Jean Ann Acton
Obituaries
The Daily Sentinel page 10B - March 5, 2023
Jean Ann Acton passed
away peacefully after a
brief illness on February
5, 2023. She was born
September 27, 1932. In
1987, she moved from the
Midwest to Grand Junction
and for the following 36 years, Jean Ann was a client of
Mesa Developmental Services (now Strive).
For over 20 years, one of her joys was reading stories
to the children at We Kare A Lot Preschool. Jean
Ann loved to do creative projects; she had a special
place in her heart for animals, especially dogs. Her
developmental disabilities caused her to constantly
make adaptations in her daily living. However, Jean
Ann’s indomitable spirit helped her contend with the
Lessening ability to conduct her life as independently
as she wanted. She will always be remembered for her
smile and the way she found good in each day.
She is survived by her loving sister of 90 years, Barbara
Storter. Family members who have been important
in her life are nephews, Steven Storter (Marie) and
David Storter (Melanie); nieces, Kathy Prinster (Nick)
and Christine Bloss (Tom). Her eight great nieces and
nephews will remember Jean Ann always being a part
of their lives.
A celebration of her life will take place on Saturday,
March 11, 1:00-2:30, at the Redlands Community
Center. Remembrance donations may be made to
the Humane Society or attendees may bring a new
children’s book which will be given in ner honor to We
Kare A Lot Preschool.
