Annibelle C. Palmer

Annibelle C. Palmer, affectionately known as “Cleo” was born on March 16, 1929 to William Josiah and Barbara Paige, in Antigua and Barbuda. A beloved resident of Rahway, Annibelle passed away on February 14, 2026, at the age of 96, she lived a long and fulfilling life, leaving behind cherished memories for all who knew her.

Annibelle was a woman of strength, grace, and unwavering faith. She was tough yet deeply loving, straightforward yet endlessly giving. She carried herself with dignity and was always beautifully dressed, a true reflection of her no-nonsense spirit and pride.

Annibelle loved God wholeheartedly and found joy in attending church, walking, shopping, and caring for her home and family. Being a homemaker was not just her role, it was her ministry. Through her steady hands and faithful heart, she built a legacy rooted in love, discipline, and devotion.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William Palmer, and her son, Alex Paige.

She leaves to cherish her memory her children: Arnold Josiah, Keithlyn Trotman, Henry Milstrey, and Fredrica Bryant (Mercerlino Bryant). She also leaves behind 16 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and a host of family and friends whose lives were touched by her wisdom, strength, and unwavering love.

Annibelle Palmer’s life was a testament to faith, resilience, and the power of a woman who stood firm in her beliefs. Her legacy will continue to live on through the generations she nurtured and the family she held together with love and determination.

She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

A visitation will be held on February 21, 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. The funeral service will follow at 12:00 pm on the same day at McCracken Funeral Home, 1500 Morris Avenue, Union, New Jersey, 07083.

A committal service will be held at Hollywood Memorial Park, located at 1500 Stuyvesant Avenue, Union, New Jersey, 07083.