Anna Lee Coble

Anna "Annie" Lee Sears Coble, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025 surrounded by her loving family and caregivers at Village Green Memory Care Cypress, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and quiet strength.

Anna was born on December 26, 1940, in Charleston, West Virginia, to Woodrow Sears and Nellie Hawks. She carried her West Virginia roots with her throughout her life, often speaking fondly of home and finding comfort in her favorite song, "Country Roads."

In 1965, Anna moved to Houston, Texas, where she built a life centered around family. She was married to James Lee Coble, for 55 years. Their bond was deep and enduring, and she is now reunited with him after his passing.

Anna was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, and her beloved sisters: Wanda Rose (husband Bob), Sandra Jarvis (husband Charter), and Sharon Keith.

She is survived by her sons, Brian Coble and his wife Carla, and Jason Coble; her grandchildren, Austin Coble and his wife Chloe, and Jackie Coble; and her great-grandson, Conrad Coble. She is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews, and her best friend Carol Jean, all of whom she loved dearly.

Before moving to Houston, Anna graduated from Eastbank High School and went to work as a legal secretary. After settling in Texas, she became a devoted stay-at-home mother, wife, and, by all accounts, the CEO and CFO of her family. She also sold Avon for 37 years, earning multiple President's Awards for her dedication and success.

Anna was known for her love of reading, playing slot machines, her devotion to routine, and her attention to the world around her, often aided by her binoculars. She treasured her mornings with coffee and her robe, faithfully attended her children's and grandchildren's events, and could always be found sitting front row, cheering with pride.

She had a special love for hummingbirds, carefully maintaining feeders around her home and insisting everyone knew the perfect sugar-to-water ratio. Her patio was filled with wind chimes, creating a peaceful sanctuary of sound and movement. She also enjoyed dancing, visiting her favorite restaurants, and keeping to her cherished routines-including her nightly single enchilada and margarita.

Above all else, Anna deeply loved her family, especially her sisters, whom she spoke of with profound affection throughout her life. Even in later years, when memory faded, her love for her family never did.

Anna was unapologetically herself, independent, strong-willed, and genuine. She leaves behind memories that will be cherished forever and a family forever changed by her love.

She is now at peace, reunited with her husband, parents and sisters, and forever remembered by those who were fortunate enough to love her.