Annis Riggs Beavers' Obituary
On November 17, 2020, Annis Beavers passed away at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital. Annis was surrounded by her loving family.
Annis Holland Riggs was born February 2, 1935 in Morehead City, NC to Leavy and Olive Riggs. She graduated from Newport Consolidated School and not long after, married the love of her life, Ledrew Beavers Sr. Together, they shared more than thirty years of marriage and now they are joyfully reunited.
Annis lived her life with quiet strength and an unbreakable sense of goodness and integrity. She worked as a special needs educator for over thirteen years, which suited her empathetic heart. Known for having a mischievous smile and a gentle wit, Annis also enjoyed sewing, reading, and gardening. Her charm, generosity, and fighting spirit will forever be cherished by those who knew her.
Annis’s pride and joy were her five children: Drew Beavers Jr, who passed away in 1990; Janet Forrester(husband, Carl Forrester) who reside in Hope Mills, NC; Joan Biller, who resides in Powder Springs, GA; Cherry Cox(husband, Wayne Cox), who reside in Kennesaw, GA; and Kathy Biller, who resides in Douglas County, GA. Annis is also survived by 6 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren, and her kindness and strength of spirit will live on with them.
Private family services to be held. Interment will occur at Sunrise Memorial Gardens.
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