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Poem Tribute for Aunt Annette Celebrating Her Spirit

God called you; Thus Saith the Lord, “Come Unto Me…and Rest”
The best way that I know to accept the unacceptable.

God needed you;
That smile, that glow, that ray of sunshine, that divine soul.

God saw you;
Broken, hurt, in pain, and discouraged.

God healed you;
No more pain, suffering, forgetting, and loneliness.

God moved you;
You are at your final resting place, where the floors are made of marble and gold (fancy, huh?)

Then, why am I still heart-broken and miss you so much?

A poem composed by Dionne Chanel Smith, niece

Pallbearers

Alvin Pike James Antoine Lucas
Will Stubbs James Lucas
Derric Lee

Acknowledgement

The family of Annette Lucas expresses heartfelt appreciation to all who have shared
with us during Annette’s illness and ‘Homegoing Celebration’. May God continue to bless
you all.

The Family

Annette Barnes Lucas

Sunrise: Sunset:
August 6, 1938 October 25, 2020

“A Legacy of Excellence” Monday, November 2, 2020
1:00 P.M.
Legacy Funeral Home & Life Center, Inc.
Legacy Funeral Home Chapel
Stacey B. Reynolds
President/Founder 8968 Fayetteville Road
8968 Fayetteville Road Jonesboro, Georgia 30238
Jonesboro, Georgia 30238
Reverend Mr. Peter B. Swan
770-477-2273 Officiant
Fax 770-477-0009
thelegacyfuneralhome.com



Obituary Order of Celebration

Annette (Barnes) Lucas, affectionately known as “Little Bit” began her life on August 6, 1938 Reverend Mr. Peter B. Swan
St. Philip Benizi Catholic Church
in Gary, Indiana, the fourth of eleven children born to the late Ollie Garfield Barnes, Sr. and Thelma Brooks
Barnes. She transitioned from this life on Sunday, October 25, 2020. Officiating

Annette, having grown up in the “2-5” neighborhood, attended Roosevelt High School, from Gathering Song ‘Going Up Yonder’
grades K-12, graduating with the Class of 1956. She fondly participated in the Glee Club and the school
marching band, enthusiastically playing the French horn. Annette became an active member of St. Monica Opening Prayer Liturgy of the Word
Catholic Church. First Reading
Responsorial Psalm Alvin Pike (Nephew)
Annette pursued degrees from Eastern Illinois University and DePaul University. She worked in Gospel Proclamation
the school systems of Racine, Wisconsin and Chicago, Illinois, as a speech therapist and was a tireless New Testament Wisdom 3:1-6, 9 Alvin Pike
delegate for the Chicago Teachers Union. After serving students for thirty plus years, Annette retired from Psalm 23 Diana Satterfield (Sister)
Alex Haley Academy Elementary School. John:14:1-6 Reverend Mr. Peter B. Swan
II Corinthians 5:1 & John 14:1-3 Lawrence Hughes (Nephew) video
Annette was an active member in many social and civic groups, including The Red Hats, The South
Holland Master Chorale, Glen Woods Keno, and Growing, Learning, Serving, Inc. (GLS). Patients and staff Homily Ecclesiastes 3:1-4 & Isaiah 25:7-8 Reverend Mr. Peter B. Swan
at Ingalls Memorial Hospital genuinely enjoyed her volunteerism. Prayers of the Faithful Reverend Mr. Peter B. Swan
The Lord’s Prayer Alvin Pike
Annette rarely missed mass at St. John’s Catholic Church where she participated as a Lector and Old Testament Terrill A. Barnes (Nephew) video
sang with the choir.
Sign of Peace ‘Do Not Pass Me By’ Ashley Satterfield video
She gave her all to her pastimes. Annette was proficient at bowling, sewing, puzzles, painting and Meditation Song
crocheting. She was a master Sudoku player. She loved watching tennis, especially those Williams sisters. Donna Satterfield Blair (Niece)
Annette loved sports! Acknowledgements & Personal Reflection
Dontray Hobbs video
Annette enjoyed traveling (in and out of the country) with family members and her long-time Obituary (Read in Silence) ‘I Won’t Complain’ Lenora Barnes (Sister) video
friend, Dr. Evonne Blakey. Solo Donna Smith (Sister) video
Words of Remembrance Michelle Barnes (Niece) video
Annette thoroughly enjoyed family get-togethers and frequently served as a hostess in her home Evonne Blakey (Friend) video
for many events. She could fix a “mean” pot of greens! Reflection Videos Donna Smith video
Ashley Satterfield video
After residing in Glenwood, IL and Flossmoor, IL, Annette relocated to Stockbridge, GA, to be near Prayer of Peace & Comfort for Family
her son, Chip, who resides in Atlanta. The move to Atlanta allowed James, a Delta Air Lines pilot, as well
as Annette’s sister Diana Satterfield and niece Donna Blair additional opportunities to spend time with her Song of Farewell ‘Precious Lord’
and continue to create memorable moments.
Final Commendation
Her loving son, James Antoine Lucas (Chip), mourns his mother’s passing. Deeply grieving her
loss are siblings, Katherine (Barnes) Lorden, Ollie Barnes, Jr., Thomas V. Barnes, Betty Barnes, Milton Recessional Hymn ‘I’ll Fly Away’
Barnes, Jeanette (Barnes) Pike (Alvin), Lenora Barnes, Edward L. Barnes, Donna J. Smith and Diana B.
Satterfield. Interment

Remembering her with love are devoted relatives, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a Forest Hills Memorial Gardens
multitude of friends. Her former husband, James Lucas, remained a steadfast and early presence in her 722 Conley Road
life.
Forest Park, Georgia 30274
Annette will be missed by many. She brought enlightenment to so many lives and will forever hold
a special place in our hearts. Remembering “Little Bit” with a lot of love.