Dr. Annie Hazel Britt-Graham

Dr. Annie Britt Graham was born to loving parents, Henon Britt, Sr. and Hazel Knox Britt on December 7, 1935 in Jackson County, Florida in a little town called Campbellton.

She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at a very early age and joined the Saint Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church and graduated from the St. Paul High School. Annie continued her education at Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, Florida and graduated in 1959, earning her Bachelors of Science Degree in Education. She taught at several schools throughout Jackson County.

In early 1961, Annie met the love of her life, Robert Lee Graham of the United States Navy. On June 27, 1961, they were united in Holy Matrimony.  In 1973, Annie joined her husband in San Diego, California where he was stationed. It did not take long for them to decide that San Diego was going to be their permanent residence. Although no children were born to Robert and Annie, they enjoyed and cherished their many nieces and nephews as though they were their very own.

Annie continued her passion for teaching after moving to San Diego. With a thirst for knowledge, she went back to school and eventually earned her Masters and later her PhD. She taught in several elementary schools throughout the county, including one of the oldest historical schools and also her last place of service, Logan Elementary.  She retired in 1989 with a teaching career which spanned over thirty years. Annie was truly a credit to her profession.

Around the mid-1973, Annie united with the Community Missionary Baptist Church under the spiritual guidance of the late Reverend Dr. Charles E. Gayton and continued under Reverend Stephen E. McIntosh. There, she served for many, many years as the Announcement Clerk; she also sung in the Choir and taught Sunday School.  One of her favorite songs was “Storm’s Almost Gone” (I can see the sun peeping through the clouds) and “Amazing Grace”. Her favorite scriptures were 23rd Psalm and the 34th Psalm. She truly loved the Lord, and she knew He loved her!

After retirement, Annie and Robert began their travels, visiting family and friends in Florida; going to the Grand Canyon, seeing Hollywood up close and even visiting Las Vegas. On March 2, 1993, after thirty-two years of marriage, her beloved Robert was called home to Glory.

Annie had many talents and hobbies, including making decorative souvenir boxes out of cigar boxes and beautiful handmade dolls.She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents; five brothers, Elloyd, Robert, Henon, Emily and King and her sister, Nodest.

On Wednesday, December 23, 2015, Dr. Annie Britt Graham was called from earthly labor to eternal rest.

She leaves to cherish her memory, two brothers, John L. Britt of Columbus, GA and Jimmy Britt of San Diego, CA; longtime friends: Sharon White and Sis. Greer and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, her church family and many friends.

Services will be held on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015 at 1:00 PM from Community Baptist Church, 3602 National Ave, San Diego.

 Funeral Services will be held Thurdsay January 7th at 11:00A.M. in the Rodney D. Pittman & M. Sue Pittman Memorial Chapel at 5441 Cooper Street in Graceville, Florida with Rev. John Greg Flournoy officiating, interment will follow in the Saint Paul A. M. E. Church Cemetery in Campbellton, Florida under the directions of Christian Memorial Chapel of Graceville, Florida.

A Letter From Heaven

To my dearest family, some things Id like to say.
But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from Heaven.
Here I dwell with God above.
Here, theres no more tears of sadness;
Here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through.
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, I welcome you.
Its good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on.

I need you here so badly, you are part of my plan.
There is so much that we can do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night the days chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years.
Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.

But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
But together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and Id like it for you too;
That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who is in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night....My day was not in vain.
And now I am contented... that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low;
Just lend a hand to pick them up, as on your way you go.

When you're walking down the street and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when its time for you to go...from that body to be free.
Remember you're not going...you're coming here to me.

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