AUSTEN, Anna

Today's News-Herald, Lake Havasu City, AZ - Posted: Saturday, December 6, 2014 >>> Anna Austen <<< >>> Oct. 27, 1932 — Oct. 26, 2014 <<< Anna Austen, our beloved aunt, passed away unexpectedly Oct. 26 a day before her 82nd birthday. She was born in Hungary, moved to Germany at 13, and immigrated to New Jersey at 21. She was married to Erich Obermeier from 1954 until his death in 1979. Annie moved to Lake Havasu City shortly after and lived there until 2012. She married Richard Austen in 1988 and they ran the Shakespeare Restaurant for many years developing close friendships among staff and patrons. Annie and Richard loved to travel and spent many happy years touring the country. Richard passed in 2004 and Annie eventually moved to Tucson to be closer to family as her health declined. Annie was a good friend to all and an incredible dog enthusiast. She had a kind heart, a generous nature and was loved by those who knew her. Annie was a sweet and thoughtful lady who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. She leaves behind her nephew, John Szivek (Sally), great-nieces, Anna (Matt) and Niki (Abraham); companion Bill Collman and a host of very good friends. Her family gives special thanks to those who cared for Annie and boosted her spirits during her last challenging years. Remembrances may be made to the Humane Society of Lake Havasu City.