Annette Carol Grunwald Obituary (1967 - 2023)

It is with a light heart that we reflect on the life of Annette Carol Grunwald, known affectionately to her friends as "Nette". Born in Jacksonville, Florida, on December 1, 1967, Annette was a force of nature who brought laughter and a certain sparkle everywhere she went. She took her leave from us on November 10, 2023, but her spirit continues to light up our lives. Annette was an unforgettable character, a loyal friend, a generous soul, and a funny woman with a talent for making people smile. Annette lived in Jacksonville, Arkansas, and was a proud member of the telemarketing community in the publishing industry. Her colleagues recognized her talent and her generosity, awarding her numerous accolades over her career. But the highlight of her day was not the awards or the accolades, but the joy she took in connecting with people and brightening their day. As Mark Twain once said, "The best way to cheer yourself up is to try to cheer somebody else up," and Annette lived by this ethos every day. Outside of work, Annette was a staunch supporter of Seattle Seahawks and Razorback football, and she could lip sync Bon Jovi like no one else. She loved floating the river, attending concerts, and spending time with her friends. But what mattered most to Annette were her granddaughters, Kali Culpepper and Delta Fields. She is survived by them, her mother: Patricia Martin, Sister: Katherine Keshishian, Brother: Ronald Martin Jr., Niece: Heather Turrentine, and Nephew: Ronald T. Martin III, also her life long friend Clint Northcutt. She will be fondly remembered as a woman who brought joy into all of their lives. Annette was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Sr., and her beloved daughter, Rivers Grunwald. As we reflect on Annette's life, let's remember her as she was - funny, generous, loyal, and talented. In the words of Dr. Seuss, "Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened." Annette would want us to smile, to laugh, and to remember the good times. We invite you to share your memories, photos, and stories about Annette on her memorial page. Let's keep her spirit alive and celebrate the incredible woman she was. We've gotta hold on to what we've got It doesn't make a difference if we make it or not We've got each other and that's a lot for love We'll give it a shot - Bon Jovi A Red Cup Celebration will be held at the Rosewood Event Center ( 438 Hwy 64 East Conway) Wednesday, November 29, 2023 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm . Come and help us celebrate Annette's life.