Obituary of Anne Margaret Hutchinson

Annie came into this world swiftly and loudly. She opted for a quieter and more peaceful exit, but nothing drawn out because just as she lived her life, once Annie made a decision she never second guessed herself. Words alone cannot summarize or capture the essence of Annie. To know her was to instantly love her. Annie was slow to warm up to new people, but anyone who took the time to earn her trust was rewarded with her gloriously magical spirit. She could be absorbed in a task but if you happened to catch her eye she would give you a heart-melting quiet smile that always felt like such a gift. Annie was a beacon and a magnet at school and hospital – two places where she spent nearly all her time outside of home. People were drawn to her energy. Annie was a devoted little sister whose big brother Leo could always help her find comfort when she was sad. She loved making and getting gifts for him during their prolonged times apart while she was in hospital and the two would always loan the other a cherished stuffie to borrow if they were upset (emphasis on borrow). They spent hours together making up dances that they made mom and dad judge, setting up restaurants, jumping off the couch or into the pool, and building forts. Endlessly creative, Annie loved making YouTube-style videos for her faux Anne Fans channel, showing her “audience” glimpses into her daily life. She was a budding musician who could have one day rivaled Taylor Swift’s lyricism, creating off-the-cuff songs during recording sessions with Music Therapy at the hospital. She loved colouring and crafting, and if you ever got to meet her you likely have some piece of her artwork she gave you because she filled her own bucket by showering others with her homemade creations. Annie’s energy was contagious; she could get you to play or sing or watch something with her, often through sheer repetitive asks and stubborn will. She was Dad’s little adrenaline junkie, always up for something fast. Whether she was water tubing on Lake Rosseau in Muskoka or riding the fastest water slide she could at Great Wolf Lodge, the look of pure delight on her face gave glimpses into what kind of activities she might one day have attempted as she got older. She loved Disney princesses – Jasmine was her favourite, and she could school anyone on princess trivia. She loved Huntrix from K-Pop Demon Hunters and very firmly did not like Saja Boys. She would teach anyone who incorrectly identified a unicorn the differences between a unicorn, an alicorn, and a Pegasus. Annie loved randomly quoting movie lines seemingly out of nowhere and she loved telling jokes she made up. They never made sense yet somehow were always hilarious. Her laughter was a balm. Much to her mother’s delight and her father’s chagrin, Annie was a seasoned potty mouth who threw out many an f-bomb when her pain or fear were high. (Or when she was driving with Mom.) She loved baking with mom and showing that she could crack eggs better. She loved impromptu dance breaks that included a combination bum shaking and ballet twirls. She loved jumping on Dad like he was a jungle gym. She loved being tickled and escaping from Mom Jail. She loved writing love notes and leaving them around the house for their intended recipient. She loved arm tickles and morning snuggles as she slowly woke up and she loved selecting jewellery to complete her outfit of the day. Annie treasured her friendships and was always finding ways to stay connected when she couldn’t attend school. Her smile and laugh were biggest when she was running around the playground. Annie’s warmth and empathy were her hallmarks. She loved helping other kids who were having a tough time in hospital to know that, like her, they were strong and loved. She was a nurturing soul who talked often about having kids of her own one day, but until then she was content to mother her vast array of stuffies. Annie was exactly who you needed to turn a bad day good. Her warmth, wit, laughter, or perfectly timed eyeroll just made things better. Annie packed so much joy, and light, and sass into her seven remarkable years. She was pure sunshine and we all happily orbited around her warmth. She will be profoundly missed by her mom Kelly, her dad Corey, her cherished brother Leo, her Doggy Nana, her ABCD Nana, her aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and friends. We love you most, kid. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life befitting Annie’s magic and legacy will be planned for a later date. The family wishes to thank the entire pediatric cancer community at LHSC’s Children’s Hospital for helping to make the hospital feel like Annie’s second home: the nursing teams in PMDU and B6 inpatients as well as all of the physicians who guided Annie’s care; all the members of the Child Life team; the counsellors from Campfire Circle; the Childcan team; and the RMHC Family Room staff and volunteers. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider donating blood or supporting one of the many charities whose support made an indelible impact on Annie’s journey: Children’s Health Foundation, Childcan, Campfire Circle, Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario, and Ronald McDonald House Southwestern Ontario. There will be a Celebration of Life held on Friday, July 17, 2026, 4-8pm (drop-in) Sunningdale Golf & Country Club (465 Sunningdale Rd W, London ON N6G 5B9)