Rev. Dr. Ann T. Searing

April 10, 1940 - October 12, 2025

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Obituary for Rev. Dr. Ann T. Searing

Rev. Dr. Ann T. Searing passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025 at the age of 85.

Ann began her life in Brooklyn, NY in April of 1940. From a very young age she had a strong faith and felt a calling to be a nun. At age 18 she entered the Daughters of Wisdom Community and flourished. As a sister she loved the times of silence and meditation. She taught children of all ages for many years. She attended Andover Newton Theological School, working mainly with adults exploring issues of faith and service. This is where she met Jeff Johnson, the man who would become her husband of almost 50 years. After Ann left the convent, she received her Masters in Theology and her Doctorate in Ministry. She continued to be active in the Catholic and Protestant churches, and was called as a co-pastor with Jeff at the Congregational Church in Athol, MA for 14 years. Her work continued when the family moved to Milton MA in 1993 and Ann started the Sacred Circle of Silence where she led retreats and meditation. She has been a spiritual leader and counselor to many. Her career culminated with her ordination as a Roman Catholic Woman Priest in 2015.

Ann is survived by her husband, Jeff Johnson, her daughter Beth (Johnson) Milkovits and son-in-law Marty, her daughter Lynne (Johnson) Pike and son-in-law Bob and their children (her beloved grandchildren) Tyler, Desmond and Helena. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Harriette, her brother John and sister-in-law Cathy.

Visiting Hours Friday, October 17th, 2025, in the Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, 4pm-7pm. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, October 18th, 2025, at the First Congregational Church, 495 Canton Avenue, Milton, MA. Interment Private.

In lieu of flowers donations in Ann's Memory may be sent to Make a Donation | Roman Catholic Women Priests, RCWP-USA, P.O. Box 3, Uwchland, PA 19480.

Ann was a bright light in the world and she will be dearly missed.

Services

17 Oct

Visiting Hours

04:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Dolan Funeral Homes and Cremation Services - EAST MILTON SQUARE 460 Granite Avenue Milton, MA 02186 Get Directions Β»
18 Oct

Funeral Service

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

First Congregational Church of Milton 495 Canton Avenue Milton, MA 02186 Get Directions Β»
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  • October 18, 2025

    DANIEL SEARING

    I loved aunt Ann I remember her love for all of us

  • October 18, 2025

    Jarred Gates

    Many thoughts and love being sent from your Nova Scotia family! We have so many great memories of your summer visits. Ann's sweetness and kindness will always be remembered. Much love and condolences, From little Cousin Jarred (wife Sara and daughter Maddy) with love from his mother Ann Gates as well.

  • October 15, 2025

    Karen

    Jeff, Beth & Lynne May all the Love you shared help to heal the sadness in your Hearts. Ann made the World a better place, she spread Love Joy and kindness. I will miss her smile and will always cherish the meaningful talks we shared about Love and Life You will forever shine on AnnπŸ’–βœ¨οΈ Karen Prichard

  • October 14, 2025

    Joel And Judy Bullard

    Jeff and family, we were saddened to hear of Ann's passing. What a full and wonderful life she led of service and love. Truly a very special individual who will be missed by so many. May the memories of her life fill the emptiness in your hearts. Joel and Judy Bullard

  • October 14, 2025

    Barbara Milkovits

    She was a very special woman, joyful and loving. I'm so happy to have known her and loved her too! Our families are forever linked with Marty and Beth and I loved that Ann called me her sister. Missing my sweet "sister". Barb Milkovits