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      A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, March 26, 2021, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Michaels Restaurant, Highland, IL.

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      Ann E. Medlin, 76, of Highland, IL, died Monday, March 22, 2021 at Anderson Hospital, in Maryville, IL.

      Ann was born January 3, 1945, to Ben and Kathleen (nee McNerlin) Savil, in Limavidy, Northern Ireland.  She married Ron Medlin, on March 10, 1970 in New Brey, England.

      A bright soul, Ann was the life of the party.  Anyone that knew her, loved her.  She would never do anyone wrong; she would give you the shirt off her back.  She loved her husband dearly, and loved being a Nan and Nanny to her grandchildren; loving her family over everything else. She was known to be a feisty little woman and she loved to dance.

      Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Kathleen Savil; husband, Ron Medlin; sister-in-law, Linda Savil.

      She is survived by her children, Mark Applin, New Brey, England, Shane (Stephanie) Medlin, Granite City, IL, and Mecala (Justin) Scholl, Highland, IL; grandchildren, Kyle Applin, Zack, Nick & Sam Medlin, Meckenna, Gavin, Parker & Anda Scholl; siblings, Terry Savil, Marie (Len) Collis, Kevin (Ruth) Savil, Sylvia (Larry) Ward, and Anthony (Jackie) Savil; many nieces and nephews.

      Memorials may be made to the Donor’s choice.

      A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, March 26, 2021, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Michaels Restaurant, Highland, IL.

      Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL.

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    1. Amanda Kapp / March 23, 2021 at 7:46 pm

      To my “other” mother, Ann Medlin

      Sometimes our paths cross another’s, and it leaves a mark.. This lil lady left a BIG one on mine.💔
      From every phone call gossip-fest, every pair of high heels you gave me! (there were trashbags of shoes!!) to every Saturday night fever, just dressed to the 9s, sparkling, smiling, dancing…
      & your sense of humor!!! Such a magnetic soul! Everyone just loved you, I hope you knew that!!

      I love you, always have, & always will.

      It breaks my heart to know I won’t get to tell you goodbye my friend, but I am so happy that you’re finally free.. from the pains, the worry, and all the troubles of this world. Rest easy luv. I only hope heaven knows how lucky they are to have you..

      All my love, miss you madly Ann..

    2. Judy Steahle (Amy Seiler’s mom) / March 23, 2021 at 9:38 pm

      Fun & sweet lady!! Didn’t spend a lot of time with Ann but totally enjoyed every minute!! Deepest condolences 💐

    3. Sylvia Ward / March 23, 2021 at 10:03 pm

      Our dear sister Ann, we all love you and will always miss you. Until we meet again. Terry, Marie, Kevin, Sylvia, Anthony and your eldest son Mark xxx

    4. Liz Kingsley / March 23, 2021 at 10:30 pm

      Every local pub should have a bar Mom. In Highland we were blessed with the best bar Mom ever!!! Everyone who met Ann instantly loved her!! She always had a smile, a great story, or a sarcastic comment. She gave great advice and told it like it was. She was always dressed to the nines and was out on the dance floor. I hope she knows how many lives she touched in our small town. Ann I love you. Please save a place on the dance floor for me until we meet again.

    5. Liane Baker-Hergenrother / March 23, 2021 at 10:31 pm

      I have never forgotten Ann as one of my second moms from childhood. I have spoken about Ann and her family often to my own children. My condolences and love to all.

    6. Sandy Ankrom / March 23, 2021 at 11:37 pm

      Words cant adequately convey the sadness we feel for the loss of this wonderful, funny, loving, fiesty little woman. I’m so very grateful to have had her as my friend. Thank you for all the laughs Miss Ann. For such a tiny little fashionista you leave such a huge void behind. I’ll never forget the long talks and your wonderful sense of humor. The world will never be as bright without you here. I look forward to seeing you on the big dance floor in Heaven. Rest easy my friend. I love you.

    7. Terri Feldmann / March 24, 2021 at 3:38 am

      She was such a great lady, always enjoyed talking to her outside at the keg.RIP Ann, we love you!

    8. Mark Applin / March 24, 2021 at 5:43 am

      I am so sorry I can’t be with you mum due to living so far away and health issues such an inspiration to me and your grandson kyle you live the life to the full and enjoyed it . Thankyou for being there for me mum through the tough times such a wonderful big hearted lady do anything for anyone thats why your so special gonna miss our everyday chat but your in no more pain or suffering enjoy heaven with Ron & mum & dad love you so much mum until we meet again your son mark Applin and grandson kyle Applin xxxx

    9. Linzi Foreman / March 24, 2021 at 6:43 am

      Aunty Ann,
      Our hearts break for the loss of you. Where you used to be now sits a void. As I read the notes on here a smile comes to my face along with so many memories. In my mind I see you laughing the laugh that you had when you and your sisters would get together. I will always treasure you and I know my sisters will also. You gained your angel wings. Cheers to you my precious aunty. May the Lord heal our hearts as we will always miss you! Until we meet again .
      Love,
      Linzi, Jerry, Ben, Casey, Luke & Kenzi

