Ann Bloom, 76, of Plymouth, Ind., passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 2, in her home surrounded by family.

Ann was born on Nov. 7, 1937, in Plymouth, to Paul P. and Clara E. ‘Betty’ (Surma) Stockinger.

Ann’s greatest joy was being a wife, mother and grandmother. She will be fondly remembered by all who loved her.

Ann is survived by her daughter: Shari (Thomas) Nowicki, Plymouth; her son: Gale (Chris) Bloom, South Bend, Ind.; three grandchildren: Daniel, Jia and Lauren.

She was preceded in passing by her husband: Terry R. Bloom; and her daughter: Kelly Bloom.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 4, at Van Gilder Funeral Home located at 300 West Madison Street, Plymouth. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 4, at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be given to: The Immanuel Lutheran Church, 6835 Union, Rd., Plymouth, IN 46563 or The Center for Hospice Care, 112 S. Center Street, Plymouth, IN 46563