Ann Peavy Yarbrough Miller

Ann, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loved ones, on September 24, 2026. Born in Leesburg, Florida, on November 7, 1947, Ann touched the lives of many with her warmth, generosity, and unshakeable faith. Ann was the cherished daughter of the late Robert Lee Peavy Sr. and Nellie Mae Peavy. She was preceded in death by her beloved sisters, Gladys Harvey and Lucille Kelly, her brother Robert L. Peavy, Jr., and her devoted husband, Riley Lee Yarbrough, whom she married on June 18, 1965. Together, they built a life filled with love and happiness, creating countless cherished memories. Ann's legacy lives on through her daughters, Kimmie Ann Avery and Dana Lee Fields, and Dana's husband, Vaughn Fields. She was a proud and loving grandmother to Troy Avery and his fiancée Brooklyn Owens, Danny Ruby II, Beau Fields and her spouse Christian McElrath, and Devin Avery with his spouse Allison Avery. Her great-grandchildren, Ryleigh Avery, Zoe Avery, Hunter Riley McElrath, Stella Ruby, Orion Ruby, Chase McElrath Fields, and Brielle Avery, brought her immense joy and pride. Ann's life was one of service and dedication. She graduated from Paxton High School in Jacksonville, Florida, in May 1965 and began her career at Diversified Electronics. Her entrepreneurial spirit led her to establish Ann's Residential Cleaning Services, a testament to her hard work and determination, which she ran for over two decades. Later, she dedicated eight years of compassionate service at Cornerstone Hospice House, where her kindness and empathy touched many lives. An active member of the Oxford Assembly of God, Ann shared her love for the Lord with everyone she met. Her faith was a guiding light in her life, and she was known for her willingness to share it with total strangers. In her youth, Ann's adventurous spirit led her to the back roads of Duval County, where she embraced the thrill of late-night drag racing. She also found joy in dancing with the Melon Patch Square Dancers Club and was a fervent fan of Elvis Presley. Ann's love for life extended to her hobbies, where she spent countless hours nurturing her flower garden and filling her home with music and dance. Her vibrant personality and unwavering faith made her a beloved figure in her community and family. A service to celebrate Ann's remarkable life will be held on October 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM at the Oxford Assembly of God, located at 12114 US Highway 301 N, Oxford, FL 34484. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly suggests donations be made to a charity of your choice in Ann's honor. As her family fondly remembers, "Life is not measured by the breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." Ann's life was indeed filled with such moments, and her memory will continue to inspire and uplift all who had the privilege of knowing her.