Ann E. Pine
May 25, 1942 - October 14, 2006

"I first met Ann when I was a very junior Naval officer. I was tasked with coordinating the Naval Seapower Symposium and told to go see Ann Pine at the War College. I was petrified. I'd never been inside the War College and I didn't even really know what the Seapower Symposium was. Ann welcomed me, took me under her wing, taught me everything I needed to know, and took time out of her busy schedule every day to see me through to the end of the conference. She didn't have to, but she did. When I was assigned to the War College in 2002, Ann picked up where she left off. She was a mentor, a confidante, and a friend. I admired so much about her but, above all, I admired her integrity. I'll miss her booming voice with that thick RI accent, her sense of humor, her contagious laugh, and her tremendous kindness. Donna Dismukes CDR, USN retired"

"We would like to send our condolences to Anne's friends and family. We always enjoyed our times with Anne and her family ANN WILL BE MISSED,"

"I WOULD LIKE TO SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY ANN WILL BE MISSED"

"Mary, My sincere condolences on the loss of your sister. At this very difficult time, take comfort in knowing you have friends who care."

"My sincere condolences to the family, Ann is someone who would always take time for others."

"So sad to hear the news that Ann passed away. She was the first person that I met when I came to the Newport area from Hanscom Field in Bedford, Mass. From the first day I met Ann I felt like I new her all my life. I worked with Ann at the Surplus Sales Office, which was located outside of gate 51, back in the early 1960's. She was a very friendly, honest, sincere, and caring person and I will miss her very much."

"In my 37 years at the Naval War College, Ann is at the top of my favorite people list. Her great personality, caring ways and wisdom were her trademarks. Ann, I will miss our talks at NWC mostly when we passed in the hallway, buying the costume jewelry at the Jesus Saviour Feast and letting you hold my tickets in case I won. Thank you for being part of my life. To Ann's family - I am truly, truly sorry for your loss."

"Francis you and your family have our deepest sympathy for your loss. If there is anything we can do please let us know. We have you in our prayers and in our hearts."

"Ann will be missed by all those people whose life she touched. To Ann's family and friends, in New England and those of us here in the Metro Phoenix area we extend our heartfelt sympathy. God Bless you all and grant us the peach and strength at this time. Will Steeves"

"May memories keep Ann close to you in spirit and thought and always in your heart,today and forever. God Bless."

"I first met Ann when I was a student at the NWC in 1986. I remember that she was so helpful and concerned for all of the students. When I had the good fortune to return to the college in 2002 as the Chief of Staff, I was delighted to learn that Ann was a part of my staff. To me, she was the Naval War College. She was so knowledgeable about every aspect of the college and so totally devoted to the college and all it stood for. I was shocked to learn of her passing and will miss her terribly. I know she is in a better place, and that I am a better person for having known her. Sincerely, John Meyer, CAPT Ret."

"Ann was the most trustworthy friend I had at the Naval War College. It was my personal privilege to have known her and I will miss her with all my heart."

"Ann, Part Department Head, Mother, Administrator and Drill Sergeant, oh yeah and Fullback. If the ball needed to be moved down the field, give it to Anne! Her energy was limitless, her perspective experienced, yet wide open to different ways. She was a champion for the underdog and those that thought they had no voice. She was proud of the Naval War College and felt obliged to care for it, no less than a shipmate his ship. Most particularly she cared for all the people in it. Thanks Ann, for your friendship, wisdom and caring. I will never forget you. CDR Dave Destito USN RET."

"Dear Piney and family, I am so sorry about Ann's passing. You all are in my thoughts. I worked with her for many years in the kitchen at the feast. She was such a nice and warm person with a great sense of humor. Piney You are the nicest guy! I am so sorry you are going through this. I love working with you. You work so hard for the Holy Ghost. May the Holy Ghost hold you in his arms during this time. You are in my thoughts!!! Jean Melvin"

"Please accept our deepest sympathy. Ann will be missed by all who knew her. I will always remember her help with Take Our Children to Work Day. Without her help in controlling the chaos, I don't know how we would have made it through the day. God has reserved a very special place for a very special lady. Our prayers include all of you."

