Annette Marie Wine
June 26, 1949 - February 14, 2008
Obituary
Annette Wine passed away on February 14, 2008 after a hard fought struggle against a long term illness. She had a full life, but it was much to short. Annette is survived by PJ, her beloved life companion, her sister, Cindy and family, and her extended Seattle family, Sandy, Alonzo, Veronica and Patric.
Annette grew up in Yakima, graduated from WASU and UW, and worked most recently for the City of Kirkland. She enjoyed reading, going to art fairs, gardening, movies, trips to the beach and baking holiday treats.
Her friends and family will always remember her.
All of my memories of my dear cousin Annette will someday replace the deep pain in my heart to know she is now gone from us. When I heard from our Uncle Don that Annette had passed away, I must admit my first thoughts were of myself, my loss and what I let slip away – more precious time with her. But then I saw her in my mind – full of light, I saw her beaming face and she was glowing and full of life. Praise God! I know with whom she has gone to be! I am heart sick that I cannot be there to stand up for her, to honor Annette for her genuine, loving friendship, & her lovely personality! Annette truly cared deeply about others. She fought so hard for her life, I love her for that. I thank God for Annette, for His purposes in her life and His gift of love given through her. I thank God for PJ and his great love and dedication to Annette and their life together. I know that I fell short in giving back to her. I also know that she is fully with God now, the One who loves her more than we know how. ISAIAH 43:1 “But now thus says the Lord that created you…Fear not: for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” /ROMANS 8:16-17 “The Spirit itself bears witness…that we are the children of God: And if children, then heirs of God, joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together.” The Name of Jesus Christ is a banner over Annette.
Annette was the sweetest person. She always had a warm, and loving smile even though she going through a lot. She will be missed, but it brings me extreme comfort to know that she is no longer in pain and is in the hands of our Lord. I pray that God will comfort each and every person that mourns her passing.
I knew Annette through her many years on the Mercer Park Board. She served many years as the Board President and in other positions on the board. Her tireless dedication and commitment to improving the Mercer Park community will be remembered. She will be missed.
I have memories from graduate school that make me smile — I was in a different program but had many friends from Public Affairs – including Annette, Joni, Sandy, and Gary. Joni and I had fun parties at our apartment – our Halloween party was a hoot as we all dressed up and Annette was the hit of the party as Minnie Mouse. We laughed about this for years. I remember her kindness and concern for everyone. She will be missed.
Deb Knutson
I am so sorry to hear of Annette’s death. She was such a “trooper” and a role model for me at the City of Kirkland. I first learned of Annette at WSU where she lived on the floor above me in the dorm we shared. Then imagine my surprise when we both ended up working for the City of Kirkland! One of my favorite memories is during football season at Apple Cup time. Several of us Cougars working for the City got together on the weekend of the game and decorated City Hall with Cougar colors and emblems including writing with flour on the south lawn “Go Cougs” with the signiture Cougar emblem. We won that year and went to the Aloha Bowl so we presented our Husky counterparts with lei’s and decorated their offices with balloons and streamers. I will miss my Cougar friend.
I have worked in Human Resources at the City of Kirkland since 1993 and Annette was my Manager up until about 2000. I’ll remember her kindness, patience, as well as her sense of humor when things got a little stressful at the office. Even after her retirement from the City, she always sent me a card on my birthday which was typical of her thoughtfulness. She was a good lady. My condolences to all of her family members and friends.
Annette was very nice. She would take the time to talk to you and listen to what you had to say. She would always have a kind word for others. While she was with the City of Kirkland I had the privilege of knowing her. My prayers are with her and her loved ones. She will be missed by the many that she touched throughout her life.
Bradley L. Gilmore
Kirkland Police Department
I am very sad to hear of Annette’s passing. I send my sincerest condolences to PJ, her family and her extended family here in Seattle: Alonzo, Sandra, Veronica and Patric. Peace be with you!
I did not know Annette very long, but what i knew of her I admired. Annette was a pilar of strength she fought the battle life dealt her, with grace and glory. Annette will always be an inspiration to me and an angel.
