Passed away suddenly on Friday 31^st May 2013 aged 63. Beloved Mum to Vanessa, Reece & Max the dog. Nana to Renee, Darren, Thomas and sister to Brian, Pam Ralph, Kevin, Val, David and Brenda. Words that describe Annie are kind, gentle, loving, forgiving, and warm. Annie always tried to see the good in everyone and everything, a private lady yet enjoyed life. She was always seeking to have the sun on her back and on her last day she stood with a friend and made comment of how the warmth of the sun on her face felt so good. She loved and wanted to be loved and we loved her and will love her still. A service for Annette will be held at Omanu Surf Club, Surf Road, Mt Maunganui on Wednesday 5th May at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers donations posted to SPCA P.O. Box 2087, Tauranga. Communication to the Claxton Family c/- Vanessa at vanessa@healthandbody.co.nz or P O Box 41, Whangamata