"I was deeply saddened to learn of Ann's sudden passing. She touched so many lives at NWC. No one who passed through those halls will ever forget Ann and all her contributions to NWC and to each of us personally. My favorite memory of Ann will be her offering to trade chairs with me - when mine was falling apart. We found another usable one together. That's just the kind of person she was - always being there to help."

"Ann & I started at the War college in the same year 1984. I will miss her smiling face and am greatly saddened by her passing. My most sincere sympathy is extended to both her family and her NWC family as well."

"I first worked with Ann at the NWC back in 1989, as she and I were the members of a two person office. I was brand new at NWC and pretty inexperienced especially regarding the computer. Ann spent a great deal of time and effort teaching me how to operate the computer database and helping me input all the data we needed stored. I remeber specifically one incident where, with one keystroke, I inadvertantly deleted a great deal of information. Needless to say, I was quite upset but Ann told me not to worry the data could be recovered. What she didn't tell me right then was that I would have to re-input all the data that I deleted. We laughed about that many times. Ann was a major part of the NWC family and she will be sorely missed."

"With deepest sympathy to Ann?s family---and to her many, many, many friends who are, as am I, truly suffering with the loss of this special lady. Knowing that she is with the Lord, and if I had one guess, I believe Ann is already respectfully but persistently prodding God to intercede in making this Earth a better place---a place she left better with her many attributes and deeds. I pray her first mission will be to ask the Lord not to take special people, as Ann, from us so early in their lives. ?We?ll meet again, don?t know where, don?t know when, but I know we?ll meet again some sunny day.?"

"To Piney, David, Allan and their families: we are so sorry for your loss..every knows how loving and generous of herself and her time Ann was..she was always a giver, never a taker! She will be missed dearly...you are in our thoughts"

"Ann is someone I always admired and trusted. Her laugh and miillion dollar smile was the best, Ann you were an awesome woman, I feel honored to have know you. God Bless and Keep you, until we meet again."

"Ann was a wonderful person to be around. She was always kind and helpful, a very special lady. I am going to miss her. Dave Englefield"

"To the Pine Family - My God lead your family to the path that will ease your pain. Ann was truly a very special lady. We shared many laughs over the years at the Naval War College. I will miss her. God Bless"

"It hurts when you lose a friend whom you love and respect. I first met Ann in 1987 when I came off sea-duty as a naval officer and was assigned to work in the same department. Having never worked with civilians at any of my prior commands, there was a lot for me to learn. Ann, as she has for so many people, took me under her gentle wings little did I know then that those wings were angle?s wings and she guided and taught me. I had two tours of duty here a NWC and I am back been back for about 8 years as a civilian myself. Each time I came back, there was Ann to welcome me, usually in a new position but always ready to help. As many people have noted, and certainly I was one, if I did not know the answer, I knew of the person who would and that would be Ann. I will miss meeting Ann in the hallways and at the café, but I will miss most of all her smile and laughter. It was a blessing to have known her. My prayers and heartfelt condolences go out to her family and friends."

"My sincere condolences to all of you in this time of sorrow. God Bless, Lisa Eskie Hertzog"

"Our condolences to Ann's family. She will be greatly missed at the NWC and by her family and friends. She was a great person and loved by so many."

"Dear Ann, May He support us all the day long till the shades lengthen and the evening comes and the busy world is hushed and the fever of life is over and our work is done...Then in His mercy may He give us a safe lodging and a holy rest and peace at the last. God rest your soul."

"To Piney, David, Allan and family: I am so sorry and extremely saddened to hear of Ann's passing. She was one of the most generous and kindest women I have ever known.I am grateful for having known her in my life and to have had her as a friend."

"Francis, David & Nancy, Allan & CJ, and the rest of the "Pine-Bulk-Klassner-MonisSmith-Winthrop" clan, I cannot tell you how sorry we are to hear of Ann's passing. God sure got himself a good one when he called her up there. I believe she and Eileen are sipping wine as we speak! Please take comfort in the fact that so many people loved & respected her. I believe this will be the largest guestbook signed ever. Ann always made time for everyone that needed her and that earned her the adoration of many. Please accept our deepest sympathies & know that your family is in our prayers."

