Ann Louise McCord

Ann Thomas McCord, 79, of Hernando, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Ann was born on September 22, 1946, in Horn Lake, Mississippi, to Louise Sanders Thomas and Frank Jean Thomas.

She married the love of her life, the Reverend Billy Q. McCord. Together, they built a family through love, faith, and adoption, welcoming five children into their home. They later opened their home and hearts once again to raise their granddaughter. NannyAnn's family was never defined simply by blood it was defined by the love she so freely gave.

She was the kind of light that burned so brightly that it was nearly impossible to remain sad around her. Even during life's hardest moments, NannyAnn had a way of finding something to smile about and a reason to keep going. Her faith, strength, humor, and painfully positive outlook touched everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Ann was a faithful member of Love United Methodist Church, where she shared her love of music by playing the piano. Her faith was at the center of her life and could be seen in the way she loved, encouraged, and cared for others.

In recent years, Ann made her home at Wesley Meadows Retirement Community in Hernando. There, her joyful personality continued to shine, and she became affectionately known as "the Hat Lady." During the Christmas season, she proudly became "Mrs. Claus," bringing laughter, warmth, and holiday cheer to everyone around her. She had a gift for making any place feel brighter simply by being there.

Ann was preceded in death by her beloved husband, the Reverend Billy Q. McCord; her parents, Louise Sanders Thomas and Frank Jean Thomas; and her brother-in-law, Hiram Agner.

She is survived by her sister, Becky Agner; five children, including her daughter, Cindy Donaldson, four grandchildren, including the granddaughter she raised, Rebecca McCord, and three great-grandsons. She also leaves behind many extended family members, church family, neighbors, caregivers, and friends who will forever carry her light with them.

A graveside service for all family and friends will be held at Memory Memorial Garden in Bruce, Mississippi at 3:00 p.m.

A memorial service celebrating Ann's life will also be held at Wesley Meadows Retirement Community at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, August 31. Everyone is invited to attend and celebrate the joy and light Ann brought into the lives of so many.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Wesley Meadows Retirement Community in support of its continued work toward building a facility dedicated to caring for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

The staff of Parker Memorial Funeral Home is honored to serve the McCord family as they walk through this season of loss. We ask that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers as they mourn the passing of their loved one.