Annie Ruth

Reed

Ms. Annie Ruth Reed, beloved daughter of the late Hamp and Annie Ruth Reed, was born on May 12, 1949, in Atlanta, Georgia, and departed for her Heavenly home on August 23, 2023. A devoted member of Chapel Hill Baptist Church, Annie found solace and joy in singing within the choir, sharing her voice as a testament to her faith.

Educated in the Griffin School District, Annie's journey led her to graduate from Fairmont High School in 1967. Marking the beginning of her lifelong commitment to learning and personal growth. Annie's professional journey was diverse and impactful. She held roles that spanned various fields, from being a dedicated manager at Long John Silver's, to serving as a compassionate nutritionist for Griffin Spalding County Schools, until her well deserved retirement. Not only did she nourish minds with knowledge, but she also dedicated her time as a cook and tutor at Small Treasures Learning Center, enriching the lives of the young ones she encountered.

Annie's heart was full of love for her family. She leaves behind her children, Christie (Randy) O'Neal, Larrica Jones, and Corey (Chanda) Jones, as well as her cherished grandchildren; Darniquia (Stelanveous) Watts, Shacoria Jones, Christopher O'Neal, Dan Battle, Corian Jones, Me'Klel Smart, Cori Jones, Jabreia Evans, Sergius Washington, Jamarius Washington, and Chandler Durham. Her legacy continues through her great grandchildren, Rhyan Watts, Tagan Watts, and Jamir Mingo; siblings, Beverly Gotell, Kathlene Reed Slater, and Harvey Reed; godchildren, Fred Jones, Ursula Lucier Preaster, and Brandy Willis Long, they were lucky recipients of her care and guidance.

Annie's circle of friendships knew no bounds. She held a special place in her for best friends, Doris Jones, Ollie Williams, and Rita Jones, with whom she shared countless moments of laughter and support. Beyond her immediate family and friends, Annie's impact reached far and wide, touching the lives of special nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless others who were blessed to cross her path.

Annie Ruth Reed's vibrant spirit and warm smile brought joy to those who were fortune enough to know her. She enjoyed life's simple pleasures, from spending time with her loved ones to traveling, solving puzzles, cooking, and staying connected through social media. Her memory will forever live in our hearts of all those she loved.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at Chapel Hill Road in Williamson, Georgia.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel at Burden's Funeral Home. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the service hour. Interment will follow in Griffin Memorial Gardens. "Rev. Cedric Randolph is the the Pastor of Chapel Hill.

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