Ann Elizabeth Spracklin B.Med.Sci., M.D., FRCPC
March 29, 1974 to August 22, 2024
Obituary
It is with profound sadness that the family of Dr. Ann Elizabeth Spracklin marks her untimely death on August 22nd, 2024, in Lunenburg County, Nova Scotia, at the age of 50.
Ann was the youngest child of Wayne Fisher Spracklin and Lynn Elizabeth (Brownrigg) Spracklin, and Grandchild of Bertram and Hilda (Clarke) Spracklin and Dr. Garrett and Ena (Winsor) Brownrigg. She was born and grew up in St. John’s Newfoundland, and attended St. Mary’s School, I.J. Sampson, and Bishop’s College.
Ann was an exemplary student, and amongst numerous scholarships, was named the Jubilee Scholar for NL in her last year of High School. After graduation with her Medical degree from Memorial University in 1998 at the age of 24, she relocated to Nova Scotia and began residency training in Diagnostic Radiology, at Dalhousie University, Halifax. She was granted Fellowship in the Royal College of Physicians of Canada in 2003, then moved to Lunenburg County, where she entered radiology practice at South Shore Regional Hospital. During her early career, she was involved in planning and deploying Nova Scotia’s first province-wide network for radiology images (the second of its kind in Canada).
In 2011, Ann was predeceased by her proud and loving father, an avid cross country skier, hiker, sailor, and general outdoorsman who herded us all ( including our dogs) out of doors together on weekends, summer and winter. She was also his eager and much appreciated early morning fishing, hiking and dog- walking buddy in every cove where we dropped anchor, and he was her most avid soccer fan.
Ann is survived by her mother, Lynn, and by her brother, Timothy Wayne Spracklin (Dana Jones) . The joyful, bright eyed , bushy- tailed, eager little girl who never lost her passion for exploring the wonders of the natural world, or her love of animals, especially her dogs, will be forever loved and sorely missed.
Cremation has taken place, and Ann’s ashes will be interred privately alongside her Grandma and Grandpa Brownrigg, to be joined by her Mother when the time comes.
Flowers are gratefully declined, but if you feel so inclined, donations to SHAID (shaidanimalshelter.com) of which Ann was a long time supporter; or Memorial University of Newfoundland or other charity of your choice, will be appreciated.
Dear Judge Spraklin and family,
I was deeply saddened to learn of Ann’s passing. She was a wonderful, kind person and a caring friend. I am so sorry for your loss.
Joy Borgaonkar
Mrs Spracklin and Tim,
I am so sorry to learn of Ann’s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts.
Sarah Baird Whelan and Family
Very sorry to hear of Ann’s tragic passing.. She was brilliant, accepted to med school 2 years earlier than most of us in her class, and excelled nonetheless. She will be remembered for her ever-present smile.
So many patients surely benefitted from her work over the course of her career. Such a loss.
Wishing your family some peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Lynn and Tim,
We are so profoundly sorry to hear of Ann’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this hardest of times.
Lynn,
I can only imagine the loss you are experiencing! I am truly sorry and send my condolences from Nova Scotia to you and your family.. you are thought of kindly and trust you will remember all the wonderful times and moments you shared!
David Power
Dear Lynn, Tim and family,
Very shocked when mum passed on this sad news to me this week. What a terrible thing to happen, I am so sorry for your loss of Ann, who clearly had excelled in many things over the years. Mostly I remember her as a very young child, when I babysat her and Tim years ago, lots of running around in your backyard.
Thinking of you all at this very sad time, Diana
Dear Lynn
We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter. We hope you find comfort in all her wonderful accomplishments and so many happy family times together We are thinking of you
With our deepest sympathy,
Jim & Judy Chisholm
Dear Ann was a coworker and a wonderful human being. We spent some good times together in Bridgewater. I will miss her always.
Mrs. Spracklin & Tim –
I wanted to offer my condolences for Ann’s passing. I’d like to share a story about when we were in school.
