Lakeville, NY/San Francisco, CA: Ann passed peacefully at her home on April 9, 2020 at age 75. She was born on August 22, 1944 in Bath, NY to the late James and Katherine (Pickard) Meagher. Survived by her husband Mark E. Nickerson of Lakeville, her brother James C. Meagher of New York, NY and her aunt Marty Meagher of Darien, CT. She is also survived by the extended family of beloved cousins, many dear friends, and her much loved dog Max.
Ann’s family lived in Avon, NY for several years and then moved to Penfield, NY where she graduated in 1962. She received her BA in history from the University of Buffalo, and her Masters in Library Science from Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL.
Ann started out teaching and then did some traveling across Europe with an adventure travel company. Due to enjoying traveling so much she started working in the travel industry. She later became Vice President of Mana, Allison and Associates, a destination management company located in San Francisco, CA. After marrying her husband she decided to retire in 2006 and then moved to the Livonia area which was a big part of their early years.
They bought a home in Lakeville and she continued to travel with her husband and her good friends. Ann loved reading and stayed active in showing friends around when they came to visit, by joining two book clubs, boating on Conesus Lake and Yoga at Sweetbriar in Geneseo, NY. She loved going to the movies and to Rochester with her cousin and friends where they would attend the various theaters, plays and such.
A Celebration of Life Gathering for family and friends will be held in the future. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the ASPCA, PO Box 96920, Washington, DC 20090 or Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Extremely level-headed and fair with a great sense of humor and appreciation for all things fun and different, Ann managed a very large and very diverse group of travel guides in the Bay Area, which, I might add, was no small feat!! I remember so many instances during work which could have turned into chaos and disaster but were handled with inventiveness, efficiency and grace by Ann. She’s one of the few of us that maintained her sense of adventure while working in the corporate world and truly was accepting and appreciative of so, so many different personalities. A true example of balance. I’m so sad to no longer see her but her spirit remains in all of us. Love to Mark and James and all her family.
I realized on the 50th anniversary of Earth Day last month, that it will be 50 years in December that I first met Sue, Kathy and Ann- Aka- “the Rowlettes.” It was the start of a lifelong friendship. I am so sorry she gone Mark. Every Earth Day from now on, I will think of Ann and her kindness.
Ann was a wonderful and kind person who will be very missed by the family. Her spirit of adventure, thoughtfulness, and clever wit will live on in our family for generations to come. We all love you and know you are in a better place.
My first cousin Anna Banana Medley Meagher was like a sister. We shared a long life together beginning as crib mates in Cohocton, New York until we both returned to Livingston County in Western New York State. Her father James Meagher and my mother Margaret Meagher were brother and sister, two of the six Meagher siblings of Livonia, New York. I always followed Anna: she went to Europe, I went to Europe, she went to Asia, I went to Asia, she went to Africa, I went to Africa. Our travels together were hilarious, eye opening, often times dangerous but we learned, grew and made many memories which we shared with our friends and family. Tears fall as I remember our times and trials together. I will miss her forever and more, sweet and loyal cousin Anna.
oh Mr. Nickerson I did not realize Ann had passed – I thought of her as Mrs. Nickerson – I will miss seeing her and talking with her – she was a gentle soul but always stood her ground. I am truly blessed to have had her in my life. Bless you Mr. Nickerson.
My heart is heavy. I first met Ann when I was a Freshman in college. Our friendship was long and deep. I have so many memories. I remember visiting her in Germany when I was on my way to do research in Kenya in 1972 I think. She and Kathy and Merle then visited me 6 months later and stayed at our little house Diani Beach. What adventures we had. These continued over the years with visits to San Francisco, Portland and New. York. She has been a big part of my life -helping me get through college, celebrating with me and giving me solace when it was needed. I am thankful for all of the years we shared.
Mark, I’m so sorry about Ann. I enjoyed getting to know her and you also, when our book club met in your home. Her smiling presence will be missed.
When I started tour guiding everyone asked if I had met Ann. When I finally met her through Mana Allison Associates and started working on her programs, I knew why everyone respected and loved her. She was smart, talented, caring and as others have mentioned, a great mentor. RIP, Ann.
So very sad to hear of Ann’s passing. What a rare and lovely person – and deep! She was one of my heroes – she first hired me as a local tour guide in SF, and mentored me as an account manager at Mana Allison. I learned so much from her and feel that my high standards of conduct were rooted to the respect she with which she treated us all in the guide community. I will always remember her pert smile.
My condolences to her family, who must be devastated. I can’t believe she’s gone. I am grateful that life was enriched by her.
Mark,
So sorry for your loss. Always enjoyed seeing Ann and you at our class functions and other gathers. I remember her well from the days/nights at Long Point.
Gus
I remember Ann from the work we shared – her position never lead her to make me feel less than equal .
Loved her presence at professional meetings in the San Francisco Tourism Industry and her postings on Facebook .
I have not quite recovered from the shock that she has passed .
She is missed .
Ann was a mentor and a good woman who had humility and integrity that was inviting and supportive. She was quiet but powerful and never made herself more important than the task at hand. Her gentle spirit was deeply felt.
Everyone loved Ann! I worked with her as a guide for Mana Allison. We were sad to see her go when she moved back East but happy for her. She was kind and so much fun. I am glad she had those 14 years of marriage. travel and happiness. She was way too young to go especially with all her energy. Susan Smith
beloved wife will be missed !!
How sad. Ann will be greatly missed. She brightened every day.
Ann was a very fun person—enjoyed many lunches and dinners together. She traveled the world and had friends far and wide. She had great style and polish and she adored her dog Max. We will miss her. Friends forever, Rosemary & Kevin