Obituary of Anna Lee Speary

Anna Lee Speary Horseheads/Dundee: Anna Lee Speary, age 97, of Horseheads, formerly of Dundee, NY passed away Friday December 17, 2021 at the Bethany Manor SNF, in Horseheads, NY. Honoring her wishes there will be no prior calling hours or public service. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family in the spring in Rock Stream Cemetery, Rock Stream, NY with Pastor Elwin Patrick officiating. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution may consider the Dundee Emergency Squad, 12 Union St., Dundee, NY 14837. Anna was born September 10, 1924 in Middlesboro, Kentucky; one of three daughters of the late George Washburn and Maude Glenna (McCreary) Williams. On April 6, 1946 in Center Line, Michigan she married the late Malcolm W. Speary, moving to Dundee in 1947; he passed away on January 20, 1978. Mrs. Speary had been a very active member of the former Dundee Presbyterian Church, both in the Women's Group, and as a Sunday School Teacher for many years. She enjoyed volunteering in many community functions; and will be remembered not only for her infectious smile, but also for making many Lap Robe Quilts for area hospitals and nursing homes. Anna Lee is survived by her daughter Glenna (Raymond) Zeigler of Homosassa, Fl.; her son Elwin Speary of Cocoa, Florida; 2 granddaughters Lisa (John) Woodley of Manchester, MD.; Lori (Mike) Ruger, of Lexington, SC; grandson Michael (Robin) Speary of Cortland, NY; and several great, and great great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews Besides her parents and her husband, she was pre-deceased by both of her sisters Cecil Sheets in 2008, Gladys Rhodes in 2017. Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water Street, Dundee; to leave online condolences and share cherished memories with her family please visit www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.