Ann (Kalechman) Blumenfeld

April 18, 1934 - August 18, 2017

“An excellent life,” Ann Kalechman Blumenfeld summed up before passing away at home, with family, hospice, and caregivers. Having endured COPD, she now rests.

This fourth-generation San Franciscan, daughter of Bill and Aimee (Goldtree) Kalechman, hailed from the Marina District. Following Lowell High School and a short stint at “Cal” she had a beautiful marriage of 63 years to Gordon Blumenfeld. They moved to Marin County in 1957 to raise their family. Ann was proud of her son, Michael Blumenfeld; her daughter, Diane Blumenfeld-Schaap; her grandchildren, “incredibly brilliant, wonderful citizens of the world,” Anna and William Blumenfeld and Bren and Maya Schaap; and her son-in-law, Wieger Schaap.

Ann loved good books, travel, history, and excellent food and libations. Friends, both living and sorely missed, knew her listening ear and readiness to share. Since moving to Petaluma in 1989, she volunteered for many community causes. Ann dedicated attention to Hospice, Cancer Society, Redwood Empire Food Bank, Petaluma schools, Boys & Girls Club, and Children’s Museum of Sonoma County.

Those who knew and loved Ann are grateful for many wonderful memories: her lively discussions, her sophisticated taste, her laugh.

Ann’s family will mark her passing in private. People may wish to donate in her memory to their charity of choice. Online condolences may be made at Adobe Creek Funeral Home. com