile, distinctive laugh and love of animals, (especially dogs & horses). When my own children were young and I was visiting out East, Ann happened to stop by my parent's place and visit. She'll really be missed. May God continue to bless her and give you peace.
D Lewis
left a message on September 19, 2015:
I recently learned of Ann's passing and wish to send my belated condolences to her family and friends. She was a wonderful childhood friend who I will always remember with fond memories. I pray that God continues to touch your hearts, as Ann has ours, and give you peace.
Karen Zawacki Pillets
left a message on June 2, 2015:
Donna, Hope and family, So sorry to hear of Ann' s passing. My first memory of her was seeing her on Brownie at the County Fair with my grandfather. Brownie's tail was so long it touched the ground and Ann looked so wonderful on him. I was entranced, it was the beginning of my love for horses. Our paths crossed again many times throughout those early years, she taught me how to braid manes and tails, how to laugh at myself and not to take things too seriously. We enjoyed fox hunting, art class, EHS equestrian club and so much more. My memories are those of a bright, beautiful, confident, strong willed young woman. Our paths diverged after school, but I treasure my memories of Ann.Please know all of her loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kalli Pappas Webb
left a message on May 30, 2015:
Hope, Donna, Rich, Tammy and Gabe....God Bless you through these troubled days. Words cannot convey the sadness I feel on Annie's passing. I had not seen her very much in the recent years but her laughter and unique way of expressing herself was a great part of my childhood. I can picture her so clearly riding Brownie, that it it still makes me smile. Happy days. Annie was instrumental in my becoming a friend of Bill W, and for that I will always hold her close in my heart. I pray for peace for the family and hope you realize how many lives she truly touched. RIP beautiful Annie.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
DeVon Daniels
left a message on May 29, 2015:
Donna and Hope, I remember so fondly time spent at your house on Friday nights. Ann and I would go with your mom when she got her hair done on Saturday morning. It was the best. She gave us both a dollar and we would buy a record and candy. It was the life. Also remember Ann had the best lunches ever. I always thought it was so special how your mom packed her lunch. I couldn't trade mine for anything but Ann always got to trade hers. We were so young. Remember pony Brownie across the street. Love and memories of days gone by but still cherished so many years later. With sympathy to you both and all the people who so loved Ann. DeVon Williams Daniels
Ron and Dianne Burgard
left a message on May 28, 2015:
Our deepest condolences to Annie's fabulous family: Our prayers are with you for God's help and healing at this time of great loss. God is faithful, as He was to Annie through this long journey.
Donna Moux
left a message on May 28, 2015:
Rich and family and we will always have our Annie in our Hearts and memories and I will remember all of the little jams we got each other in and out of as we were growing up and somehow and some place in time we will learn to be at peace with the reality that Ann is in another place but for now we have each other, God Bless Us All. Donna & Buzz
Hope Given
left a message on May 27, 2015:
I miss you Annie. I hope you are finally at peace. It's been a long time coming. Gabe and Tammy, you are in my thoughts and prayers constantly. I feel like your second mom, and I will always be there. I
Regina Morra
left a message on May 27, 2015:
Richard, We were so sorry to hear of Anne's passing.. You are in our thoughts and prayers..May your good memories sustain you at this time of loss..
Elizabeth (Liz) Vannoy
left a message on May 27, 2015:
Tammy and Family, I am so very sorry to hear the passing of your Mother. We are thinking of you all.
Debbie Cabell
left a message on May 27, 2015:
Richard - so sorry to hear of your loss - our prayers are with you & your family
DENISE WHALEN
left a message on May 27, 2015:
Hope and Donna, My heart is broken knowing that you have suffered the loss of your sister Ann. I have wonderful memories of time spent with your family. I truly appreciate the time and love Ann put into trying to help Jimmy, and her kindness to me when I was so desperately in need of kindness. She was a wonderful person. I spoke with Jimmy today and he is bedside himself with grief but he is still very ill so you may not hear from him. Please know he is thinking about you both.
Edward Mckeown
left a message on May 27, 2015:
Hope and Family So sorry about Ann. I remember you both and you were very caring. My prayers go out to all of you and her memories will live in your hearts forever. God Bless
Jim & Ruby Wilson
left a message on May 27, 2015:
Sending our thoughts and prayers to the family, so sorry for your loss.
Cindy Krays
left a message on May 26, 2015:
How we love Annie and Rich. They saved us "northerners" when we moved to Delaware. Annie always giggled her little laugh when I asked her to interpret when a local was talking to me at Cell One. She belly laughed when I told her I would muck the stalls during an Ocean City weekend they went on. But she let me do it and Clancy was patient too. They loved us as if we were blood relatives. I will miss her more then words can say but I know where she is. However.... not sure what mischief she may be up to now that she is whole again....And THAT thought makes me smile. Cindy, Michael and Savannah Kraus- Camillus NY
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Donna Speakman Moux
left a message on October 10, 2015:
Ann was a Very Special Sister and I am still struggling with the reality that She is gone,I miss Ann so much,we are Heartbroken. I loved Her so and now I Love Her Precious Memories.
