Ann Roberts Priester
Marshall
August 8, 1925 - September 22, 2021
Ann Roberts Priester Marshall passed away on September 22, 2021 at age 96.
She was born August 8, 1925 in Montgomery, Alabama and married her high school sweetheart, Joe T. Priester, who predeceased her in 1976. Many years later, she married Herbert Charles Marshall in 2015, to whom she was devoted, and him to her, as they provided each other companionship in their later years.
During the 38-year interlude between her marriages, Ann was resilient. She attended Bradshaw High School football games and travelled to Springfield, Massachusetts in 1977 to witness UNA’s first Final Four appearance. In 1979, she became House Mother for the KA Order fraternity at The University of Alabama. She described her four years there among young, fun loving students as saving her life after losing her husband at such an early age. After returning to Florence, she spent many happy years with her sewing group, which rarely sewed and mostly talked about their families. They often attended plays at the Zodiac Theater or Handy Festival events together. She also was longtime Treasurer of the Cedarview Townhome Owners Association and delighted in her neighbors and their families.
Ann very much loved her cats, with which she seldom was without since childhood. Mostly Persians, felines named Crystal, Senator Smut, Sapphire, and Sassy lived long, happy lives in her lap and at her feet.
In addition to her husband Charles, Ann is survived by her dear, three children, Joe T. Priester, Jr. (Debbie) of Franklin, Tennessee, Jan Priester Hughes of Gainesville, Georgia, and James L. Priester (Murray) of Birmingham, Alabama. She leaves behind nine wonderful grandchildren and nine amazing great-grandchildren.
She is also survived by four kind and thoughtful stepsons and their families: Richard Marshall (Linda) of Fernandina Beach, Florida, Herbie Marshall (Lucy) of Greenville (Greer), S.C., Charlie Marshall (Martha) of Raleigh, N.C., and Tom Marshall (Kit) of Daphne, Alabama.
The family wishes to thank Ann’s many caregivers, especially those from Hospice of North Alabama, led by Matt Flannigan, a kind and compassionate man.
Services will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Edgemont United Methodist Church, 1330 Eauclaire Ave, Florence, AL 35630 or your favorite charity. Condolences may be left at wfunerals.com
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9 Comments on “Ann Roberts Priester Marshall”
My how I loved and appreciated this great lady!!!! Ann and Joe Sr were key players in starting ATO at UNA with their never ending hospitality and commitment to success! I will always remember her beautiful smile as she would capture you in her warm embrace!!! She will be missed by many!!!
Ann was such a gracious lady, an awesome mother-in-law and grandmother to Grace, Lauren, and Logan. She was a great friend to my parents and loved our family in such a special way. The Promised Land is a happier place as she sees Joe again and brings her brand of Southern hospitality. Jan, Joe, and Jim, please accept my deepest sympathy at your mom’s passing. I am sure she is organizing a fine frat party and Roll Tide event in Heaven!
Mike Hughes
This was one fine lady! Our prayers are with all of you. . . May God bless each of you with comfort and sweet memories.
My Mother, Betty King, and Ann were dear friends when they llived in the Cedar Townhomes. Ann was surch a wonderful, kind loving lady. I’m so sorry for your loss. Please give of the children and Charles my love. May God bless you and hold you in his hands. My prayers will be with you.
I’m so sorry to hear about Ann’s passing away. She was a wonderful person.
I lived with your Mom (and Senator Smut) my senior year at UNA. She was always so nice to me and it was a pleasure living with her. We enjoyed each other’s company even when we got stuck together in the ice storm in February of ’85. She always had a smile and a kind word. I know you will miss her so much. God bless and keep you.
Ann was a dear friend of my mother, Charlotte Canon. Charlie, a friend of my father, Sledge. We have many happy memories of these blended families. Ann will be missed by many. She touched the lives of all ages. RIP.
It’s so much I could say about this vibrant and outgoing Lady. We just knew each other for over two years, bit it seemed more like twenty. She called me her Black Daughter and said I was her White Mama. I enjoyed being with her and Mr. Charles so much. She’s lived a full life, but I’d like to had more time to be with her and Mr Charles. May God bless and strengthen you Mr Charles, Jan and the other family and friends who loved her. You’re be missed. Love your Black Daughter. Karen Griffin