Ann Ehrlich

January 18, 1943 - April 4, 2021

CATSKILL - Ann Ehrlich, 78, of Catskill, daughter of the late William and Rita (McGrath) Meagher, passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer, on Sunday, April 4, 2021, at Hospice Inn at St. Peter's in Albany. She was born and raised in Queens and was the wife of the late Walter O. Ehrlich. She and Walter raised their children in Astoria, Queens. After retiring from New York City's Board of Education food services department, Ann moved to Catskill, where she enjoyed dedicating her time to her many talents. These included working in her vegetable garden, canning, cooking and her wonderful baking. It was her delight to share her outstanding treats and recipes with friends and family. Her baking specialties were Lace Cookies, Linzer Tarts and Buckeyes. Annie will be sorely missed by all her family for her many talents and her teachings. Her loving and generous heart was always there for all of her family she held so dear. Survivors include her daughter, Patricia Ehrlich McKenna of Hudson; two sons, Steven W. Ehrlich of Catskill and Walter Ehrlich of Delaware, Ohio; a granddaughter, Rebecca N. Bulich of Hudson; and her adored great-grandson, Roland (The Monster); a brother, John Meagher and his wife Genevieve, of Kingsley, Penn.; she is also survived by her god-daughter, Katherine (Kratina) Osterweil of New Paltz, who lived with Annie for a number of years; along with many nieces and nephews; also a brother-in-law, Arthur Perina of Catskill. In her addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her daughter, Carol Ann Ehrlich; three sisters, Rita Kratina, Dorothy Perina and Marie Keane. In keeping with Ann's wishes, there will be no services. A private remembrance will be held by her family at a time to be determined. A private cremation was arranged by Bates & Anderson Funeral Services of Hudson. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Peter's Hospice Inn, 315 South Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208. Rest in peace, Annie, as you stay in our hearts. Watch over us and send us your strength, determination and perseverance you are so admired for.