Mrs. Annette Boozer Wicker

Mrs. Annette Boozer Wicker, daughter of the late Mr.Fred Boozer and the late Mrs. Inez Gary Boozer, was born June 25, 1930, in Newberry, South Carolina. She entered into Eternal Rest on February 28, 2016, at White Oak Manor in Newberry, SC.

She was a member of Trinity A.M.E. Church in Newberry, SC.

She was also a member of the Retired Teachers Association and the Rosette Bridge Club. Following her graduation from Drayton Street High School, Newberry, SC, she entered Allen University, Columbia, SC, at the age of sixteen and earned a Bachelor’s Degree. She received her Master’s Degree from South Carolina State College in Orangeburg, SC. Mrs. Wicker was employed by Newberry County School District and she taught at Garmany Elementary School, Mid Carolina High School and Newberry High School. She also was employed with Batesville/Leesville School District for several years.

She enjoyed playing Bridge and spending time with her grandchildren.

Her husband, Mr. Hubert Wicker, Sr. and granddaughter, Shirrenia Wicker, preceded her to Heaven.

Those who celebrate her life cherish loving memories include her daughter, Connie Wicker Young (Jacob) of Newberry, SC; two sons, Hubert Wicker, Jr. (Deborah) of Newberry, SC and Gallman Wicker, Sr. (Hazel) of Sumter, SC; eight grandchildren, Katrena, Kim, Keisha, Monica, Quentell, Terrell, Tavin and Gallman, Jr.; 11 greatgrandchildren; a devoted cousin, Johnnie Harrington of Wilmington, NC; three sisters-in-law, Clara W. King (Leon) of Orlando, Florida and Azalee W. Glenn (Earl) of Miami, Florida; and Benzena Wicker of Newberry, SC; a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at 3:30 P.M. Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at Saint Matthew Baptist Church, 61 Boundary Street, Newberry, SC (viewing one hour prior to the service). Burial will follow in Werts Cemetery in Newberry, SC.

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