Annette Nugent

Jul 5, 1944 -

Oct 12, 2025

Annette Gerlach Nugent, 81, passed away peacefully on Oct. 12, 2025, after a long battle with Alzheimer's.

Annette was born July 5, 1944, to Oscar and Bernetta Gerlach in Alma, Mich. She graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a teaching degree in Spanish. While there, she met her future husband, Howard "Howdie" Nugent. They were married on May 24, 1968 in Ypsilanti, Mich. Shortly after, they headed to Alaska.

Ann taught Spanish at East High School for several years before starting a family. Ann played a pivotal part as she worked with her husband daily to start and manage several successful local Mat-Su Valley businesses including: Howdie Inc., Landscape Supply Corporation, and Nugent Properties. Ann enjoyed traveling, fishing in Prince William Sound, and spending time with family.

Ann is survived by her sons, Todd (Janelle) Nugent and Chad (Jenny) Nugent; daughter-in-law, Catherine Nugent; grandchildren, Catrina Nugent, Adriana Nugent, Wesley Nugent, Rylee Nugent, Devin Nugent and Claudia Nugent; as well as sister, Cathy (Lyle) Relitz. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard R. Nugent; oldest son, Howard R. Nugent III; parents, Oscar and Bernetta Gerlach; and younger sister, Susan Gerlach.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests you honor Ann by donating to your local Alzheimer's association.