Andrew Bobby Britt

andrew britt

Andrew “Bobby” Britt, age 90, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025.

He was the son of the late Essie Garner Britt and Andrew “Dewey” Britt. He is survived by wife Edwina;  son Andy (Helen) son David (Donna) 3 grandchildren and one great grandchild. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews and friends.

He was a devoted husband to Edwina for over 69 years. While he was a man of few words, his actions spoke volumes. He worked for Union Carbide for over 25 years, and was recognized as a skilled machine operator with over a decade of perfect attendance. He was a lifelong member of Smyrna Church. He sang in the choir, was a regular with Methodist Men, and served on many committees over the years. He was the unofficial handyman, assistant groundskeeper, led the tape ministry and built many beautiful and functional pieces to aid in church services. He was a good neighbor, always helping those in need. Whether it was fixing things, building ramps, or solving everyday problems. He was gifted in many areas. He was passionate about woodworking, keeping the yard up, farming, driving tractors, shooting, etc. He loved sharing his hobbies with his grandchildren.

Funeral service 2 PM, Sunday, August 3, 2025 at Smyrna Church, with Reverend Farrell Hussey officiating. Burial, with military honors, will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends following the service in the Smyrna Family Center.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Smyrna Church Cemetery Fund, 203 Smyrna Church, Robbins, NC 27325.

Kennedy Funeral Home is honored to serve the Britt family.

Condolences on line at pinesfunerals.com

Services

Funeral Service: August 3, 2025 2:00 pm

Smyrna Church
203 Smyrna Church Road
Robbins, NC 27325

464-3188

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  1. We love Bobby so much. He was a special light in my life. He and Edwina loved the landscaping at the church. They always loved pruning the shrubs at the church. They showed such love to us all at church. Both always smiling Love them both and I have so much respect for them. Bobby will truly be missed. I loved talking to him every Sunday. Love to his family.

  2. Prayers and love to Bobby’s family!! He will be greatly missed at our church, Smyrna. Always supportive and smiling!!! He was very crafty in his woodworking and donated several pieces for our Shoebox Ministry!! He is be missed greatly and we loved him so much.
    Pam & Arnold Hussey

  3. Andy, Helen, Katie and Steven. Love and prayers to each of you in your loss. What a great man Bobby was! I always enjoyed visiting there and listening to his stories. God bless you.

    Mickey

  4. So sorry to hear about Bobby. He was a great man with such good qualities. My husband and Bobby and Edwina rode to work together for many years. He was always the same. Love them both. My thoughts, prayers and sympathy are with all the family

  5. So sorry for your loss. Edwina and Bobby were family and were so good to visit my mom and dad. RIP. I’ll see you again!

  6. We are praying for you all. Hoping you can take comfort in knowing Bobby is in the arms of Jesus.

  7. So sorry Mrs. Britt, Andy, Helen, Steven, Katie, Nigel, Family and Friends, You know Andy you and your family have been great friends to me for some half century, inviting me to visit at your mom and dad’s where I enjoyed the codemeraderie and home cooked meals. Your mom and dad always made me feel like family while they reminded me of my own mom and dad per their strong work ethic and Christian values. I admire the Love and care you’ve shown your parent’s driving a great distance in their time’s of need to be there for them. As I write this my eye’s tear up for you, your family and friend’s as I mis my parent’s and my brother whom recently passed. You, your Mom, Family and Friend’s are in my thoughts and prayers.

  8. Mrs. Britt, Andy, David and family,
    Kim and l are grieved for you all in your loss of Mr. Britt. A kind, friendly and encouraging man. He will be missed. May God cradle you all in His loving arms in your grief now and in the days to come. We love you. Kim and Bruce Williams

  9. To the Britt family,

    I’m so sorry for the loss of Bobby. He was such a nice man and I know the family will miss him greatly.

    Thinking of you.

  10. Bobby and Edwina will always be remembered by folks they came in contact with, especially me. A better couple would be hard pressed to find. I really don’t remember any time when a smile was not on either of their faces when meeting them. God put the pair together to light up this ole world. I surly know that Bobby and Edwina both have been a blessing to me!!

    Always with love, Edwina and Family

    Jan McPherson (Retired HR /Nurse with Union Carbide/Eveready Battery/Energizer (no telling what it will be called next))


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