    10. Andy newby / March 24, 2021 at 7:53 am

      Such sad news of the passing of Ann, being the best friend of her son Mark for over 50 years I met Ann on many many occasions of which there was never a dull moment, the last being when I met her at Newbury railway station where she hadn’t paid for her ticket, but being Ann she sweet talked her way out of it, sleep well lovely lady, I will look after Mark, love to Shane and michala and the rest of the family xxx

    11. Laura Niebruegge / March 24, 2021 at 8:03 am

      You will be greatly missed, Ann! You had a smile on your face and a dance in your step every single time I saw you! You watched out for our Amanda and she watched out for you!! As much as you touched my soul, I know you left a mark on many of souls!! As someone has already said, save a dance for me!! ❤

    12. Terry Savill / March 24, 2021 at 9:59 am

      Rest in peace my sister Ann, I hope you’ll be reunited with Ron, mum, dad and Linda. Until we meet again, love Terry xx

    13. Ray E Warren / March 24, 2021 at 10:17 am

      I can still hear her yelling “Hello Love”, everytime she came to see us play. What a dear sweet lady that filled the moments with laughter and hard earned wisdom. She will be greatly missed by anyone lucky enough to have met her.

    14. Vicky Walton / March 24, 2021 at 11:13 am

      I am heartbroken. She was like a sister and best friend to me. I just don’t know what Ill do with out her. God bless you Annie til we meet again.. Best friend you could ask for. Loved her family deeply. She will be so missed.

    15. Al and Shirley Flath / March 24, 2021 at 11:38 am

      No matter where or when we saw Ann, she had a cheery “Hello Luv” to greet you. She always made those around her feel special. God called home a ray of sunshine and her light will continue to illuminate the sky and shine down on those she loved.

    16. Anthony Saville / March 24, 2021 at 2:59 pm

      My sister Ann, you know I’m one for not many words, but I have to say I will miss our Facetime chats, where it took you ten minutes to either see me or hear me or both. Will love and miss you now and forever all my love Anthony Jackie, Sadie, Grant, Amy and Ben ❤️❤️❤️❤️

    17. Patricia Dunn / March 24, 2021 at 5:12 pm

      Thinking of all the family at this very sad time.. and sending you all lots of love and best wishes xx

    18. Bobby / March 24, 2021 at 9:22 pm

      She will be missed! A special person in the hearts of many!

    19. Mick moss / March 25, 2021 at 12:33 am

      Sad News to hear that your gone but at least your back in the arms of your mum and dad and the family we all love . At least we have some great memories of you back in the 60s coming to Brightwalton to visit my mum always smiling great cuddles then you went to the USA and we didn’t see you but when you come home it was always great to see you RIP Ann sending lots love Carolynn mick xxxxxxxxx❤️

    20. Karen Savill / March 25, 2021 at 8:01 am

      Auntie Ann, you have been so supportive and given me great advice. I love how we laughed together and at times cried. I’m truly grateful to have spent time with you when you were here in the UK and I will miss you. Love you lots, always. Karen x 💕

    21. Beckie Schrumof / March 25, 2021 at 11:36 am

      Sincete sympathy & prayers to her family. I did not know her well, but enjoyed chatting a few times when she came to Peppermint School for her grandchildren.

    22. Tina Pike (Newby) / March 25, 2021 at 5:53 pm

      Sorry to hear of Ann’s passing. Growing up next to the lovely Savil family at Hartley Way they have always stayed in my heart. My thoughts and love go to all the family. RIP Ann xx

    23. Patty Branch / March 26, 2021 at 12:38 pm

      So saddened by the news of my buddy AnnE’s passing on. There really is a brighter light shining in Heaven now from your presence. Since meeting in the early ’80’s when you worked at the 508, had always felt a warm kinship & ease of conversation not normally found. I’d stop in looking forward to our chats nearly daily on my way home. Missed you when moved from the area, but then started seeing you out & about. Always was the same easy conversations for us.
      That’s what I’ll miss, and hold dear in my heart, our simple talks & warm hugs.
      Good bye for now, until we meet on the other side.
      With much love to my Lady AnnE,
      Pattyk

    24. Brenda Lambert / March 26, 2021 at 1:50 pm

      My dearest friend Ann, I will forever love and miss you. My heart aches that you are gone, My deepest condolences to the family. I am truely blessed and grateful for your friendship. Keep on dancing in Heaven, my Luv! There is no denying, you are Fiesty, Fun and Fabulous!!

    25. Tina Esquinas Dihrkop / March 27, 2021 at 8:19 am

      I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was an amazing lady. Her smile, wit, and loving heart will always be embedded in my heart. Heaven gained an angel who will be sure to liven up the place.

    26. Richard Pieplow / March 27, 2021 at 10:01 am

      Ann became part of the Esquinas family in Columbus and Lancaster, Ohio. Everyone in the Esquinas family had and has only loving memories of the lovely lady who graced our lives with love and happiness. She was always ready for a good joke, even if it was on her. My sincere condolences to her family. Richard Pieplow (husband of Ramona Esquinas Pieplow who passed Oct 26, 2010)

    27. Cecelia Wilson / March 30, 2021 at 10:37 am

      To the MEDLIN FAMILY in their time of grief, I’m truly sorry for your loss.

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