Many of my classes between grades 7-12 were with Ann. I distinctly remember my very first impression of her. It was in Miss Willis’ grade 7 social studies class. We had just been integrated into IJ Samson and exposed to these “new” students from St Mary’s. I was from Cowan Heights. This was literally our first class after coming in and finding our assigned seats. I’d just met her. Ann’s seat was at the very back of the room and I was in the next row over, one seat ahead of her. Anyway, Miss Willis started asking questions about some social studies chapter in the textbook. “Does anyone know the answer?” This girl’s voice starts from the back of the room. She answers the first question. Then the second. The next question comes and the voice answers again. I turn my head and look over. Here’s Ann in the back with her head looking straight down at the textbook, raising her right hand up as enthusiastically as she can, responding to miss Willis’ inquiries, flipping pages back and forth running the index finger of her left hand across the text. Reading ahead and figuring it all out. Answering all the questions before the rest of the class even got started. Right from the jump Ann was way out ahead, and the rest of us weren’t even in gear. That’s pretty much how we spent the next six years. At IJ and then Bishops’.
I lost touch with her beyond first year MUN after she went across the road to medical school. But thinking back through those grade school years I feel lucky for her to have been a part of that experience.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Godspeed Ann.
Dear Lynn,
I remember the kind and thoughtful note you sent me when my mother passed. May the kindness of others give you some comfort at this difficult time. I am so sorry for the loss of your very accomplished daughter. You are in my thoughts.
My Dear Lynn, I was so sorry to hear the sad news of Ann’s recent passing…I am thinking of you and Tim at this sad time….my deepest sympathy to you both.
Lynn, I am so saddened by the untimely loss of your daughter. Jeff and I are thinking of you and your son at this time.
Lorna Proudfoot and Jeff Driscoll
Judge Spracklin,
So saddened to hear of your daughter’s passing. You’re in my thoughts and prayers. Take care. Lynn Godden
Lynn
We have not met for many years but I want to say how sorry I am to see your loss of your daughter.. My sympathy and prayers.
Lucy Dobbin
Lynn
Sincere sympathy you on the passing of you beautiful, accomplished daughter. Keep her in your heart and your wonderful memories will bring you comfort. RIP Ann
Mrs. Spracklin and Tim,
My condolences on Ann’s passing. I always remember fondly.
Lynn,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Lynn and Tim,
I was so very sorry and shocked to hear of Ann’s sudden passing. I remember her as a little girl during the sailing years and she was so sweet. My most sincere condolences on your tragic loss. My thoughts are with you both.
Dear Lynn,
I am so sorry to learn of your daughter’s passing. My deepest condolences to you on this tragic loss
So very sorry to hear of your daughter’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Maxine and Harry Elliott
Judge Spracklin,
I was saddened to hear about the passing of your daughter. Please accept my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Thinking of you during this most difficult time.
Cynthia Thor.ne
Dear Lynn,
I am utterly shocked to learn of your daughter’s passing. I cannot imagine the pain of losing a child. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your son, Tim.
With sincerest condolences,
Elisabeth (Lewis) Laverty
Lynn
I am very sorry to hear about your dear daughter’s passing. Thinking of you and Tim at this painful time. My deepest sympathy.
Marilyn Rex
Judge Spracklin,
I am so sorry to read of your daughter’s passing. You are in my prayers.
I am so saddened by this news. Ann and I shared the same birthday, starting life in adjoining rooms at St. Clare’s hospital, then meeting countless times over the years, as friends and competitors in sport and academics, ultimately choosing similar career paths as Radiologists. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss, and the loss to her community and patients. I cannot imagine how difficult this tragedy is for you. I will remember all the fond memories I have of Ann over the years, on the soccer field, in the classroom and at MUN. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Judge Spracklin and family,
So very sorry for your loss. May the many memories you have help you through this difficult time.
Lynn and Tim,
I am so very sorry to have received this news today. I know how proud Wayne was of Ann and his whole family. I can’t imagine the pain you feel but hope that you take some comfort in your memories and the support of friends.
