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Ms. Mary Little Bannister, age 75, of Fayetteville, GA passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on February 18, 2018.
Ms. Bannister was born on February 16, 1943 in Lenoir, NC to the late George and Edith Jones. She grew up in Granite Falls, NC alongside her brother and sisters. Ms. Bannister is a Veteran of the United States Army. She began her service in the Women’s Army Corps and served as an Army Journalist and she was the first female on a firing squad for a military funeral detail. Her military career brought her to the Atlanta area in 1975 where she remained. She had a successful 25 year career as an office manager for Number One Electric in Fayetteville, Ga following a career spanning various fields. She has been active in several churches including Sandy Ridge Baptist Church in Hickory, NC, Clover Baptist Church in Granite Falls, NC, and Lisbon Baptist Church in Fayetteville where she was a Sunday School teacher for the 2 year old class and participated in the Senior women’s group.
Ms. Bannister enjoyed finding humor in the world around her. She loved flowers and enjoyed gardening. She was an avid reader, frequently visiting the local library and could often be found checking out novels and mystery books. Cooking, cook books and searching for the perfect recipes were also passions of hers. She was a lover of animals and helped feed and care for local feral cats.
Along with her parents, Ms. Bannister was preceded in death by her husband of 31 years: Harold Bannister; her first husband and father of her children: Kenneth R. Little; her brother and 2 sisters: Bruce Jones, Judy Smith and Susan Swink; and loyal canine companion of 20 years: Buster. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law: Kenneth and Paula Little of Conover, NC; daughter and son-in-law: Donna and Robby Morgan of Columbus, Ga; grandson: Scott Morgan; her beloved cats: Precious and Charlie Mae; cherished grand-cats: Black Jack, Ruby and Junie B. Ms. Bannister is also survived by several nieces, nephews, numerous close friends and her church family.
Ms. Bannister’s family would like to extend their gratitude to Southern Grace Hospice, whose staff lovingly cared for Ms. Bannister in her final weeks of life.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 2:00 PM at Lisbon Baptist Church, 1662 GA-85, Fayetteville, GA 30215. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Southern Grace Hospice, RescueCats.org or Lisbon Baptist Church.
The Bannister family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 1086 Hwy 54 West, Fayetteville.
Mary Lou Fischer says
Thank you for sharing the details of your mother’s wonderful and happy life . . . she was very special and showed kindness to many. I found comfort when my parents passed knowing that when they opened their eyes again they would be in Heaven in the presence of our Lord.
I am very sorry for your loss and I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Vicky says
Paula and Kenny I am so sorry hearing of your loss. We will be praying for you and the entire family. We love you and know we are here for you anytime.
Sherrie Bailey says
My prayers are with your family at this time.
Janis Allison says
My heart is hurting for you & your family. Even though I didn’t know your mother Kenny, I know she was a wonderful person because of the son she raised & the woman he married. May you find comfort in knowing that when she closed her eyes here on this earth, she opened them in heaven, her eternal home, & saw Jesus, with her brand new body free of pain. You’ll see her again.💕Prayers for you & your family.
Lupita Escobar says
So sorry Donna
I don’t your mother, but it seems she was a sweet and loved lady. So proud of her service in the Army, my sister of the Army!
God bless her and your family.
Lupita Escobar
Margo Gillham says
I miss my “Little Mary” greatly! I know where she is and I’ll see her again one day! Loved Mary!!
Teresa says
I am so sorry Kenny Paula and Donna for your loss…my heart goes out to you all. Mary was a dear friend to me and I am so heartbroken to know I can’t hug her..laugh or cry..with her anymore. We had such a special bond that I will miss everyday! She loved her family and friends very much! Prayers and hugs to all of you and your family!
Lynn Dolan says
I am so blessed to have known you and now you can be with Jesus as He says “well done, good and faithful servant.” You were a blessing to all of us at Lisbon, especially the children. Condolences to your children and family.
christine smith says
Please accept our condolences. It is our hope that you receive comfort and peace from God. (2 Cor. 1: 3&4)