DAVID, Anneliese C. (Rischke) Of Needham, June 10, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Lothar J. David. Loving mother of Sabine K. DeVoe and her husband Dale of Fort Collins, CO, and North Eastham, and the late Freia David. Grandmother of Tucker DeVoe of Dorchester and Ava DeVoe of Austin, TX. Loving aunt to nieces and nephews.
Anneliese immigrated to the United States from Germany in 1957 with her husband, Lothar, and her infant daughter, Sabine. After a few years renting in Waltham, they settled into their first home in Needham in 1961. They remained in Needham for the rest of their lives.
Anneliese loved her home, her neighbors, and her community. She was always the first to offer a kind word, a big smile, and a piece of German “kuchen” (cake) freshly baked.
When her second daughter, Freia, was born with Down Syndrome in 1963 she became a lifelong advocate for people with intellectual disabilities. Lothar and Anneliese were very involved with the Charles River Center, which became such an important support for Freia and the family, through programs offered, housing, and information.
We will miss you Mom! Your strength, your determination, your quick smile, and your loving heart. Rest In Peace.
A memorial service will be held at the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 1305 Highland Ave., Needham on Monday, July 11 at 11:00am. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Interment private.
In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made to the Charles River Center, 59 E Militia Heights Dr, Needham, MA 02492 in memory of Freia David.