Obituary
Anne Kane Muirhead
Anne Kane Muirhead, 67, of Genoa, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2020 at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse. She was born on December 18, 1952 to Albert and Annabelle Zabolio.
Anne worked for IBM before owning the Genoa Hotel and was a ground instructor and commercial pilot. She was a commissioner for Vernon County on the Mississippi River parkway commission. Anne was also a member of the LaCrosse shamrock club and a member of the Phoenix area pilots association, the 99’s.
She is survived by her daughters, Louise Anne Olvera, Kathleen Claudia Olvera of Mexico; brother, John Zabolio, of Las Vegas; and sister, Mary Donovan of Lawrence, Kansas.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Annabelle Zabolio, of Genoa; siblings, Julie and Mark Zabolio; and husband, James Muirhead.
The family would like to thank the staff at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse for their compassionate care.
In lieu of flowers memorials to St. Charles Parish in Genoa, WI are preferred.
Coulee Region Cremation Group is assisting the family.
Rest in peace Anne. Thanks for keeping in touch with me throughout the years. I am so glad I met you and the rest of ‘the gang’ at St. Clara.
Mary, thank you for reaching out to us in the last few days. Blessings to you.
Shawn I miss Anne already; am used to talking to her everyday.
I will see you ; please you are not going to just drop out of the Zabolio girls’ life. I am driving back and forth to Genoa from Lawrence Kansas several times this summer and will connect on one of those back and forth trips.
Who could believe ????????
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I had the privilege of working with Anne as the Trempealeau County Commissioner, WI Mississippi River Parkway Commission. She was a wonderful woman, with a gentle and loving soul
I will always remember Anne as a quiet leader With a beautiful laugh, a steady head and loving heart, a woman who loved family and friends, who made good efforts to stay connected with people she cared about, a good listener, a compassionate woman, a sweet friend starting in my life at a very pivotal time in my growing up years- reconnecting as if time stood still.
I am very grateful and blest indeed to have known this other Anne (with an e) . A Mound girl supreme.
I became friends with Anne when I rented her extra bedroom at Quail Run in Los Colinas, TX provided she used my rent money to continue her flying lessons. I never expected her to marry her instructor however, she loved to fly. She was like a sister to me. Yes a quiet leader who always thought of others & was always active in the communities where she lived! She was always studying to better herself even after retirement! Rest In Peace Sweet Anne.
Ann without the e; beautiful sentiments about Anne.
Dear Mary, John and Ann’s children,
I am so sorry to hear this news. I’m glad I got to visit Ann in Phoenix a couple years ago but was wondering recently why I hadn’t seen any posts from Ann.
I loved her posts about Wisconsin history. She was a very special lady.
I will miss my cousin Anne very much. Having been a pilot, may she travel the heavenly heights in her new life. Rest in peace, Anne.
My sympathy to Anne’s family. Always so sweet and welcoming to my mom. Anne had a gracious way of bringing people together.
I went to grade school with Anne and reconnected with her after she moved back to Genoa. A very energetic woman! Condolences to her family and friends.
My sincere sympathy, Mary. They say , a cousin is a friend for life! RIP.
To Anne’s family, I send my deepest sympathy. We met on Facebook, having ancestors in common (my Gianoli and her Zaboglio). I am so sorry to learn of her passing. May she rest in peace.
Just got the news. This breaks my heart. Anne was just so full of life, fun and energy. Last time I saw her, she did a history tour for a bunch of us in Genoa. R.I.P. dear friend.
So sorry for your loss. I am happy I was able to meet and hang out with Anne. A sweet person
My deepest sympathy, Anne was such a great person. She always checked in on my mom whenever she was back in Genoa. Just lately we were able to catch a lunch or chat. She will be missed! Go in peace Anne! In my thoughts and prayers, Joan Ghelf Kennedy
So sorry to lose this dear, funny and special friend. Blues skies and tailwinds fellow aviatrix. I will miss you. I know you and James are soaring high.
Anne was one of the most kindhearted, spirited individuals I knew. I just adored her. I’m so glad she can squeeze James again, at the Genoa Motel in the sky. She’s definitely a guardian angel to all of us now.
Blessings on Anne’s remaining family and those “on the other side” with her…Condolences, peace, and all good!
Diane Withers
I was so sad to hear the news of Anne’s death. Condolences to all her family and friends. I will miss our connections and visits. Until we meet again…
Dear Zabolio Family, I knew Anne from St Clara Academy and her wonderful sister. I have nothing but wonderful memories of how she was the first young woman leader I knew. How she loved her family and Genoa. All my love and prayers to you.
My deepest condolences to Anne’s family and friends. My sister Maribeth and I were just talking about Anne, how kind she was – especially to our mother who enjoyed her company so much. She will not be forgotten!
On behalf of WI Mississippi River Parkway Commission, I extend our sympathy to all of Anne’s family and friends. She was a terrific Commission member and friend. Anne served on the Commission twice and was such a strong advocate for education. She was passionate about the WI Great River Road National Scenic Byway and informing about the many wonderful treasures. Anne also was a community leader and helped us launch the “70 Mile Garage Sale – Rummage Along the River”. Anne will be so missed by all who knew her and connected with her in any way. Very sad. Sherry Quamme, Chairperson – WIMRPC, Ferryville, WI.
Anne loved the river and was glad to be a part of the Wisconsin Mississippi River Parkway Commission. I will definitely take note of that in the eulogy I am giving Tuesday.
Just learned that Anne died. What a shock. Was planning on seeing her this Sept. We had lots of fun sliding and playing board games when we were kids. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
I offer my deepest sympathy to Anne’s family. She was a dear friend, so very kind and gentle. I knew her as a member of the Dallas Chapter of the Ninety-Nines. She worked diligently to get our Chapter started with presenting STEM Seminars for Girl Scouts. Thanks to her successful efforts, we went on to present the seminars for 10 more years, teaching the girls about aviation, and planting the seeds for their future careers.
We stayed in touch after Anne and James moved to Arizona, and then her move back to Genoa.
I will miss Anne very much.