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1938
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2023
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Mattie Adams Obituary
Mother of Civil Rights Activist Axel Adams
NEW ELLENTON - Mattie Bell Cato Adams transitioned on Thursday, September 28, 2023, and was surrounded by her loving and caring children, and grandchildren at Aiken Regional Medical Center. Mattie was born on November 8, 1938, in Savannah, GA in Chatham County. She is the daughter of the late Annie Bell Smith Griffin, and the late Charlie Cato II. She is one of seven children, all of whom preceded her in death: Nettie Bell Porter, Charlie Cato, III, William Cato, George Cato, Viola Williams, Judy Griffin. Mattie was raised by her aunt, Geneva (Ninchie) Rogers and her children, Marilyn Rice, Robert Rogers, and Jimmy Rogers were like siblings. At an early age, she joined the Runs Missionary Baptist Church in Beech Island, SC.
Mattie received her education in the Aiken County Public Schools. She loved spending time with her family, she had a passion for cooking, and vacationing. Mattie worked for Jackson Sportswear for many years. Upon leaving there she was employed at M&M services at Savannah River Site where she worked faithfully until her retirement.
Mattie was married to Albert R. Adams Sr. who preceded her in death. She was preceded in death by her daughter Cindy Stewart, and step-son, Albert Adams Jr She leaves to cherish her memories: her children, David Williams, New Ellenton, SC, Debra (Atty. Leon) Green, Aiken, SC, Lee Anthony (Lureatha) Adams, Aiken, SC, Hon. Axel D. Adams, Atlanta, GA; Fifteen Grandchildren, Karen (Lance)Robinson, Leon Green Jr, Tara (Timothy)Weldon, Cindy Green, D'andria Terry, Candice Terry, Tyrail Stewart, Latoya (Sheridan)Mack, Anthony Adams, Melissa Perry, Justin Adams, Tynesha Williams, Jazmyn Adams, Sherice Green, and Shantravia (Christopher) Turner; twenty-seven Great Grandchildren, and seven Great- Great Grandchildren; two sisters In-law, Dorothy Cato, Beech Island, SC and Eartha Rogers, New Ellenton, SC and a host nieces, nephews, cousins, other family and friends.
Funeral services will be held 1 PM Saturday, October 7, 2023 (Viewing from 12 Noon) at the Runs Missionary Baptist Church 717 Williston Rd Beech Island, SC 29842, Rev Stevie Berry, Pastor. . Friends may call the residence, 803-652- 0985 or visit JACKSON-BROOKS FUNERAL HOME, 606 Main ST. NE, New Ellenton, SC. Friday from 3-8 PM.
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EA
October 28, 2023
My deepest condolences. May God's Holy Spirit be with the family. I pray that he brings comfort to you all at this difficult time.
Sheila Danforth Hall
October 7, 2023
Our family join yours in grieving the loss of your dear mother. We pray God´s strength on you all during this time of transition.
The Danforth´s, Aiken, SC
Gloria Toomer & Family
October 7, 2023
My sincere condolences and deepest sympathy during this difficult time. May God give you strength and comfort.
The Taylor family
October 7, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
The Danridge Family
October 5, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
We offer our condolences as you celebrate the life of your loved one.
Gladys Floyd
October 4, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
MR & MRS CHARLES G TURNER , SR & FAMILY
October 4, 2023
TO MY COUSINS
MY FAMILY AND I WERE SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR MOTHER'S PASSING. WE HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS WILL BE A COMFORT TO ALL OF YOU.
It´s God´s Will And We Must Comply
By: Charles G. Turner, Sr.
Life is uncertain,
But as sure as we are born one day we must die
Sometimes we sit and wonder why
The fact is it´s God´s will and we must comply
Throughout our lives we live through happiness and sadness
And many toils and strife
And when our earthly life is over
We enter into our "eternal life"
Whenever a loved one or friend makes their earthly depart
It is natural for it to bring hurt and sorrow to our heart
And to deal with our loss we grieve, mourn, and cry
In all essence we must remember this is God´s will and we must all comply
For those of us that are left behind
We must cherish the special memories
And keep them all in mind
Just remember it is not for us to question why we have to die
It´s God´s will and we all have to comply.
May God Bless and comfort all of you
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