Annie Lee Bownes

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Annie Lee Bownes (East Saint Louis, Illinois), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Annie left this world on March 1, 2026 at the age of 93, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Annie Lee Bownes or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

As Annie departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Annie may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Annie leaves behind.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 21st 2026 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Galilee Central Missionary Baptist Church (1743 N 25th St, East St Louis, IL 62204). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 21st 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Funeral Galilee Central Missionary Baptist Church (1743 N 25th St, East St Louis, IL 62204). A burial will be held on Saturday, March 21st 2026 at the Holy Cross Cemetery (9409 Holy Cross Rd, Fairview Heights, IL 62208).