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Ann Gauss Buchanan, age 70 of Wellston, Michigan, passed away on Sunday September 11,2022. in the comfort of her home. Ann was born on October 4, 1951, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of David and Jane (Oberdorfer)Gauss. On May 16, 1985, Ann married David Buchanan III in Big Pine Key, Florida and they shared 48 loving years together. She graduated from the University of Michigan with her Bachelor's in education and then also from Washtenaw Community College with her associates in electrical engineering.
Ann enjoyed the outdoors. She loved spending her time swimming, fishing, and hiking. She also liked to cross country ski and was a part of the Manistee County Cross Country Ski Council. She loved her German Shepard dogs. She is survived by her husband, David; sister Mary Vliek; her brother Dave (Mary) Gauss; and many nieces and nephews. She as preceeded in death by her parents. A celebration of her life was held on September 21, 2022 at the Oak Grove Funeral Home in Manistee. The family requested memorials to be made to the Homeward Bound Animal Shelter, 736 Paws Trail, Box 144, Manistee, MI 49660.
https://oakgrovefh.com/book-of-memories/5022654/Buchanon-Ann/obit
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David Macfarlane
I remember we were in a few classes together, not many but a few. Turned out we lived close to each, other across the road in fact but I didn’t know that at the beginning. Went our separate ways after grad and I only saw her twice; five and fifty years later. Never forgot her mind you. A lovely person, I’m glad I knew her.
This life is precious and fleeting. Pay attention.
David Macfarlane
Janice Black (Campbell)
Ann was amazing. We lived about an eighth of a mile apart. I met here when she was only a summer resident.
She was such great fun - eager to discover, so very bright. Both Ann and her sister Mary made many days happy days. Our claim to fame was finding a blue frog in Prairieville Creek. The Biological Station told us this wonderful specimen had been painted. If anyone of you know who committed this offense, let me know.
I treasure Ann. RIP, Dear Friend.
Janice Black Campbell
Bruce Ganer
Ann was one of my favorite people in high school, even though I only went out with her a few times. Knew her and admired her generally from a distance. I always thought she was clearly very intelligent, attractive, and clever. Never saw her or kept up with her until the last class reunion, and so grateful for that experience. Sorry to hear this news, but I guess all good things must come to pass. This is the least fun thing about getting old(er).