Annie Lee Birdow
August 19, 1928 ~ January 21, 2024
Annie Lee Birdow, of Palestine, Texas, is now in the presence of our loving Lord and Savior. Annie Lee passed away surrounded by the love and warmth of her family in the early hours of Sunday, the 21st day of January 2024, at the age of 95. She was born in Oakwood, Texas, on the 19th day of August 1928 to parents Mack "Buster" Simmons and Minnie Goree. Her life was a testament to her unwavering faith, her boundless love for others, and her infectious laughter that filled every room.
Annie Lee was a cherished member of Salt Works Road Church of Christ and Crockett Road Church of Christ, where her dedication and service touched the lives of many. Her commitment to her faith was evident in her daily life and in the love she shared with those around her.
Annie Lee found joy in the simple pleasures of life: the aroma of her cooking filled her home, her garden still blooms with the care she gave it, and her knack for interior decorating made her surroundings as warm and welcoming as her personality. She was truly artistic, with a flair for creating beauty in everything she did.
Those who knew Annie Lee will remember her for her great sense of humor and her ability to find laughter in any situation. She was a loving soul, whose friendliness knew no bounds. She loved people wholeheartedly, and her presence was a comfort and a joy to all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Annie Lee's legacy is one of love, laughter, and friendship. Her memory will be treasured and kept alive in the hearts of those who loved her. She leaves behind her children, James Wayne Birdow and Willie Mae, of Spring, Texas, Anthony Dwayne Birdow, of Broomfield, Colorado, and Angela Renee Birdow, of Palestine, Texas; sister, Margie Nell Holman, of Houston, Texas; brother, David Goree, of Dallas, Texas; grandchildren, Lashun Wayne Birdow, Christina Ruth, Phillip Pierre, Adrian Jovan, Corey Martin; eleven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
In Heaven, Annie Lee joins her parents, Buster and Minnie Simmons; husband, James Martin Birdow; siblings, Fred Johnson, Mildred Barrett Ellis, F.G. Goree, Liller Faye Hayes; daughter-in-law, Marian W. Birdow; and her grandson, Michael Dwayne.
A funeral service to celebrate Annie Lee's life is to be conducted at one o'clock in the afternoon, on Saturday, the 3rd day of February 2024 at Crockett Road Church of Christ with Dan Manuel officiating the service.
Friends are invited to visit with the family one hour prior to the start of the service at Crockett Road Church of Christ.
A graveside service will follow on Monday, the 5th day of February 2024, at Earthman Resthaven Cemetery, at 13102 North Fwy, Houston, Texas 77060. The service will commence at half past one o'clock in the afternoon. Annie Lee's final resting place will be a peaceful sanctuary where her loved ones can find solace and remember the remarkable life she lived.
Funeral services for Annie Lee Birdow are in care of Rhone Funeral Home, 3900 S. State Highway 19, Palestine, Texas.
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I would like to offer my condolences to the Birdow Family. Mrs. Annie Lee was my neighbor behind our house in Palestine. As a kid, I was very active playing sports in our backyard. And it was many occasions where the ball will go into her yard, on her plants and I would apologize, jump the fence to get it. Even though she didn’t like it. I can see her now tapping on the kitchen window, pointing and telling to stay off her fence..😂.. Mrs Annie Lee even put up a higher fence to stop me from hitting her house with a baseball..Since then, every time she saw me, she reminded me that I use to hit her house with that ball..ðŸ˜.. Prayers for the the Birdow Family. GOD BLESS
One precious lady. I remember the first time we met. Many years ago. I was helping Salt Works Road church of Christ with vacation Bible school. Myself a ND Ann Sparks were teaching the baby class with Annie Lee helping. We were wall to wall with babies . It was such a wonderful experience. I loved this lady so very much. She was the sweetest person all the time. Never met a stranger. She will be missed and family you are in my prayers for your loss but heaven’s gain.
Annie was my friend. I loved her. When I first came to Crockett Road Church she was the only one who spoke to me and made me feel welcome. Since that time she has always had a special place in my heart and I feel sure our Jesus will bless her for caring. She was always dressed so pretty with makeup and smiling. She had so much love to give. I pray for her family at this time. God bless each one. Pray God gives them the peace of mind that Annie gave to others.
Mrs. Anna Lee. Glad we were able
To spend time together at the 50
Yr. Band reunion.
Tony Evans.