Annis A. Booth

ANNIS ARA GREEN, oldest daughter of the late Edward and Fannie Green, was born May 15, 1910 in Smithfield, Virginia, and she departed this life on Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 11:22 p.m. She was one of six siblings and was reared in a devoted and religious family. The early education of Annis was at the Isle of Wight Elementary School located in Smithfield, Virginia. As a youngster, she was an apt scholar and this ability continued into her secondary education. While Mother was still a teenager, her family relocated to Baltimore, Maryland. It was here that she completed her high-school requirements and graduated with honors. During this period, the Green family united with the Faith Baptist Church, which was then under the direction and leadership of the late Dr. Simon Williamson. Annis, at the age of 17, was baptized on the fifteenth day of January in the year 1928. She remained a faithful member for 78 years and was a member of the Sunrise Echoes for several years until this choir was combined with the others. Mother would always say, "I do not have a great voice, but I truly love my choir and church." After becoming settled in her religious affiliation and more familiar with her environment, Mom began looking around and made friends and met a dashing young man by the name of Collett Booth. They met in the small town of Sparrows Point, Maryland, where my dad was temporarily employed. At the age of twenty-two years, Mom and Dad were married, and this relationship endured for 65 beautiful years. During this marriage, two daughters, Camilla and Carletta, were born. As a young wife, Annis was kept busy maintaining a spotless home. I recall even today how Mother's windows actually sparkled, especially in the sunshine. Mom never neglected her girls, and during our formative years she was always home with us. In addition to being an excellent wife, mother and homemaker, Annis, for many years, enjoyed performing her two favorite hobbies of cooking, especially baking, and doing beautiful embroidery. Unfortunately, my sister and I never mastered these hobbies. Mother leaves to cherish her memory - two daughters - Camilla B. Peterson and her husband Ronald; Carletta B. Briscoe and her husband George, and one brother, Therle Green. In addition, there are three sisters-in-law, Mary Green, Mabel Williams and her husband, Basil and Gertie Williams. Also remaining are a host of nephews, nieces and cousins. Mom, you are no longer with us physically, but you will always be with us spiritually and remain in our hearts forever. You are now with God, the angels and Dad.

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Annis A. Booth

May 15, 1910 - May 30, 2006