In loving memory of

Minnie Bell Truitt
May 9, 1932 - October 24, 2010

Ms. Minnie Bell (Mu, Mint) Todd-Truitt, daughter of the late John and Julia Bell Todd was born May 9, 1932 in Harris County, Georgia. She was called home on Sunday, October 24, 2010 at West Georgia Hospice, LaGrange, Georgia.

Minnie Bell accepted Christ as united with the Union Springs Baptist Church, Whitesville, GA.

She received her education in the Harris County Public Schools.

Minnie Bell Truitt was preceded in death by her youngest son, Carlton Truitt, two sisters, Kate Bridges and Eunice Booker, three brothers, John Thomas Todd, Robert Todd, and Johnnie Roy (Todd) Davidson.

Mint is survived by her nine children, Leonard (Brenda) Truitt III, West Point, GA; Willie H. (Loretta) Truitt, Lanett, AL; Virginia F. Truitt-Grier, Judith E. Truitt, Francina Truitt, ,Sarah L. Truitt, Atlanta, GA; Juanita Truitt-Trammell, LaGrange, GA, Sandra A Truitt and Lisa M. Truitt-Brewer, West Point, GA, 22 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, one sister, Hattie Mae Trammell, West Point, GA; two brothers, Willie Henry Todd (Brooklyn, NY) and Eddie Joe Todd of LaGrange Georgia, a host of nieces and nephews, one sister-in-law, Emma Todd of LaGrange Georgia, and a special Godly Family, Mrs. Billie Wilson and son, John Wilson.


Interment: Marseilles Cemetery,
Hwy. 29, West Point, GA 31833

Tributes

Ashley brooks/great grandchild wrote on Nov 14, 2010:

"I love you so much muh and already missing you walking around the house cokking and laughing never being sad. YOUR THE BEST!!!! GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN~"

BIANCA BAKER GRANDDUAGHTER wrote on Nov 8, 2010:

"my Grandma Mu who I love so much and will miss so very much it im gonna miss those days when we layed on those beds right across from each other. The nights we talked to eachother and laughed before we closed our eyes. I LOVE U MU with all my heart and I miss u already! see u later.. LOVE UR MISS B.. NOW REST LOVE "

Cynthia Burgess/ Francina friend wrote on Nov 5, 2010:

"To the Truitt Family sorry for your loss."

DAUGHTER wrote on Nov 5, 2010:

"I LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH YOU WILL ALWAYS BE WITH ME IN HEART AND IN SPIRIT KEEP WATCH OVER US LOVE ALWAYS FRANT"

Rhonda Sands Wilson wrote on Nov 3, 2010:

"You will be truly missed, I will miss seeing you at Givorns and in the lottery lines, I will contnue to pray for your families strength!"

La'Sha Heard wrote on Nov 3, 2010:

"My prayers are with you."

Sierra Whidby wrote on Oct 30, 2010:

"My prays are with you everyday and nights with much love Sierra Whidby"

Sherman & Rosa/ friend of family wrote on Oct 30, 2010:

"Love you "

Whitney/ Grand child wrote on Oct 30, 2010:

"Gone but not forgotten, love you mu"

West Point High Class of '79 wrote on Oct 30, 2010:

"Sarah & Family, The WPHS Class of 1979 have you in our prayers. May God bless each and every one of you."

Natasha Perry, Friend of Sarah wrote on Oct 30, 2010:

"The word of God says that we are the Light of the World. We must shine for all to see. Ms. Minnie Bell let her light shine, so this candle represents her light that is now shining in heaven. Natasha Perry"

Friend of Sarah wrote on Oct 30, 2010:

"Sarah, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. I know God has his arms around you. I pray your continued strength in the Lord. Sincerely, Natasha Perry"

Stephanie Williams a co-worker of Sandra wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"Sandra my heart goes out to u and the Family on a time like this.May God Bless u and ur"

MS ADAMS(DESTINEY) wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"MISS YOU "

LISA, YOUR DAUGHTER wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"LOVE YOU MUH"

BUTTER BEAN AND MS. KING.YOUR GREAT GRAND KIDS. wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"LOVE YOU MUH."

JUDY, YOUR DAUGHTER wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"I LOVE YOU MUH,NOW YOUR CANE IS ON MY WRIST."

SANDRA(BONE).YOUR DAUGHTER wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"I LOVE YOU MUH, GOING TO MISS BEING YOUR PILOT, NOW GOD IS YOUR PILOT, KEEP MOVING."

THE TRUITT BROTHERS, MAN , KEN, TRE. YOUR GRANDSON wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"MISS YOU MINNIE T. JOKES ALIVE GRANDMA"

brenda and leonard. son and daughter-in-law wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"love you always"

juanita,your daughter wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"love you"

Granddaughter Krishana's coworker wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"May the Lord grant you and your family strength. My prayers to all of you. Love Sandra Mayo "

Jenique Friend wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"My prayer are with the family!"

friend wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"My prayer are with you!"

Marsha Boyd- Friend of Virgina's wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"I did not know her but I knew Virgina, if she was anything like Virgina I know she was a wonderful person. I want to give my condolences to the family "

Caroline Chandler wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"Sarah,I am truly saddened by the passing of your mother, my heart felt condolences goes out to you and your family. She will be missed by all who knew her because she was such sweet kind and friendly woman, she will definetly be one of heaven most perfect angels."

granddaughters co-worker wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"Krishana you and you family are in our prayers. Lots of love Earnestine and COA EMT "

Faye, your daughter wrote on Oct 29, 2010:

"Rest Mu in His care..... Cause we know that you are there... Still watching over us... With that smile of yours, so bright and fair. Your memories and the love you shown, not just to us, but to those who were all alone... Those kind words and the wisdom you told will never, never grow old... You are free now and no mo pain... And we will see you again.. I LOVE YOU MU"

BUD G.W.GILLIAM wrote on Oct 28, 2010:

"To my brothersands sisters of The TRUITT FAMILY WE THE MEMBERS OF THE GILLIAM FAMILY SEND YOU OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS .GOD SAYS I WILL PUT KNOW MORE ON YOU THAN YOU CAN BEAR.THIS IS TO LET YOU ALL KNOW THAT MINNE BELL IS HIS CARE"

lynette rogers, friend of Sarah wrote on Oct 28, 2010:

"Sarah, I'm sadden to hear the loss of your mother. I pray you and your family be comfort and strengthen during this difficult time, with GOD's grace and mercy. Be Bless. Lynette Rogers Emory Heathcare - Midtown"

Karen Parker wrote on Oct 28, 2010:

"I am holding you all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May the gift of precious memories carry you through...Karen Parker"

JoAnn Sherman Magby-Friend wrote on Oct 27, 2010:

"Your mother was a jewel. May her light shine on through each of you."

Michael Todd wrote on Oct 27, 2010:

"With love and blessings Aunt Minnie Bell. "

LaSharn Street Gholston - coworker of Sarah Truitt wrote on Oct 26, 2010:

""When someone you love becomes a Memory, the Memory becomes a Treasure". Sarah, I'm wishing you and your family well as you prepare the homegoing ceremony of your beloved Mother. Warmest regards, LaSharn Street Gholston Emory University Hospital Midtown"

Jackie Rachel-Billingslea wrote on Oct 26, 2010:

"Sarah, may the love and memories of your mother forever be in your heart.. With heartfelt condonlences.. "