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Pearly Britt Obituary
Mr. Britt was born October 6, 1932, in Marion County, a son of the late Lonnie Lee Britt and the late Callie Johnson Britt. He was a S.C. Department of Natural Resources officer from 1958 until 1994, where in 1979 he was promoted to sergeant and 1983 he was promoted to lieutenant. In 1987 Mr. Britt received the distinct honor of District 8 Officer of the Year and in 1994 he received from the state of South Carolina the Outstanding Public Service Award.
Mr. Britt was a 1953 graduate of Mullins High School and attended the University of South Carolina. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, having served in the Korean War and he also retired from the S.C. Army National Guard. Mr. Britt was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and a member of American Legion Post #89. He was a Mason and a life member of Damascus Lodge #161. He was also a lifetime member of Wildlife Action. Mr. Britt served as chief steward of Myrtle Beach Speedway for 20 years. He also served on the Marion County Council as councilman for District 6 for seven years. Mr. Britt was a member of Macedonia United Methodist Church, where he was a member of the Hut Class.
Surviving Mr. Britt, in addition to his wife of the home, are his children, Joe (Mari) Britt of Myrtle Beach, Mike (Vicki) Britt of Mullins, Anne (Jimmy) Rogers of Mullins, and Buddy (Lynn) Britt of Mullins; his grandchildren, Lucas and Ryan Britt, Cody and Jessie Britt, Dusty and Brittany Rogers, Robert and Preston Britt and Allison Sawyer; a great-grandchild, Landon Britt; and two brothers, Harvey (Janette) Britt of Mullins, and Sammy (Rosa Lee) Britt of Mullins.
Mr. Britt was predeceased by two brothers, Willie Britt and Melvin Britt.
A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, January 24, at Macedonia United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Kem Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in Midway Cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
Visitation will be held Saturday evening from 6-8 at Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to Wildlife Action, P.O. Box 866, Mullins, SC 29574.
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Memories and Condolences
for Pearly Britt
Diana Johnson Saults (daughter of the Late Capt. Hoss Johnson)
January 27, 2010
Dearest Britt Family, Please know how very saddened I was to learn of Mr. Pearly's passing. Seems as if he were always a part of the Speedway and definitely will remain a part of it's legacy! May God hold you all close and in the palm of His hand as He comforts you all during this time. All my love!
Bridget Alford Collins and Family
January 25, 2010
Dear Family - Mr Pearly was a wonderful man. I first met him at Myrtle Beach Speedway many years ago when I was a young girl and I so remember his warm friendly smile. He was such a great man. We will continue to remember you in our prayers.
Auby Alford Rogers
January 25, 2010
To the Entire Britt Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. All of you are in my thoughts & prayers.
Doug Owens
January 25, 2010
Joe, I was so sorry to hear about your dad passing. He was a good man. My mom calles and told me last night. If I can do anything for you let me know. I'm sure your gonna miss him. Sincerely Doug and Debbie Owens
Cheryl Langston
January 25, 2010
Dear Mr Pearly's family,
I worked with Mr Pearly around 1988-1990 at the Myrtle Beach Speedway. He was always such a joy to be around and always had a joke to tell. I thought very highly of him.
May God bless you in this time of sorrow. May your memories keep him alive in your heart, and help you get through the coming days of loss and remorse. Mr Pearly would not want you to dwell on your loss but lift him up in laughter and treasured times spent. He was just that kind of man.....good, kind, and a joy.
Sincerely, Cheryl Langston
Ralph Huggins
January 24, 2010
My prayers go out to the Britt family. God Speed Mr. Pearly!
January 24, 2010
Bobby,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Pearly was a wonderful friend and classmate. I have always had fond memories of our times at Mullins High.May you feel the peace that comes from the God who loves you.
Wilma(West) Hosford
tudy& vicki bell
January 24, 2010
we are sorry for your loss. mr pearly was truly a delight to be around. we worked with him at the myrtle beach speedway.
Jackie Medley
January 24, 2010
Vicki and Mike, I am so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my prayers.
john bowen
January 23, 2010
I new pearly. had not seen him for sometime. I hope he is well off was a good buddy when I seen him again in korea. far you that don't know me I am drew once removed. pete bowen I know he will be missed.
Robert Brown
January 23, 2010
Pearly's many years of service and dedication to this community with DNR and more recently as a member of our County Council will be missed. Our thoughts and our prayers are with his family during this time of loss.
Robert Brown & Family
January 23, 2010
Bobbie, we are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. We would be there if we could.Pearly will be remembered with kind thoughts.Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Sincerely, Tommy and Dianne Morris
January 23, 2010
Bobbie, we are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. We would be there if we could.Pearly will be remembered with kind thoughts.Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Sincerely, Tommy and Dianne Morris
Mary Helen Wyatt
January 23, 2010
Dear Bobbie and Children, I will always cherish Pearly's friendship, both on the track and off. I have very fond memories of his warmth and pleasant smile. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Mary Helen Wyatt
Melinda Faison
January 23, 2010
To the Britt family,
My heart and prayers are with all of you during this time. Please always remember the great things Pearly represented and the joy he brought to so many. I have always held Pearly in the greatest regard and cherish the small window of time I was lucky enough to know him. His knowledge, compassion and sense of humor resonate in my memories. His encouragement on the track made more difference than he will ever know.
Peggy Ham
January 23, 2010
Mrs. Bobby, I was sorry to here of Mr. Pearly's passing. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts in your time of mourning.
Betty Jo Hennecy Pittman
January 23, 2010
My memories of Pearly go back to when I would go with my family to Bullard's Lodge and he would be there. He was also a bag boy at one of the grocery stores. At the age of 7 or 8 I developed a huge little girl crush on him. I remember taking him a box of candy when he was in the old Martin Hospital after he broke his collar bone. When he went into the Air Force, he sent me photos and wrote me letters. He made a troubled, unhappy little girl feel very important. While the letters and pictures have long since disappeared, I still have his senior picture he gave me. He was a rare young man to have paid so much attention to a little girl.
To the family, I offer my condolences.
To Pearly, rest in sweet peace. You were always one of the good guys.
arch nobles
January 23, 2010
mr. pearly was not only a relative but a great friend. the short years we spent talking with each other have created a lifetime of good memories. i have not know any finer men in my lifetime. my heart felt sympathy goes out to miss bobby and the rest of the britt family. you will all be in our thoughts and prayers
arch nobles
Betty Baxley
January 23, 2010
Bobby and the rest of the Britt family. Words cannot express what Pearly meant to. As you know, I was his secretary for many many years. He was a great man and a gentleman. He was the greatest boss that anyone could ever have. I miss him terribly. He was at my retirement party. If I can ever help you out in any way, please call me. Please give my sincere condolences to the rest of the family.
January 23, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart and prayers go out to all of you.
Sincerely,
Jean Herring
Ernie and Sherrie Hinson
January 23, 2010
We were so saddened to hear the news about Pearly. What a good man, he was! His character and friendly personality was the perfect combination to be loved by all. Before Mom got sick she always spoke of him with love and great respect and was proud to call him cousin.
He has gone to a better place but has left family and friends with wonderful memories to cherish. Hold them close to your heart and he will be with you everyday....what a gift from God!
We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers as you go through these difficult days. May it help ease the pain,knowing that many share your pain and loss. He will be so missed in this county and this community!
Our love, Ernie and Sherrie Hinson and Family
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