After a brief illness, Anola Freer Lynam of Poughquag died peacefully at home on November 24, 2011. Ann was 97.

Anola Freer Lynam was born on June 21, 1914 in Mettacahonts, NY. Anola married Ralph Lynam of Napanoch on October 23, 1932. Ralph predeceased Ann in April of 1979. They had two sons, Charles who resided in LaBelle until his death on Feb. 7, 1991. Ann is survived by her son, John and his wife, Nancy, of Lagrangeville, NY; granddaughters Norma Turner and Linda Lewis of Florida; four great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. Ann was also predeceased by her siblings, Mildred Munro, Helen Gray and Maurice Freer and her niece, Joan Munro Ortele. She is also survived four nephews, Donald and Robert Munro and Jim and Tom Gray.

Ann was a member of the Poughquag Methodist Church of which she has been a great supporter. In addition, she also consistently supported the Beekman Rescue Squad. Ann has been an active and long-time member of the Tymor seniors. Several years ago, Ann was the honored recipient of Dutchess County Senior Citizen of the Year. Her generosity to others won her that very special award. For years, Ann has made hand crafts which she would sell...giving the profits to various charitable organizations such as The United Way, The Astor Home for Children, The Salvation Army, Holiday Helping Hands, The Food Bank of the Hudson Valley and others. In addition, she found great joy in making small quilts for residents of nursing homes who were confined to wheel chairs. One of her greatest joys was to give to others. For many years, she was an avid gardener, growing flowers that she always shared with others.

Calling hours will be held at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc., 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction on Sunday from 2 – 5 p.m. A church service will take place on Monday at 10 am at the Poughquag United Methodist Church, 21 Church Street, Poughquag. Interment will follow the church service at the Fantinekill Cemetery, Ellenville, NY.

At Ann's request and in lieu of flowers, contributions to the Poughquag United Methodist Church and/or the Beekman Volunteer Rescue Squad, PO Box 568, Poughquag, NY 12570 would be an honor to her memory.

For driving directions, memorial donations, or online condolences, please visit www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.