Fannie Mae Braxton, age 101, of Birmingham, Alabama transitioned peacefully on July 16, 2020 surrounded by her family. The Celebration of Life services will be held Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 11:00 am from the Twenty-Second Avenue Baptist Church located at 2614 - 22nd Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35207 with interment in Zion Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 22, 2020 from 1-6 pm at Smith & Gaston Southside Chapel, 102 - 6th Avenue SW. FACE MASKS ARE REQUIRED. SOCIAL DISTANCING WILL BE ENFORCED.

Fannie Mae Braxton was born on May 8, 1919, to the late Freddie Robinson and Sally Sharper in Demopolis, Alabama. She confessed Christ at an early age.

Fannie was the epitome of a Proverbs 31 woman. She equipped herself with the spiritual, mental, and physical fitness for her God-given task. She spoke with skillful and godly wisdom, and faithful instruction was on her tongue. She watched over the affairs of her household and did not eat the bread of idleness. Many daughters have done noble things, but Fannie surpasses them all.

Heavenly bound…Fannie fought the good fight of faith, and on Thursday, July 16, 2020, she answered the Master's call surrounded by her loving family.

Fannie Mae Braxton leaves to cherish her memory: a loving and devoted sister, Margaret Black; six daughters: Ethel Hill, Irene Harkins, Joyce Braxton, Deborah Braxton, Deserine Graze, and Gloria Edwards; comprising a legacy of five generations (234) 15 children; 43 grandchildren; 72 great grandchildren; 65 great-great grandchildren; and 38 great-great-great grandchildren.

Fannie was preceded in death by her parents, Freddie Robinson and Sally Sharper; her husband, George Braxton; her sons: George Braxton, Jr., Robert Braxton and Willie Braxton; and her daughters: Louise Foster, Mary Louise Williams, and Augusta Weston. Now, they all are together again.