Connor James Anders

SHELBY- Conner James "CJ" Anders, born on January 2, 2026, graced this world with his presence for a brief yet impactful 3 months. On April 4, 2026, CJ peacefully left us to be with the angels. His time with us, though short, was filled with joy, laughter, and an abundance of love.

From the moment he arrived, CJ captivated everyone with his handsome little sideways grin, earning him the affectionate nicknames "stud muffin" and "Nana's Little Bean." His sparkling, pretty eyes reflected a soul that seemed wise beyond his years. Always smiling, playful, and happy, CJ brought a contagious joy to all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Curious about the world around him, CJ was lovingly known as "nosey," never wanting to miss a single moment. He loved listening to the timeless tunes of Johnny Cash and Hank Williams with his daddy, music that seemed to resonate deeply within him. With his tongue often sticking out, he was a picture of pure contentment and curiosity.

CJ was truly his parents' whole world, and the bond he shared with his mama was unbreakable. A light in their lives, he filled their hearts with endless love and left them with cherished memories that will last a lifetime.

Though he is no longer with us, CJ's spirit continues to shine brightly in the hearts of his surviving family: his devoted parents, Casey Anders and Kelsey Ledbetter; his beloved sisters, Hazel Christopher and Lakely Anders; his grandparents, Barbara and Raymond Page, Amanda and Trey Paysour, and Candy Greene; his great-grandparents, Evelyn Anders, Janet Ledbetter, Sandi Wright, and Bob Canipe; his aunts, Gracie Ledbetter, Lexi Paysour, Dominique Greene and her fiancé Ricardo Rendon; his uncle, Caleb Ledbetter; and his godparents, Justin and Destiny. CJ is preceded in death by his great-grandmother, Sheila Canipe, who now cradles him in her arms.

A memorial service to celebrate CJ's precious life will be held at the Royal Priesthood Motorcycle Ministry on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Friends and family are invited to gather and share in the love and memories from 10:00 AM to 10:50AM at the church.

In remembrance of CJ, let us carry forward his legacy of happiness, his zest for life, and his boundless curiosity, forever inspired by the brief yet beautiful impact he made in our lives.

Services are entrusted to Clay-Barnette Funeral Home & Aquamation Center www.claybarnette.com