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Ret/Veteran Tammy Harrison Edwards
May 31, 2025
Time is moving quickly since this is your (9) years in heaven paradise doing what you love the most. That's teaching other how to accomplish and strive in this world to be a better individual in order to show others along the way. I am so thankful to had you in my life as a counselor, teacher, and mentors. Otherwise, my life probably wouldn't turn out as planned. Just being a teenager growing up to become a adult wasn't easy. You had to be very mindful to do what is right by learning and listening to the people that want to see you become a person they know you would be for the future of other. I am grateful for you Mrs. Fannie Adams. I will continue to instill my values into other no matter what ages since we are all still learning to do what is right for everyone that comes across our paths. Just know your love and memories still live on in our hearts. Keep a watchful eye over us always.
Tammy Harrison Edwards
May 31, 2024
How time is passed us each day as we celebrate your eight (8) years memory anniversary in Heaven Paradise with loved ones and friends and with our Heavenly Father. I don't know about other those eight years is still unbelieve for me knowing that you are not among us still today but your life long legacy's is still memorable among us and without a doubt every one still mentioned all the phenomenal achievements you left behind for us all that knew you to still continue to carry out your legacy. As for me all of your life time counseling as a teenager and encouragement still have me sharing it with my younger generation and other to never give up on yourself because you can become very successful in life by believing in yourself not what others think of you. You are with us in spirit. I thank you. Ms. Tammy Harrison Edwards, Class of 1977, AC Flora HS
Tammy Harrison-Edwards
May 31, 2023
Another year has passed and your memories are still among us. Just talking with others that knew you and sharing their stories of you was amazing that I had you as my teacher and counselor during High School. I give you thanks for keeping me on the right path and being our Angel.
Tammy Harrison Edwards
May 31, 2022
I want you to know that you are truly missed by families, friends, and all the students that came across your path at one time or another. I want you to know how grateful, for you being in my life while attending A.C. HS. Without your counseling and guideline, I don't know how my life would have turned out. The support and encouragement to finish high school and you're being there for me gave me a better life choice and the opportunity in the Military for 35 yrs, 5 months, and 9 days before retiring. As well as working for the Federal government and traveling the world were all because of you encouraged me to do better at whatever, I wanted to be in life. You will always be in my memories and heart because of the care you had for me. I think of you as one of my heavenly Angel. Class of May 1977!
Tammy Harrison Edwards
May 31, 2021
Correction it has been 5 years since you went to Heaven. You are miss and memories of you are still shared by others that have crossed your path once or twice. You came into my life at A.C. Flora HS and were with me till my graduation. I will never forget you and will continue to share the values of education and life with others. Our Angel always.
Tammy Harrison Edwards
May 31, 2021
It doesn't seem like four years have gone by and we all still cherish your love and values you taught us to be if we want to survive in this world. I am grateful for all you taught me at A.C. Flora HS till my graduate day in May 1977. If it wasn't for you, I would have not had a career in the military for 35 yrs plus as well as achieving my BA Degree. I still today after retirement to better my mind and strengthen my religion. You were a second mommy to me during my youth years and thank you always. I still today try to instill all the values you share with me with my loved ones. You are one of my twelve Angel from heaven that watches over me still today.
MSG (RET) TAMMY HARRISON-EDWARDS
June 14, 2016
Phenomenal Woman! Truly will be missing by all and now an angel in heaven. My prayers with the family.
PS: If it was not for Mrs. Adams, I wouldn't be the person, I am today. I cherish everything she taught me at A.C. Flora HS.
Arthurine Rice
June 11, 2016
To the Phelps/Adams family, what a pearl of a woman Fannie Phelps Adams was to so many. Not only was she a kind, caring and great educator, the same sentiments were displayed from her as a close neighbor on Catawba Street, Wheeler Hill.
She has done well during her life and will certainly be remembered and loved by many.
Please know my prayers are with you at this time of great loss.
Charmaine Pope Clowney
June 7, 2016
Thank you Mrs. Adams for being such a tremendous role model, educator and a community servant. You were indeed the Mayor of Wheler Hill and a God send to so many students and people whom you helped, guided and inspired. My dad, James E Pope, loved and adored you. I'm certain he was among one of the first to welcome you to the pearly gates of heaven when God rolled out the red carpet you so lovingly deserved. Love you always. Sending much love and sympathy to Mary Suzette and your beautiful family.
deborah culler
June 7, 2016
Love you learned a lot from you a mother figure to all students you lead and guide us in the right direction
Pun Nio
June 7, 2016
Thank you Mrs. Adams. You will be remembered by all of us who walked the halls of Booker T. Washington, for your spirit, your love of teaching and kids, and your encouragement and optimism for our future. Bless you.
Beverly Haynes-Hamilton
June 7, 2016
My condolences to Mary Suzette and family. Mrs. Adams have left a legacy that can't be compared to none other. Her tenure at BTW spanned across three generations of the Haynes family, which includes myself. I will never forget her contributions to our historic school.
