Anne M. "Annie" (Trainor) Faulkner

Mrs. Anne M. “Annie” (Trainor) Faulkner, age 47, of New Hartford, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2008 in the comfort of her home after a courageous battle with Leukemia. At the time of her passing, she was surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Syracuse on February 17, 1961, Anne was the daughter of Elizabeth (Miller) Trainor-Besaw and the late Joseph Trainor. She was raised and educated in Massena, NY and graduated from Massena High School. She later attended Onondaga Community College where she earned her Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene. On November 17, 1990 she married David H. “Dave” Faulkner, and they remained in love and devoted to each other through good times and bad. Annie worked as a dental hygienist at the Charles T. Sitrin Healthcare Center for over 16 years. She loved to take care of people- it came naturally to her. Empathetic and compassionate, she truly found fulfillment in helping others. She loved her job, and made many great friends at Sitrin over the years. Anne was the center of her family, and they were everything to her. A wonderful wife and mother, caring for them and being active in their lives were first and foremost for her. She was a fantastic cook, and one of her greatest joys was putting delicious food on the table. The kitchen always smelled so good, particularly in the cold weather months around the holidays. Anne loved life and was always very active. She would spend much of her spare time walking, running, and bike riding with her husband and daughters. Anne is survived by her husband and best friend, Dave; her beloved daughters, Kate Trainor of Albany, Nicole Trainor of Ballston Spa, Megan Faulkner of New Hartford, and Briana Faulkner of New Hartford; her mother, Elizabeth Trainor-Besaw of Adams Center, NY; her sister and brother-in-law, Laura Trainor and Tom Collins of TX; her brothers and sister-in-law, Edward “Ed” Trainor of Potsdam, and Joseph “Joe” and Patti Trainor and their son, Ryan of Cicero; and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Dave F. and Judy Faulkner of Deansboro. Survivors also include her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Michael and Michelle Faulkner and their children, Grace and Faith, all of Victor, NY; and her sister-in-law, Jo-Anne Faulkner of Deansboro. Anne also leaves behind many dear friends and co-workers, her hound dog, Walter, and her feline friends. She was predeceased by her father, Joseph Trainor, and her step-father, Donald Besaw. The family offers heartfelt thanks on behalf of Anne, for all the thoughts, prayers, and many acts of kindness sent her way. It was this support that helped her and her family get through many tough days. The family would also like to thank Dr. Razia and her staff, all the nurses and care attendants on the sixth floor at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Ctr., and the Bone Marrow Transplant team at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. They all tried so hard to get Anne well again. Anne loved her family, she loved her friends, and that love was returned by all who knew her. She is and will be terribly missed. Visitation will be held Wednesday (today) from 4:00-7:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Anne’s Mass of Christian Burial which will be celebrated on Thursday morning at 9:30 at St. Thomas Church in New Hartford. Interment will take place in Norwich Corners Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Anne M. "Annie" (Trainor) Faulkner

February 17, 1961 - August 16, 2008