Mrs. Anna Lee Hughes Johnson, affectionately known as Nancy, age 85, of Clarksville, TN, was called home to be with the Lord on October 2, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 28, 1939, in Marion, KY, she was the cherished daughter of William Ivo and Myrtle Mae Hodge Hughes.
A devoted servant of the Lord, Nancy was a longstanding member of the First Baptist Church of Dover and later attended Living Hope Church in Clarksville. Her faith was a cornerstone of her life, inspiring those around her.
Professionally, Nancy was a licensed cosmetologist and dedicated her career to serving her clients at A Cut Above in Clarksville. She was the founder of Queen City Beauty College, where she passionately guided and mentored her students, instilling in them the values of hard work and creativity.
Nancy had a zest for life, enjoying afternoons spent bargain shopping and watching her favorite show, Days of Our Lives. Her quick-wit and style will be remembered fondly by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ray Franklin Johnson, and her sister, Nina Ruth Gass.
She is survived by her devoted daughters, Shari Thompson (Brad) of Clarksville, TN, and Nancy McCormick (David) of Murfreesboro, TN; her cherished grandchildren, Jenni Brien, Darrell Brien, Corey Thompson, Matthew Thompson, and Anna Noelle Thompson; and her adored great-grandchildren, Austin Hidalgo, Timothy James Thompson, and Jonathan Thompson.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2024, beginning at 10:00 AM, followed by a funeral service at 1:00 PM, at Anglin Funeral Home with Bro. Stephen Head officiating. Burial will take place at Salyers Cemetery in Benton, KY, where family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
In lieu of flowers, the family request contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 26 Broadway, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10004 or the American Epilepsy Society, 135 South LaSalle St. Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60603
Arrangements are entrusted to Anglin Funeral Home in Dover, TN. Online condolences may be expressed at anglinfuneralhome.com.