1939-2025
Ann Christie Blote, formerly of Redwood City, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at age 86. Ann was the middle child of Catherine and Lewis Christie, sister to Edward and Robert Christie, both deceased. Ann is survived by her three daughters, Lisa Hicks-Dumanske, Laura Breaux and Lynn Durbin, as well as her sister-in-law, nephew, niece, 8 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, a grandniece and nephew, and 2 great grandnieces.
Ann was raised in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Her family moved to California when she was a teenager. After graduating from nursing school, her first job was in the ER. This must be where she learned how to stay calm under pressure. She rarely raised her voice and often assessed situations from various sides. She has worn many hats in her lifetime: student, nurse, wife, caregiver, single mother, bookkeeper, receptionist (her desk placard read “director of first impressions”), hippie, pharmaceutical rep., lover, avid reader, award-winning manager, friend, AIDS activist, interior designer, traveler, racquetball superstar, grandma, writer, advanced bridge player and much more.
Later in life, Ann discovered she was a natural storyteller and writer. She facilitated a writing group at the Redwood City Senior Center and published her memoirs. Her memorial service will be held at the Veterans Memorial Senior Center, Goldstar Room, 1455 Madison Ave., Redwood City, 94061 on Friday, November 14, 2025 from 3-5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Ann’s favorite charities; KQED, SPCA, or the American Cancer Society in Ann’s memory.