Annie Blackwell
Annie Moore (Williams) Blackwell peacefully departed from her life on earth, Sunday, December 6th, 2015, surrounded by her loving family.
Annie was born to Annie Lou (Moore) and Henry Marcus Williams on August 11th, 1933, in Talledaga, Alabama. After graduation from Stephen F Austin Reagan High School, she attended Elliott Business School, College of the Mainland, and the University of Houston.
Annie was active in her children’s school, serving as PTO President and as a long – term substitute teacher. She spent her professional career in the Real Estate field, including Stewart Title Company, as well as serving as an Executive Officer for the Gulf Coast Board of Realtors. In addition, Annie and Jerry owned and managed Blackwell Real Estate.
Annie was an outgoing and caring person, who won the hearts of many with her wit, charm, and contagious laugh. She loved her family, friends, and relationships, unconditionally. Annie held a deep bond with her brothers and sisters, and had a special place in her heart for all of her nieces, nephews, and their children. She was a loving mother to her four children, a beloved Grandmother (a.k.a. MeeMaw) of 6, Great Grandmother of 4, and a favorite Aunt to many. Annie departs this earth leaving a legacy of instilling love for family and friends, as well as Christian values within her children and grandchildren, and all those who knew her. Her reach was far and her light shined bright.
Ann was preceded in death by her Step-son, Richard J. Blackwell, Sisters: Mary Ruth Ellis (Rusty), Jerry Colwell (Bill), and Opal Olszewski
Brothers: H.T. (Jack) Williams (Joyce) and Emmett (E.R) Ralph (Billie) Williams. Annie is survived by her devoted husband of 57 years, Jerry Louis Blackwell.
Her brother, James W. (Jimmy) Williams. Children: Gene and Denise Blackwell, Tom Blackwell, Ruth Ann and Shane Patrick, Grandchildren; James Steven Blackwell, Arienne Long, Afton Blackwell, Ryan Blackwell, Erin Blackwell, and Rylee Annabeth Patrick. Great Grandchildren Jacob, Amena, Avery, and Spencer.
The family will receive friends at the Webster Crowder Funeral Home Thursday, December 10, from 6:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 11, at 11:00 a.m., at the Webster Crowder Funeral Home. Burial at Forest Park East.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Your in our prayers. Love Loell & Gennie Ernst
Tom and family-
Sending you my deepest condolences and prayers for strength and peace.
Katrina
Prayers and Love For All of You!
If I didn’t know I’d see her again with Jesus, I’d be devastated. We talked long and much about Heaven. Happy days lie ahead for me when I see her again.
What a beautiful and full life she led. I spent many days and nights at that wonderful Blackwell home, which was full of infectious laughter. And hers was usually the loudest. My condolences and heartfelt prayers and love are with you all.
Her legacy lives on.
Love you sweet Ruth! So sorry to hear about your mom. Beautiful woman indeed!
Stephanie
She was such good friends with my Mom and I used to “sit” for you’ll when you all were younger. Ann fixed my hair for me for my Senior year for Prom night. Oh what fun and laughter we had. I thank God for all those precious memories. I know that she is visiting with my mom and dad now and that makes me smile. May God Bless you all and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
My deepest sympathy to all who knew and loved Ms Annie. We only communicated on FB, and I was drawn to her spirit. She graciously shared comments about her great grandchildren, which I loved to hear. I regret never meeting her and cherish the impact she made on me. There are times in your life when someone very special connects to your sole, Ms Annie was such a precious person.