D Lewis
left a message on September 30, 2015:
I recently learned of Ann's passing and wish to extend my sincere condolences to her family. I have many wonderful childhood memories of Ann. I'll never forget her smile, distinctive laugh and love of animals, (especially dogs & horses). When my own children were young and I was visiting out East, Ann happened to stop by my parent's place and visit. She'll really be missed. May God continue to bless her and give you peace.
D Lewis
left a message on September 19, 2015:
I recently learned of Ann's passing and wish to send my belated condolences to her family and friends. She was a wonderful childhood friend who I will always remember with fond memories. I pray that God continues to touch your hearts, as Ann has ours, and give you peace.
Karen Zawacki Pillets
left a message on June 2, 2015:
Donna, Hope and family, So sorry to hear of Ann' s passing. My first memory of her was seeing her on Brownie at the County Fair with my grandfather. Brownie's tail was so long it touched the ground and Ann looked so wonderful on him. I was entranced, it was the beginning of my love for horses. Our paths crossed again many times throughout those early years, she taught me how to braid manes and tails, how to laugh at myself and not to take things too seriously. We enjoyed fox hunting, art class, EHS equestrian club and so much more. My memories are those of a bright, beautiful, confident, strong willed young woman. Our paths diverged after school, but I treasure my memories of Ann.Please know all of her loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kalli Pappas Webb
left a message on May 30, 2015:
Hope, Donna, Rich, Tammy and Gabe....God Bless you through these troubled days. Words cannot convey the sadness I feel on Annie's passing. I had not seen her very much in the recent years but her laughter and unique way of expressing herself was a great part of my childhood. I can picture her so clearly riding Brownie, that it it still makes me smile. Happy days. Annie was instrumental in my becoming a friend of Bill W, and for that I will always hold her close in my heart. I pray for peace for the family and hope you realize how many lives she truly touched. RIP beautiful Annie.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
DeVon Daniels
left a message on May 29, 2015:
Donna and Hope, I remember so fondly time spent at your house on Friday nights. Ann and I would go with your mom when she got her hair done on Saturday morning. It was the best. She gave us both a dollar and we would buy a record and candy. It was the life. Also remember Ann had the best lunches ever. I always thought it was so special how your mom packed her lunch. I couldn't trade mine for anything but Ann always got to trade hers. We were so young. Remember pony Brownie across the street. Love and memories of days gone by but still cherished so many years later. With sympathy to you both and all the people who so loved Ann. DeVon Williams Daniels
Ron and Dianne Burgard
left a message on May 28, 2015:
Our deepest condolences to Annie's fabulous family: Our prayers are with you for God's help and healing at this time of great loss. God is faithful, as He was to Annie through this long journey.
Donna Moux
left a message on May 28, 2015:
Rich and family and we will always have our Annie in our Hearts and memories and I will remember all of the little jams we got each other in and out of as we were growing up and somehow and some place in time we will learn to be at peace with the reality that Ann is in another place but for now we have each other, God Bless Us All. Donna & Buzz
Hope Given
left a message on May 27, 2015:
I miss you Annie. I hope you are finally at peace. It's been a long time coming. Gabe and Tammy, you are in my thoughts and prayers constantly. I feel like your second mom, and I will always be there. I
Regina Morra
left a message on May 27, 2015:
Richard, We were so sorry to hear of Anne's passing.. You are in our thoughts and prayers..May your good memories sustain you at this time of loss..
Elizabeth (Liz) Vannoy
left a message on May 27, 2015:
Tammy and Family, I am so very sorry to hear the passing of your Mother. We are thinking of you all.
Debbie Cabell
left a message on May 27, 2015:
Richard - so sorry to hear of your loss - our prayers are with you & your family
DENISE WHALEN
left a message on May 27, 2015:
Hope and Donna, My heart is broken knowing that you have suffered the loss of your sister Ann. I have wonderful memories of time spent with your family. I truly appreciate the time and love Ann put into trying to help Jimmy, and her kindness to me when I was so desperately in need of kindness. She was a wonderful person. I spoke with Jimmy today and he is bedside himself with grief but he is still very ill so you may not hear from him. Please know he is thinking about you both.
Edward Mckeown
left a message on May 27, 2015:
Hope and Family So sorry about Ann. I remember you both and you were very caring. My prayers go out to all of you and her memories will live in your hearts forever. God Bless
Jim & Ruby Wilson
left a message on May 27, 2015:
Sending our thoughts and prayers to the family, so sorry for your loss.
Cindy Krays
left a message on May 26, 2015:
How we love Annie and Rich. They saved us "northerners" when we moved to Delaware. Annie always giggled her little laugh when I asked her to interpret when a local was talking to me at Cell One. She belly laughed when I told her I would muck the stalls during an Ocean City weekend they went on. But she let me do it and Clancy was patient too. They loved us as if we were blood relatives. I will miss her more then words can say but I know where she is. However.... not sure what mischief she may be up to now that she is whole again....And THAT thought makes me smile. Cindy, Michael and Savannah Kraus- Camillus NY
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.