Lois Richardson Brittain

Mrs. Brittain was born in Columbus County, November 21, 1935 and was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Ruth Ezzell Richardson. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Hubert Brittain, a son Perry Brittain and a brother, James Richardson. She graduated from Southport High School in 1954. She was retired from the Brunswick County School System. She attended Brunswick Technical College and received her certifications in teaching elementary and special needs children and a Nursing Aid. It was her passion to help patients and children. In addition, she was a lifetime member of Antioch Baptist Church and The Eastern Star of Southport. She was an avid softball player. She loved God, family and friends.

She is survived by a son, Allen Brittain and wife Cindy of Southport, a daughter, Meleta Humbert and husband Glenn of Shallotte; six grandchildren, Brittany and husband Ethan, Maranda and husband David, Katelyn and husband George, Morgan, Alex and Maddi; great- grandchildren, Riley, Annalee, Luke, Carly, Teagan and Jack; a brother, Liston Richardson; two sister in-laws, Velma Richardson and Elaine Phelps and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Sunday April 3, 2022 at three o’clock in the afternoon at Antioch Baptist Church with Reverend Anthony Clemmons officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Her grandchildren will serve as pallbearers.

The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be directed to the Meals on Wheels program of Supply or the Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery fund.

You may offer online condolences at www.peacocknewnamwhite.com.

Peacock Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport