Celebrating the life of
Carl L. Britt
June 27, 1932 - February 27, 2013
Lawrenceville, GA - Carl L. Britt, 80, died Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at Gwinnett Medical Center. He was born in Savannah, son of the late John O. and Jessie Mae Rahn Britt. Mr. Britt worked as a civil service employee for the Georgia Air National Guard, 283rd. Combat Communications Squadron for over 44 years and also served in the Georgia Air National Guard for over 43 years. His administrative expertise earned him the name "MEMA." He was a former member of Ardsley Park Baptist Church and Immanuel Baptist Church in Savannah where he actively served as Deacon, Sunday School Teacher, and on various committees. Most recently he was a member of Bethany Baptist Church in Snellville, GA. Carl Britt was a man who loved well and was loved by many. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by wives, Dorothy Bevill Britt, Margaret H. Britt, brother, John Osborne Britt and sister, Neda B. Suddath.
Surviving are his wife, Villie Gunter Britt of Grayson, GA; children, David C. Britt Jennifer of Savannah, GA; Grady B. Britt Susan of Watkinsville, GA; Dorothy Theresa Mock Steve, of Sylvania, GA, Michael Britt Julie of Peachtree City, GA; Sandy G. Huston Glenn of Snellville, GA; Chuck Gunter Shirley of Winder, GA; brother, Richard H. Britt Marion of Panama City, FL; sister, Lois B. Tillman of Savannah, GA; affectionately known by his grandchildren as "Poppie", he is also survived by his grandchildren, Rachel Britt Huston Ben, Carson Britt Jennifer, Madelyn Mock, Deanna Mock, Daniel Britt, Rebecca Britt, Zack HustonPaula, Matt Huston, Kelsey Gunter and Whitney Gunter; great grandchildren, Reece Huston, Elliot Huston and nieces and nephews.
Visitation: 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Friday, March 1, 2013 at Fox &Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
A worship service to celebrate the life and home-going of Carl will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 2, 2013 at Immanuel Baptist Church conducted by his granddaughter, Reverend Rachel Britt Huston.
Pallbearers will be Carson Britt, Zack Huston, Matt Huston, Ben Huston, Daniel Britt and Bruce Powell.
Burial: Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
A gathering to celebrate the life of Carl will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., Saturday, March 9, 2013 at Pathway Center Ministry, 220 C.S. Floyd Road, Loganville, GA, 30052.
Remembrances: Immanuel Baptist Church, 7375 Hodgson Memorial Dr., Savannah, GA 31406 or Bethany Baptist Church, 2306 Bethany Church Rd., Snellville, GA 30039.
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Fox &Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
I apologize for this being so late, but I just found out that Carl had passed away last March. I was with the Air National Guard, 157th Tactical Control Group, St. Louis, MO. I worked with Carl many years as his unit was part of our Group. We had a wonderful working relationship over the years. Carl was truly a first class person. Please accept my condolences.
- Col. Bill Campen, Moscow MIlls, MO
My sympathies are with your fine family. Carl was such a sweet man, and I will be praying for all of his sweet family, and love to Villie.
- Tammy Brewer, , GA
May God continue to give your family peace as you go through this time of loss. Betty & Brinson Clements
- Brinson Clements, Savannah, GA
Dear Villie, My Condolences to the Carl L. Britt family. I knew Carl went I was the active duty USAF Advisor to the 117th TACS from 1967 to 1972, we worked together on a daily basis. He will be in my prayers.
- Lou Peca, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Britt Family, Very sorry to hear of Chief Britt's passing. I served with him in the 117th from 1965-1971. May he rest in God's Eternal Peace.
- Roy S. Banks, Jr., Flowery Branch, GA
My prayers are with the Britt family for strength and peace during this difficult time. I served with Chief Britt for many years in the Georgia Air National Guard stationed on Eisenhower Drive. Chief Britt was one of the most caring people I have ever known
- Bobby Mobley, Hinesville, GA
Villie, we have been blessed to have you and Carl as a part of our lives. Our thoughts and prayers are certainly with you and your family during this time of your loss.
- Leon & Mandy Windham, Lilburn, GA
May all the wonderful memories and love you all shared sustain you through this time and carry you in the future. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Aunt Villie, Sandy and Glen, Chuck and Shirley and all of your families.
- Carol C. Uhlich, Dacula, GA
Villie: I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you.
- Steve Ferguson, Hartwell, GA
I apologize for this being so late, but I just found out that Carl had passed away last March. I was with the Air National Guard, 157th Tactical Control Group, St. Louis, MO. I worked with Carl many years as his unit was part of our Group. We had a wonderful working relationship over the years. Carl was truly a first class person. Please accept my condolences.
- Col. Bill Campen, Moscow MIlls, MO
My sympathies are with your fine family. Carl was such a sweet man, and I will be praying for all of his sweet family, and love to Villie.
- Tammy Brewer, , GA
May God continue to give your family peace as you go through this time of loss. Betty & Brinson Clements
- Brinson Clements, Savannah, GA
Dear Villie, My Condolences to the Carl L. Britt family. I knew Carl went I was the active duty USAF Advisor to the 117th TACS from 1967 to 1972, we worked together on a daily basis. He will be in my prayers.
- Lou Peca, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Britt Family, Very sorry to hear of Chief Britt's passing. I served with him in the 117th from 1965-1971. May he rest in God's Eternal Peace.
- Roy S. Banks, Jr., Flowery Branch, GA
My prayers are with the Britt family for strength and peace during this difficult time. I served with Chief Britt for many years in the Georgia Air National Guard stationed on Eisenhower Drive. Chief Britt was one of the most caring people I have ever known
- Bobby Mobley, Hinesville, GA
Villie, we have been blessed to have you and Carl as a part of our lives. Our thoughts and prayers are certainly with you and your family during this time of your loss.
- Leon & Mandy Windham, Lilburn, GA
May all the wonderful memories and love you all shared sustain you through this time and carry you in the future. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Aunt Villie, Sandy and Glen, Chuck and Shirley and all of your families.
- Carol C. Uhlich, Dacula, GA
Villie: I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you.
- Steve Ferguson, Hartwell, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