"Ann, how can you describe a person who was real and very truthful, warm, thoughtful a very hard worker, who loved helping everyone. Not only was she a co-worker, she was a good friend, when I had to make that move from Pringle to Foundation Hall, who did I go to for help about the move? Ann. When I first got to the college, Ann had helped me in so many way, of all the people there, I will miss, teasing and laughing with her in the hallways. Ann was at my going away luncheon, joking and laughing, I am so happy I had my camera that day. Ann was a big part of the Newport Naval War College, I just wish, I could be there for her, as in so many times, she was there for me. GOD BLESS her and her family. Patricia Cormier VA Hospital Long Beach, CA"

"My heart is aching with sadness. My Annie, my sister-in-law, my friend, my strenghth...how I loved you."

"Ann i will miss you my friend, we had some great laugh's together, you, me and helen i will never forget what a wonderful person and most importantly what a wonderful friend you were to me, you were there for me through the hardest time in my life and will never forget you. Love Steve"

"My Sympathy to your family. I'm going to miss you ann, you were a very good friend."

"Dearest Piney, David & Allen. We are still in shock after hearing of Ann's passing on Saturday. We will always remember her quick smile and how her eyes danced when she laughed. We had great fun at those tractor pulls, didn't we? We share deeply your sorrow and will see you soon. With love and prayers that God will carry you through, Henry & Annie"

"Ann will be long remembered and missed at the Naval War College, her community and by her many friends. Also as a wonderful colleague, co-worker with her humor, her wit, her consoling, and mostly her smile. Ann may your soul rest in peace. With our love Al and Marie Lawton"

"Ann's nature was so gracious and warm-hearted that it is easy to forget to mention how incredibly competent and efficient she was. I don't think I ever saw her without a smile and I know she was never without a correct answer. She was one of those rare people who made the grayest of days a little brighter just by being around."

"Ann was always a person of great kindness and likeability. Although I live in Virginia now, I was so happy to see her when I last visited Newport. From seeing her at work at NWC to seeing her at Jesus Saviour bazaars, I will always remember her smiles. My condolences to all her family and friends. We will miss her. Loretta"

"Ann was very special to my husband and I. Not only was she a colleague, but was also a witness to our wedding. She was important to our lives in so many respects and we will miss her."

"My deepest sympathy to Ann's family. Ann touched so many lives with her warmth and caring ways. I am sure she will be the Angel guiding you all through these difficult times."

"I am so sorry to hear of Ann's passing and I extend my condolences to her family. She was a good friend and one of the mainstays at the War College and she will surely be missed by all."

"I am so sorry to hear about Aunt Ann my thoughts and prayers are with you all.Sorry I cant be there with you all. Love Trish Pine and Family"

"My sincere condolences to Ann's family. Ann was a valuable asset to the War College and will be missed."

"I didn't know you were sick but I'm not surprise you were not the type to complain. You were my mentor when I first got to the Naval War College, not afraid of teaching me all that you knew. I still remember you helping me with my resume and encouraging me to use some big words like generate and compile. You will be so missed and never forgotten."

""They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them." - L. Binyon, 1914 God Bless Ann and all of her family. With deepest sympathy - CAPT Burnes ~ friend, co-worker & colleague at the Naval War College."

"Ann- No one here at the College will miss you more than I. You were such a perfect friend, co-worker and a wonderful person in/out. You were always the most kind, generous and a person of so much knowledge for everything here at the College. I am so sad about your passing, and I will miss you dearly. You will always be in my prayers. Sincere sympathy to your family that you loved so much. Love, Anita"

"Ann will be long remembered and missed at the Naval War College, where she was a wonderful colleague and co-worker."

