Ann Harrigan Raymont

Ann Harrigan Raymont

Ann Raymont’s story began on 7 November 1955, in Buffalo, New York, when she was born the 2nd of five children of William Harrigan and Lois (Hammond) Harrigan. She graduated from Mount St. Joseph Academy in 1973 and moved to Indiana, earning an A.B. in History from Indiana University in 1976. That same year, on August 7, she married Charles Raymont in Buffalo, NY.

On 6 October 2025, Ann Raymont of Carmel, Indiana died at age 69 in Indianapolis. Her final chapter was written after a life rich with family, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for uncovering the stories of the past.

While her professional career spanned 30 years in Information Technology at Indiana Bell, her true calling was genealogy. Ann was a meticulous researcher who earned the distinguished credential of Certified Genealogist®. She found joy in dusty archives, the whir of a microfilm reader, and the thrill of connecting branches of a family tree.

Her interests were a vibrant tapestry of reading, writing, travel, and spirited games of bridge. She proudly embraced her "nerdish pastimes" and cherished time with her family above all else. Ann’s closest friends, family, and colleagues were enthralled by her clever wit and humor.

Ann’s legacy continues through her descendants: her children, Dan Raymont (Colleen Moore), Jonathan "Max" Raymont (Megan Camp), and Rebecca Raymont; her grandchildren, Carter, Lola, Staci, Olivia, and Sam Raymont; and step-grandchildren, Trent and Donovan Barbosa. She is also survived by her siblings, Brian Harrigan (Theresa Neilson), Margaret Harrigan (Richard Ross), and Sheila Harrigan (Andy Axler).

She was predeceased by her beloved grandson, Eli Raymont (d. 2006); her sister, Alice Harrigan (d. 2024); and her former husband, Charles Raymont (d. 2021).

Arrangements for a memorial service have not been decided on. Ann asked that you remember her fondly the next time you do something you had in common, whether watching a favorite show, cranking a microfilm reader, or indulging in a doughnut.

In lieu of flowers, she asked that you consider a donation to a cause she supported: the ACLU, Common Cause Education Fund, ThyCa: Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Association, or NPR/WFYI.

Sé an grá a mhaireann sa deireadh. (Those you loved is what matters in the end.)