May heavenly blessing surroud you and your family. God Bless!
Annette had this saying posted on her wall:
Most people don’t know there are angels whose only job is to make sure you don’t get too comfortable & fall asleep & miss your life.
Like this goofy message, she found the positive side to every situation, and solutions to every challenge. She was a true inspiration, and I will miss her deeply.
Thank you PJ, Sandy, Patric, and Veronica for taking such great care of her…you all meant the world to her, and you brought her the greatest joy and happiness in her life.
I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to Annette’s family. May you be comforted by the knowledge that she is no longer suffering and is in a better place, and that you will see her again someday. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
I worked with Annette for many years at the City of Kirkland. In fact she was on the interview committee when I was hired in 1985. I’m sure she gave me an extra point for being a Coug. In the best tradition of “Monday Morning Quarterbacking” we would always hang out in each others office to replay the Cougar Games especially the Apple Cup.
I will always remember Annette as being very bright, articulate, and having a wonderful sense of humor. But the thing I will remember most is how much she cherished and loved PJ,her family, and friends. My condolences to you all. I know you will always hold memories of Annette close to your hearts.
There are no words sufficent enough to express my thoughts and sadness. I send my love, prayers and support to PJ, Annette’s family and friends.
I knew Annette as “A Dub” and hold fond memories of her as the best boss ever. She transcended bossdom to be an inspiring and uplifting friend and mentor. To AW’s other friends, I join you in missing her. To PJ and family, please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss.
I have many fond memories of Annette. She was my first friend in grad school. We helped each other get through the first year. I can remember spending many afternoons in one of the cafeterias drinking lots of coffee in between classes. We use to study and then go hot tubbing with another classmate named Gayle. Gayle had blond curly hair and we were quite the threesome.
One day Annette and I decided to venture to one of the nearby islands. Annette was the driver and I was the navigator. I can remember telling her to “go east” on whatever road we were on. She immediately told me that she “didn’t do directions”, meaning she had no idea which way was east, west, north or south. I loved her honesty and great sense of humor.
In the spring of our first year of grad school we met Sandy and Gary. Then we became a foursome Gayle didn’t last past the first year. We spent lots of time at Sandy’s apartment waiting for our evening law school class to begin. Sandy could whip up the quickest and tastiest meals for us.
Annette met PJ after I moved away from Seattle. She was so happy to have found her “soul mate” and I was very happy for her. They visited us in Sacramento on one of their road trips.
I will always remember her as my first and one of my best friends form grad school. I’ll miss you Annette. But I know you’ll be in good hands.
Love always,
Joni
Annette was a wonderful friend and neighbor. I will always miss her sense of humor, and quirky outlook on life. She was a trooper, I always said she had 9 lives. I think it is because Annette was just a genuinely nice person that God didn’t want to deprive us of her any earlier. Annette truly cared about all the people in her life, and I’m honored I was one of them. PJ, my thoughts and prayers are with you with the loss of your long-time companion and life partner. I’ll miss her. Cindy
I knew Auntie Annette for my entire life, for all my nineteen years, I could always count on her unwavering kindness, wisdom, and good conversation. Auntie Annette took me and my brother out to movies after school, she made cookies and fudge with us during the holidays, and always asked me how I was doing in school or how I was feeling, even though she may have been sick, she made me feel special, important and loved. Words cannot express how much I will miss Auntie Annette, I have never known a world without her; but I trust that she is now in a better place, and will always be in my memory.
I can’t even begin to describe what Auntie Annette meant to me. She was loving, caring, compassionate, thoughtful, and so much more. I never even thought of life without her. I guess I just always thought that she would be there. Without her, life won’t be the same. Now that she’s gone, I don’t know what to do. I can’t remember exactly how it was when I was a baby, but I knew that she was always there and will always be there in my heart. I’m glad that she is in a good place and I know she will be looking down on me from the Heavens above.
Love, Patric V.
Our friendship spans 28 years and I will treasure the memories. I will truly miss her and all the good times we had together; from having coffee, to sharing books, and to gabbing about politics, family, and just life. Thanks PJ for always being there for her.