Annemarie's Love and Light, Cancer Warrior Kits

Cancer warriors often experience sensitive skin due to the physical and physiological changes that occur during cancer treatment. These changes can make the skin more vulnerable to irritation and discomfort. Using all-natural products that are fragrance-free and gentle on the skin can provide several benefits to cancer warriors. Overall, using all-natural, fragrance-free, and gentle skincare products helps maintain skin health and comfort during this challenging time in their lives. 

Annemarie passed away on November 22, 2021, at her home in Michigan, at the age of 65, after a 22-year battle with breast cancer. Annemarie never allowed the disease to control her life, instead, she always remained committed to living life to its fullest—her strength and resilience knew no bounds.

Annemarie met the love of her life and husband of over 40 years, Fred, while both were Michigan State Troopers assigned to the Bay City Post. It was love at first sight for both. The couple had four children, and it was no secret the true loves of her life were her grandsons, who affectionately called her “Gigi.”

Annemarie spent over 31 years with the Michigan State Police, retiring as a Captain/Commanding Officer of the Criminal Investigation Division for SE Michigan—the Division's first female commander. During that time Annemarie also graduated from the prestigious FBI National Academy. Upon retirement, the Detroit News said it best, “Trailblazing State Cop Retires.” Not being one to sit around, retirement was short-lived. Annemarie went on to work as Deputy Inspector General for the Detroit Public Schools and later, as Manager of Corporate Investigations for DTE Energy. In what little spare time she had, you could find Annemarie doing what she did best and enjoyed most: shopping for home décor, transforming her house for every holiday, and ensuring her yard was always an outdoor oasis. Her family is confident she kept several stores in business throughout the years.

Annemarie's love and light will never be replaced but instead carried on through her husband, children, grandchildren, and all of those fortunate enough to have known her. "To the world, Annemarie was one person, but to her family and loved ones, she was the world."
 

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