Cheryl P. Powell
June 7, 2016
"Thank God a man can grow..." a message taught to and recited by many Washingtonians for generations. Mrs. Adams learned, taught, lived and shared that poem of dignity and pride daily as a true leader/advocate. On behalf of my late mother, Mrs. Dorothy Hollis-Davis who worked diligently with the BTW Foundation and our families, thank you. Cheryl Pressey-Powell
Rose Williams
June 7, 2016
Dear Suzette,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I pray that God comforts you during this time. He is the God of all comfort.
Love Lucious and Rose
Beverly Dianne Marshall
June 7, 2016
Mary Suzette and family...May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Mrs. Adams will be fondly remembered by all who came in contact with her.
Beverly Dianne Marshall
June 7, 2016
Mary Suzette and family...May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Mrs. Adams will truly be missed by everyone that knew her!
Rosa Oree Jackson
June 7, 2016
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Mrs. Adams. My heart goes out to you and your family at this difficult time.Keeping you in my prayers.
Charles & Ezetta Anderson
June 6, 2016
Mrs. Adams was such a lovely caring person. She will always be remembered for her kindness and concern for others. We're praying for Mary Suzette and the rest of the family. God bless you all.
Love, Charles & Ezetta
Nadine Anderson
June 6, 2016
My heartfelt sympathy to Mary Suzette and all members of the family, Fannie as we called her, was dear to my mother, Mrs. Coleman, son, Julius and all of our family. A true servant of God has entered eternal rest. Well done thou good and faithful servant.
June 6, 2016
I extend my deepest sympathies to your family. (John 11:30-38)
Soror Janice Hoffman
June 6, 2016
Mary Suzette, David, and family
There is nothing more I can say:
A Women of Noble Character
"Who can find a virtuous and capable wife?She is more precious than rubies. Her husband can trust her, and she will greatly enrich his life.
She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life. She finds wool and flax and busily spins it. She is like a merchant's ship, bringing her food from afar. She gets up before dawn to prepare breakfast for her household and plan the day's work for her servant girls.
She goes to inspect a field and buys it; with her earnings she plants a vineyard. She is energetic and strong, a hard worker.
She makes sure her dealings are profitable;
her lamp burns late into the night. Her hands are busy spinning thread, her fingers twisting fiber.
She extends a helping hand to the poor
and opens her arms to the needy. She has no fear of winter for her household, for everyone has warm clothes.
She makes her own bedspreads. She dresses in fine linen and purple gowns.
Her husband is well known at the citygates,
where he sits with the other civic leaders.
She makes belted linen garments and sashes to sell to the merchants.
She is clothed with strength and dignity,
and she laughs without fear of the future.
When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness.
She carefully watches everything in her household and suffers nothing from laziness.
Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her:
There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all!
Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the Lord will be greatly praised. Reward her for all she has done. Let her deeds publicly declare her praise." Proverbs 31:10-31
Aunt Fan molded me! Can you imagine the great celebration in the Heavens when she showed up in all her glory? I KNOW her best friend Thelma was there, waiting...
I Love you all,
Mildred-Bellinger Marigny
June 6, 2016
Her Light will forever shine,(in our hearts) the "Mother of her Washingtonians" Mrs. Adams, we salute you, a job well done! Your family will keep your memories alive with love abundantly! SO WILL WE!
Allen Fisher
June 6, 2016
Mrs. Adams was a true Southern lady and a pillar of our Wheeler Hill community.
Our deepest sympathy to the Adams family for your loss. She will always be remembered.
Billy Silver
June 6, 2016
I knew Mrs Adams when I moved to Wheeler Hill in the mid-70's. She was a lovely lady and helped me greatly in my efforts to restore my little cottage.
She also was involved in activities that enhanced our community.
My sympathy to her family.
Billy Silver, Camden
June 6, 2016
To the family of Mrs. Phelps,
We extend to you our deepest sympathy and hope that your memories will comfort you.
Dr. Lonnie Randolph, Jr., State President & Columbia Branch President
and the Columbia Branch NAACP
Vernadine Elmore- Quan-Soon
June 6, 2016
To the Family of Mrs Adams, please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and pryers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May your Mother Rest in Peace.
Mrs. Adams was a dedicated educator to all my siblings and all students.
Andrew Jones
June 6, 2016
Mrs. Adams was a true inspiration. With love to all her survivors and other "children," among whom I count myself.
June 6, 2016
Mrs Adams taught me when I was a student at BTW, I graduated in 1945, Elizabeth Hall Davis , now living in
Boston, MA
June 6, 2016
I am sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you.
1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray constantly."
Betty&Joe Higgins
June 6, 2016
God Always Takes the Best We are thinking about the Family. God will take care of you.
With much love, Wanda B. Hampton, PhD
Wanda Brown Hampton, PhD
June 6, 2016
To Mary Suzette Adams-Jenkins and the entire Adams,Martin and Phelps Family, my Deepest sympathy goes to each and everyone of you on the passing of Mrs. Fannie Phelps Adams a dear and loving person. Your family has meant so much to me, as growing up as a little girl to the adult I have became today. I say thanks so very much for sharing your family Mrs. Celia, and Mrs. Fannie and other members of your family with me. Indeed, it really took a village to help raise me and my family. I learned so very much and you all shall live in my heart for ever. Mary Suzette, if there is anything I can do, I am only a phone call away.With deepest sympathy.
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