The death of Marie Anna Josephine “Ann” Beechin of Smiths Creek, NB occurred unexpectedly at her home on April 6, 2008. She was born in Saint John in 1947, the daughter of the late William and May (Savoie) Daigle. Ann is survived by her life long friend and husband Ken Beechin, daughters; Sherry MacKey (Darrell) and Anita Goguen (Garnett) both of Saint John, grandchildren David Goguen (Angela), Megan Goguen (Scott), Josh Collins and Dillon Beechin, all of Saint John, great grandson Benjamin Goguen, brothers Joseph Daigle and Ivan Savoie both of Quispamsis and several nieces and nephews. Ann loved music, to fish and the camp. Her children, grandchildren and great grandson were the joys of her life. She will be sadly missed by her many close friends and family. Ann was predeceased by her brother Billy Daigle. The family will receive visitors at the Sussex Select Community Funeral Home, 21 Aiton Road Sussex (506-433-2133) on Monday 7-9PM, Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9PM. The funeral service conducted by Reverend James G. Fudge will be held at the funeral home chapel on Wednesday April 9, 2008 at 11:00AM. Interment will be at the Berwick Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Society would be appreciated.