Jeanne Ellen Anderson

Jeanne Ellen Anderson, of Covington, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at the age of 80. Ms. Jeanne was preceded by her husband, Jerry Edwin Anderson, and her parents David Colvin Thomas and Dorothy Louise Thomas. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Ms. Jeanne was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother. Ms. Jeanne was an accomplished seamstress, a true southern cook, and an avid gardener. As a young mother, she was always on the road taking her sons to tennis tournaments. As a grandmother, she continued to remain on the road driving her grandchildren to football practice, basketball practice, cheerleading, ice skating, and any other event that she could be a part of. Ms. Jeanne achieved a Business Degree with Honors from Auburn University at Montgomery. She then became a concierge for Marriott Evergreen Conference Center, eventually becoming a Les Clefs d’Or member as a testament to her expertise and professionalism. Ms. Anderson was a member of Covington First United Methodist Church and passionately worked with the Food Pantry Ministry. Ms. Jeanne was also a member of the Women’s Service League, Krystal Breakfast Club, and the Garden Club of Covington. She is known affectionally as Jeanne Ellen, Jeannie, Gigi, and Sister.

Survivors include her sons Todd Anderson and Kyle Anderson. Her sister Susan (Susie) Cook. Her daughter-in-law Nancy Anderson. And her grandchildren Erica Anderson, Leah Anderson, J. Austin Anderson, Clayton Anderson, and Michael Anderson.

A Funeral Service for Mrs. Anderson will be held Saturday, January 29, 2022, 11:00 A.M., at Covington First United Methodist Church, 1113 Conyers Street Southwest, in Covington, with Rev. Dr. Douglas Gilreath officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Covington First United Methodist Church Food Pantry, 2160 Church Street, Covington, Georgia 30014.

This obituary was crafted with love and affection by Mrs. Jeanne’s family.