Anna Lee Fender
October 10, 1960 – May 21, 2023
Anna was taken in the arms of her savior Jesus Christ on Sunday May 21st 2023.
Anna is predeceased by her son John Lee Iley ,and her beloved mother Bessie Carter.
Anna was born in Auburndale Florida in October 1960. She spent time living in Polk County, Lake County, Sumter County and finally settling in Marion County.
Anna leaves behind a large loving family including (2) brothers (1 predeceased) ,(5) sisters, Fiance Tim Lindsey and lifelong friend Odis Fender. She had four children John Lee Iley (predeceased),James Iley, Wife Melissa Iley, Crystal Iley Cook, Husband Nicholas Cook, and Brandi Fender Newhouse, Husband Justin Newhouse. Anna’s beloved grandkids are Ethan Iley, Alexis Leanna Carter, Landon Jackson,Braidyn Cook ,Mason Lee Cook ,Brantley Newhouse and Rainey Anna Lee Newhouse. Anna has one great grandchild Stevie Iley.
Anna brought joy , and laughter into any room she entered. She loved hard and had a fierce spirit. Anna was a mother figure and “granny” figure to anyone she met. There are many children and grandchildren that called her “Mom” or “Granny” that she loved with all of her heart. Anna enjoyed the outdoors immensely such as hunting,fishing and especially gardening. If anyone knew Anna knew she loved the Lord. We will cherish our beautiful memories and we will miss you forever Momma.