My thoughts and prayers are with you today and in the days to come..
Dear Lynn and Tim and family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your dear daughter and sister.
Lisa Baker
Dear Lynn and Tim, I am so sorry and so sad to hear of Ann’s passing. I send you my love and sincere condolences. You are in my heart.
Lynn and family..:so sorry to read of your daughter’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Theresa
So sorry to learn of your daughter’s passing Joan (Spurrell ) Moulton
Sorry to hear of your daughter’s passing. I was completely unaware of her accomplishments. She had a very fulfilling life. Sincere condolences to you and Tim.
I was so sorry to hear about Anne’s passing. I’ll always fondly remember the hours of my childhood spent in the Spacklin family kitchen with Anne and the entire kind and generous Spracklin family.
Thinking of you. Much love.
Lynn and Timothy
We were shocked to hear of Ann’s sudden passing. Deepest condolences to you both. Like her father, Wayne, she did have a tremendous sense of adventure. May you find comfort with your shared memories.
Lynn and Timothy
We were shocked to hear of Ann’s passing. Deepest condolences to you both. Like her father, Wayne, she did have a tremendous sense of adventure. May you find comfort with your shared memories.
Dear Lynn, and family, I am sorry for your loss. I trust that you will find comfort in your memories and in the support of your friends .
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Heneghan , Ottawa
Judge Spracklin, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you.
Lynn and Timothy,
I am so saddened to hear of your great loss. I didn’t know Ann personally but having parents like Lynn and Wayne tells me she had to be a special person. Thinking of you at this time.
Rosemary Ryan, St. John’s
To the Spracklin family, I am so sorry and shocked to here of Ann’s passing.. Please accept my condolences. Andrew Elliott.
Lynn, we were unaware of your loss until we saw Ann’s obituary today. Please accept our sincere condolences. Gillian and Dave
Dear Lynn;
We were very saddened to learn of your daughter’s passing.
Through this very difficult time, we are thinking of you.
Please accept our sincere condolences to you and family.
As a medical school classmate Ann was kind, smart, and always welcoming with her friendly smile which the beautiful photo has reminded me of. My sincere condolences to her family.
To Lynn, Tim and family. We are so sorry to hear of Ann’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences. Regards,
Keith and Petra Noel and family.
Lynn and Family Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of your daughter.
So sorry for your loss Lynn and Timothy. We always remember dropping my Mom off there to take care of Timothy and Ann,. Bill Dillon Jr. and Sandy.
I truly can’t find the words to express how sad I was to read of Ann’s passing, such an unexpected shock . It has been quite a few years since I’ve seen her, but I remember her well . My sincere and deepest condolences to you Tim and your mom. Sending hugs and prayers and lots of love ❤️
Lynn I am so sorry to hear of Ann’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Tim.
Mrs Spracklin & Timothy, on behave off the Dillon family we send our sincere condolences. We are sorry to hear off Ann’s unfortunate passing.
We have fond memories of Ann &Timothy back many years a go when our Mom, Mrs Dillon (Dilly as Ann & Timothy affectionately called her) had the great pleasure of Babysitting them. We know Dilly had just a small influence on their lives and how proud our Mom was to be part of your family.
We offer our thoughts and prayers at this time and hope the many great memories of Ann bring you comfort during this trying. Time..
It is also nice to see that Ann had a big influence on other peoples lives during her professional career.
GodSpeed
Linda & Chris Blundon
Goulds
Deepest condolences to the family, rest in peace Ann.
I am so terribly shocked to hear this news.
Ann was a valued academic colleague and friend through my school years. We met in grade 7.
As I write this, I can absolutely picture her handwriting… always so immaculate, a worthy manifestation of her brilliant mind. She and I kept each other on our toes.
I always admired her so much and was in awe of her abilities and her kindness.
Deepest condolences to her family.
Dear Lynn: We are so sorry to read of your terrible loss. Please know you have our sincere sympathy, and that we are thinking of you during your time of grief.