Annell L. (Aldrich) Lee

Annell L. Lee (née: Aldrich) of Elsberry, Missouri, passed away on January 25, 2026 at the age of 89. She was the beloved wife of the late William E. Lee; She is survived by her six daughters, Celeste (Jim) Schnyder of Wentzville, MO, Annette (Pat) Lowrey of Madisonville, TN, Genny (Bill) Roberts of Englewood, TN, Diana  Roebuck of Troy, MO, Susie (Kenny) Ross of Troy, MO, and Sally Lee of Niceville, FL; two sisters, Linda Patrick of Niceville, FL, and Betty Jo Batchlor of GA; nineteen grandchildren; many great grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her father, Russell Aldrich, mother, Adell Aldrich (née: Windham), son, Richard Lee, son, Billy Lee, daughter, Carol Ann Lee, sister, Vonceil Cook, sister, Jean Cox, sister, Carol Aldrich, sister, Susie Graddy, sister, Marshann Smith. 

Annell was born on April 13, 1936, in Niceville, Florida, to the late Russell and Adell Aldrich (née Windham). 
Annell and her beloved husband, William, shared many wonderful years of marriage before his passing. Together, they were blessed with nine children: Richard, Billy, Carol Ann, Celeste, Annette, Genney, Diana, Susie, and Sally.
A woman of faith, Annell enjoyed reading, especially her Bible. She was an avid sports fan who loved watching the St. Louis Cardinals baseball games and football. Above all, Annell was devoted to her family and friends and was known for her love of conversation and her enjoyment of telling stories. Annell will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. 

Memorials:  In honor of Annell, memorials may be to: Donor's Choice. 

Family is being served by Pitman Funeral Home, Wentzville. 

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