WILMINGTON — Anne (Warwick) Van Nordheim died peacefully in her home on February 21, 2022. Anne was born on August 9, 1929, in Lumberton, NC to the late Charles A. & Mozelle Warwick. She was one of eight siblings. Anne was preceded in death by her late husband, Edward, brother Charles Warwick, Jr. and sisters Louise Bryan, Alice Edwards, and Nancy Owens.
A few months after graduating from Lumberton High School, Anne boarded a train to Hastings, NE where she married her late husband of 67 years. Anne worked in a state hospital in Hastings until the birth of their first child. She became a homemaker and moved several times during Ed’s career. They lived in McCook, NE, Kansas City, MO, Topeka, KS and Mexico City, Mexico. In 1974 Ed retired and they settled in Wilmington.
While raising their three children, Anne also developed several interests which included sewing, reading, shopping, and playing golf.
Anne was a woman of strong faith. She was a faithful member of Cape Fear Presbyterian Church, where she served as deacon, circle chairman, and on several committees. Anne took great joy shopping, wrapping, and delivering food and gifts to church sponsored families during Christmas.
One of Anne’s greatest treasures were her grandchildren. They were her pride and joy. She took a lot of pleasure in spoiling them.
Anne is survived by her children Sharon Van Nordheim (Alberto), John Van Nordheim (Lydia) of San Antonio, TX, Melanie Austin (Shawn) of Wilmington, grandchildren Diego Lopez, Benjamin Lopez, Jessica Lopez, Paola Araux, Christian Van Nordheim, John Van Nordheim, Jr., Lucas Austin, Allie Austin, 13 great grandchildren, sister Margaret Stanley, brothers George Warwick, Bill Warwick, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held 11:00 am Friday, February 25, 2022 at Cape Fear Presbyterian Church with Rev. Jonathan C. Watson officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 am at the church. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
The family would like to thank Lower Cape Fear Life Care for their dedication, compassion, and care during her illness. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Cape Fear Presbyterian Church, 2606 Newkirk Ave., Wilmington, NC 28412, or Lower Cape Fear Life Care, 1406 Physicians Dr., Wilmington, NC 28412.
Condolences may be shared with the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
