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Akron Diner Owner Dies Shortly After Obama Visit

Ann Harris, 70, apparently had heart attack

By John Johnson,  Newser Staff

Posted Jul 6, 2012 3:31 PM CDT

(Newser) – Sad footnote to President Obama's surprise visit to a restaurant in Akron today: The 70-year-old owner died of an apparent heart attack less than three hours after his visit, reports the Akron Beacon Journal. Ann Harris was picked up by an ambulance shortly after Obama stopped in Ann's Place, talked to patrons, and got a hug from Ann herself. "She loved Obama," her sister tells the Beacon Journal. "I'm sure this was her highlight."

President Obama talks with patrons of Ann's Place in Akron Friday. Owner Ann Harris isn't pictured.
President Obama talks with patrons of Ann's Place in Akron Friday. Owner Ann Harris isn't pictured.   (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
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roadhog
Jul 9, 2012 11:43 AM CDT
Obama continues to kill small business owners.
HANKHILL
Jul 7, 2012 11:51 AM CDT
fubo bo must go!
sasquatcho
Jul 7, 2012 10:18 AM CDT
Just like everything else industrious and productive that crosses obamas path
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