90 Years Ago
This week's story celebrates the life of Annie Belle Black, the daughter of Thomas Harris Black (1842–1915) and Celestia Elizabeth Norris Black (1847–1920). Born on December 20, 1879, in Alabama, Annie's journey reminds us that even a life of just 55 years can leave a lasting impact. She passed away on February 6, 1935, and found her eternal resting place in the city cemetery, a testament to a vibrant life lived.
Annie was a well-loved aunt who played a significant role in the lives of her nieces and nephews, helping to raise them. Her nephew, Tom O'Brien, came from Atmore, while John Ed O'Brien and Herbert Black traveled from Sylacauga at the time of her passing. Although she never married and did not have children of her own, Annie dedicated much of her life to nurturing two families: her sister, Mrs. W.D. O'Brien's family, and her brother W.E. Black's family.
Annie often visited her family, making numerous trips to Sylacauga and Birmingham. She even traveled to Atlanta to spend time with relatives. In 1932 and other years, she enjoyed extended vacations at her uncle's house in St. Petersburg, Florida, during the winter months.
Annie was a Daughter of The American Revolution, DAR #77740. Record
Miss Annie Belle Black
Birth Place Dadeville, Ala., Relative John Harris. Father Thomas H. Black
Mother Celestia E. Black
DAR ID Number: 77740; Born in Dadeville, Ala.; Descendant of John Harris. ; Daughter of Thomas H. Black and Celestia E. Black, his wife, m. 1870. ; Granddaughter of Samuel C. Black (1815-96) and Mary McLendon (1821-1903); his wife, m. 1836 (parents of Thomas). ; Gr-granddaughter of Simeon McLendon (b. 1791) and Bethany Harris (b. 1805), his wife, m. 1820. ; Gr-gr-granddaughter of John Harris and Bethany Lowe, his wife. ; John Harris served as private under Col. Elijah Clark. At the close of the Revolution, he was living in Wilkes County, Georgia. He died after 1784. 
During her final days, she resided in the cherished home of her brother, W.E. Black, who had sadly passed away in 1925, along with his beloved wife, who followed him two years later in 1927. When she passed away, a deep sense of loss was felt in the community. Her funeral was held in the same warm and familiar setting where her brother's service took place, at their family home, at 10 AM, with Rev. L.M. Jones presiding. The community came together to share their fond memories of her, expressing how exceptional she was and how deeply they adored her.
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/50401551/annie_belle_black
This week's story celebrates the life of Annie Belle Black, the daughter of Thomas Harris Black (1842–1915) and Celestia Elizabeth Norris Black (1847–1920). Born on December 20, 1879, in Alabama, Annie's journey reminds us that even a life of just 55 years can leave a lasting impact. She passed away on February 6, 1935, and found her eternal resting place in the city cemetery, a testament to a vibrant life lived.
Annie was a well-loved aunt who played a significant role in the lives of her nieces and nephews, helping to raise them. Her nephew, Tom O'Brien, came from Atmore, while John Ed O'Brien and Herbert Black traveled from Sylacauga at the time of her passing. Although she never married and did not have children of her own, Annie dedicated much of her life to nurturing two families: her sister, Mrs. W.D. O'Brien's family, and her brother W.E. Black's family.
Annie often visited her family, making numerous trips to Sylacauga and Birmingham. She even traveled to Atlanta to spend time with relatives. In 1932 and other years, she enjoyed extended vacations at her uncle's house in St. Petersburg, Florida, during the winter months.
During her final days, she resided in the cherished home of her brother, W.E. Black, who had sadly passed away in 1925, along with his beloved wife, who followed him two years later in 1927. When she passed away, a deep sense of loss was felt in the community. Her funeral was held in the same warm and familiar setting where her brother's service took place, at their family home, at 10 AM, with Rev. L.M. Jones presiding. The community came together to share their fond memories of her, expressing how exceptional she was and how deeply they adored her.
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/50401551/annie_belle_black
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