"My heart goes out to Ann and her family. She was always so full of life. I will miss you dearly, you will always be in our hearts Sadley missed Gail& Mike parola"

"There is nothing about Ann that anyone could tell you that you don't already know. I've known Ann since 1994 and she was, without exception, one of the really holy people, with a huge heart & will to help all those who came her way. And Ann was also one of the funniest, lets-have-a party gal you'd ever want to meet. She was always helping me at work and making me laugh and making it actually nice to come to work. I grew to love Ann as my own sister. My prayers are with you in this terrible time of your loss, Sincerely, Betty Peters"

"When I think of Ann I only think of good, positive things. She was always so pleasant, caring and honest. I don't think there was ever a better employee at NWC than Ann. Whenever you needed help she was there for you, and if she didn't know the answer she would spend the time finding it. You could count on her. Everyone will miss her. I send my sympathy to her family. She's looking down on all of us. She's definitely in heaven!"

"Ann had an air of quiet professionalism about her. She was calm, trusted and respected. Her common sense approach helped us all keep an even keel. Her untimely passing leaves us with a huge void that may never quite be filled. My sympathy to all of her many family and friends. Sadly, she will be missed by all of us."

"When I think of Ann I think of laughter--true belly laughs because of her antics. I will miss her very much. My thoughts are with her family, friends, and coworkers who are so lucky to have had her in their lives."

"My heartfelt sympathies and condolences go out to all of you. I worked with Ann at the Naval War College and I am honored to say how fortunate I was to have known her. I will always remember her wonderful smile, sense of humor, and willingness to help. She was such a good person and touched so many lives with her kindness. May God Bless you all during this time of great sorrow with the comfort of family and friends, and with the comfort of knowing that Heaven has just received an angel. With deepest sympathy, Gwen Ruggeri"

"Although you've left us you really have not, as we all have nothing but the best of memories when we think of you. For the short time that I have known you no one else has welcomed me more. Don't worry I'll keep in touch with that brother of yours and my friend and try to keep him out of trouble. I'll miss you Lenny"

"Ann was always the most helpful, kind, and generous soul we've ever known. We are are sad for the passing of a friend and send our most heartfelt sympathy to her family. Sincerely, Cheryl & Scott"

"Ann was one of the first people that i met at the Naval War College when i started in 1999. She always had a cheerful demeanor and was very knowledgeable about the inner working at the College. She will be missed I wish her family peace and good memories of Ann"

"A wonderful person who was always their to help anyone. My simpathy are with you all at this most stressful time."

"Ann was a very special, caring lady. She will truly be missed. My thoughts and condolences go out to her family."

"She will be sadly missed and never forgotten....She was one of the best I have ever had the honor to work with. Adeus, Patti"

"I was deeply saddened by the news of Ann's passing. she was one of the first people I met when I started to work at War College in 1988 and has remained one of the nicest most genuine people I had ever met. she will be missed. My prayers go out to her family."

"Ann, you will be missed. You were a friend to us all. May God Bless You and keep you close to Him."

"Anne will be missed greatly. As a fairly new civilian employee here at the Naval War College, she helped me through a lot of adminstrative issues. My condolences to the family. You can be reassured that in life she served our great nation with the highest degree of professionalism."

"My Deepest Sympathy to Ann's Family. She had all the wonderful touches to making others around her feel the love she had for life. Her honesty, dedication, kindness, and heartfelt love for her family and friends will always be remembered.She will always be smiling in my heart."

"Ann, you were always there whenever anyone needed anything, always willing to stop whatever you were doing and help. You will be greatly missed. God bless you and your family."

"Ann, I remember so many afternoons when you would share funny stories with us and always made me laugh after a long day. Heaven definately has another angel. God Bless you and your family. You will be missed."

"My sincere condolences on Anne's passing. She was a role model for all and will be missed."

"I'm so very sorry for your loss, your family will be in my thoughts during this difficult time."

"Our condolences and prayers go out to Ann's family. I was so shocked to hear of her passing. Ann was one of the first people I met when I transferred here in October 2002. Always kind, always helpful, always willing to stop what she was doing to lend a hand to a fellow coworker. God bless you Ann and God's blessings to her family!"