Anne Shoaf Loeblein

Anne Shoaf Loeblein transitioned to her heavenly home on November 2, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She was born Anne Carolyn Shoaf on December 27, 1930, to Grace Rowe and Thomas Milton Shoaf of Salisbury, North Carolina. Anne is survived by her husband of 61 years, Robert Loeblein; her sister Elizabeth Shoaf Withers; her children, Carolyn (Tim) Byrd, Jim (Carol) Loeblein and Tom (Leigh Ann) Loeblein; her granddaughters, Kirsten, Mindi, Stacey, Laurel and Joy; and her great grandchildren, Scott, Ben, Wes, Oscar, Maribelle, Lylah, Sebastian and Maya. In addition to her parents, Anne was preceded in death by her sister Jean Shoaf Holshouser and brother Thomas Milton Shoaf, Jr. Anne married George Wesley Withers on December 23, 1952. Wesley was killed in an Army plane crash in 1954, before the birth of their daughter Carolyn. Anne married Robert True Loeblein on June 12, 1960 and a few years later welcomed twin sons Tom and Jim to their family. A lifelong member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Anne was baptized in her home by Pastor Stirewalt. She served as president of the Women of the Church, as well as numerous church councils, and worked on the personnel committee. She enjoyed serving in various capacities during chapel services at St. John’s, and had regularly attended the Brooks Sunday School class. Anne was very active in the community. She served on the PTA when her children were young, and drove the school bus for a few years during that time. Anne was active in the Junior Women’s Club. She enjoyed golfing and won numerous local golf championships. Anne worked as personnel manager at Pauline Knitting. Anne’s love flowed to others through ingredients of laughter, casseroles, sweet treats, family gatherings, and friendships. Anne planned and hosted many family reunions over the years, bringing together family and fellowship with laughter and food. She was well known for her cakes, pies and amazing Christmas goodie trays that she shared with so many. She made things just a little better for others by using her gifts of baking and cooking. Anne’s family would like to thank the incredible staff at Trinity Oaks for the loving and compassionate care that Anne received. Arrangements: Memorial service will be held Thursday, November 11 at 11:00 a.m. in the Faith Center at St. John’s Lutheran Church, officiated by the Rev. Dr. Rhodes Woolly. Visitation will follow in Peeler Hall. Burial will be held Wednesday, November 10, at 9:00 a.m. at the National Cemetery, located at VAMC. Memorials may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church, 200 W. Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144. Summersett Funeral Home is serving the Loeblein family, Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com.

Anne Shoaf Loeblein

December 27, 1930 - November 2, 2021