Annette Little Sanderson “Annie”
Our “Annie,
” Annette Little Sanderson passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior on
March 27, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. On Sunday, March 30th, the family will receive
friends prior to the service from 12:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the First United
Methodist Church in Moulton, Alabama. A celebration of her life will follow in the sanctuary at 2:00
p.m. A woman of grace, faith, generosity, and unwavering kindness, she left a legacy of love that will
be cherished by all who knew her.
Born on January 26, 1940 in Moulton, Alabama, Annie was raised with the values of faith, family
and Southern hospitality. The oldest of three children, Annie was proud of her family and reveled in
being the “eldest.
” She graduated from Lawrence County High School in 1958 and quickly caught
the eye of the love of her life and devoted husband for 66 years, Arthur “Ott” Sanderson. Annie was
just as smart as she was elegant, and she followed her passion for design to Auburn University. Annie
had exceptional taste when it came to interior design, and she was a skilled entrepreneur. When
Annie got married, she moved back to Moulton with Ott to begin their many adventures together,
including owning a home furnishings shop and a grocery store. Annie also published her own
cookbook,
“Good Taste,
” and forwarded all profits to the Foundation Fighting Blindness in honor of
her son, Scott. She was a devoted member of Moulton Methodist Church, where she found great joy
in worship, serving others and bringing beauty to everything she touched. She carried herself with
elegance and warmth, always welcoming others with a smile, a kind word and a heart full of
compassion. Her devotion to her family and her deep-rooted Christian faith were the cornerstones of
her life.
A true Southern lady, Annie had an effortless hospitality that made everyone feel at home in her
presence. Whether she was hosting Sunday lunches, perfecting her “perfect” chocolate cake (and
really all recipes she could get her hands on), or selecting the “just right” paint color, she somehow
struck a balance between Martha and Mary- serving and tending to every single detail while
simultaneously giving those around her the gift of her complete presence and a listening ear that
instantly put you at ease.
Annie is survived by her beloved husband, Arthur “Ott” Warren Sanderson, her two children-
Gregory Scott Sanderson (Cathy) and Warren Bart Sanderson (Kate), and three grandchildren- Grace
Katherine Kaehny Sanderson, Jemma Rose Kaehny Sanderson, Laura Lee Wood and great grandson
Oliver Wood. Annie is also survived by her brother, James Farol Little (Karen). She was preceded in
death by her parents, William and Rubye Little and sister, Carol Little Buckins.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the Valley.
To say that she will be missed simply does not explain the void she will leave behind. We now
rejoice that her suffering has ended, and we have an angel watching over us as we step through the
days ahead. We love you Annie, and are forever grateful and honored to call you ours
