Anne's light shone bright wherever she went and I am thankful for her presence in my life. Anne and I went to both high school and college together. I will always remember her warm smile, the twinkle in her eyes, and her huge, compassionate heart. Anne was a calming presence , a voice of wisdom, a shoulder to cry on, but most of all, a loving friend. I will never forget running into her on the quad at JMU and the light in her eyes when she spoke of her boyfriend, Kevin. I loved seeing her happiness and the beautiful life they built together. I admired their willingness to uproot their family and serve as missionaries in Europe. I remember her sharing the story of how the Bible study "If You Want to Walk on Water, You Have to Get Out of the Boat" inspired them on their quest and I promptly went out and bought the study. Her faith, strength, courage, raw vulnerability and willingness to love again after the loss of Kevin inspired me further. Anne's very life inspired all of us to know the Lord more richly and deeply, and I am forever grateful for the gift of Anne in my life. My prayers go out to her children, her husband, her family and friends.