Annie B. Duckworth

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Annie B. Duckworth, 91, a homemaker for many years. She was a member of Shiloh Full Gospel Baptist Church where she served with the Nurses Aid and Mother’s Board Ministries. She enjoyed cooking and fishing. Mrs. Duckworth lived in Mansfield since 1954.

She is survived by her son Robert Duckworth Jr., daughters in law, Alice Lewis of Chicago and Janice Duckworth of Washington DC; special nephew Pastor Ray Fisher of Rochester, NY, 26 Grandchildren, 54 Great Grandchildren, 18 Great-Great Grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Annie was preceded in death by her parents, Russell and Annie Beard Fisher; husband, Robert Duckworth Sr.; daughter, Ora Duckworth; sons, Toney Duckworth, Joseph Lewis, Roy Lewis and James Duckworth; sisters Rebecca Fisher, Mildred Ingram, Warlene Howard, and Christine Pledger and brothers, Walter Fisher, twin Dorcie Fisher, Lawrence Fisher and Charles Fisher.

Visitation 12:00 noon and Funeral 1:00pm Friday January 7, 2022 at Shiloh Full Gospel Baptist Church 103 E. 2nd St. Mask and Social Distancing are required. Interment at Mansfield Memorial Park.

Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE MANSFIELD, 753 McPherson St. (formerly Williams Funeral Services). To stream the service, order flowers and to offer condolences to The DUCKWORTH Family, visit www.TheChapelofPeace.com

Condolence Messages

  1. Donald Williams

    I am so sorry to hear of the loss of the matriarch of the family truly she shall be missed by the family. I aam praying for all of the family during these times.

  2. Charles and Patti ( Cash) Ray

    Our Prayers are with the Family. Mother Duckworth was a sweet soul and will be missed. We Love You!

  3. Kim Hairston-Dismuke

    Mother Duckworth was a very special and caring person. There wasn’t nothing she wouldn’t do for you. She loved to cook and would do it with a smile. She and my Mom had the same birthdate and I would always call her or send a card. She loved receiving cards . She will be missed.

  4. Willa Young Moore

    My condolences to the family.

  5. Robert and Family you have my sincere condolences praying for you all…

  6. Prayers and condolences to the Duckworth family.

  7. So sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs .D .
    She was truly truly a great person .
    May God bless ❤️ the family with His comfort .

  8. Sending my condolences to the family and praying for you all during this time.

  9. So sorry to hear such a Beautiful Lady has passed away. Robert, You and Your Family has my deepest condolences. Praying For Your Peace In Your Hearts To Come Soon and Beautiful Memories To Charish and Keep You Strong for The Rest Of Your Days. Love You All.

  10. Antonio Fletcher! I am so sorry to hear of your Granny Annie’s passing! Hang in there! For she will forever remain in your heart!❤

  11. Betty Palmer-Harris

    My prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.

  12. Behavior Bryant

    Robert my condolences to you and your family in the loss of your precious mother. I pray that God will comfort and strengthen you, now and all the days, months, and years to follow. The pain of losing your mother is extremely hard, and it never ceases, but God can help you to endure those hard times. Hold on to the memories, and the joy that you will have, when you see her again. I will continue lifting you and your entire family up in prayer, and Robert, I will certainly be praying a very special prayer for you.

  13. Michael Coffee Sr

    My condolences to you my friend praying for you and your family

  14. My condolence to the Duckworth family. Mrs. Duckworth what’s a beautiful person an awesome cook, and one of the best Church mothers at Shiloh.

  15. Elaine Webb Carter

    Heartfelt condolences extended to the entire Duckworth family.

  16. Cynthia B. O’Neal

    Peace of Jesus be with the family at the loss of a very kind and wonderful lady! Annie B. Duckworth always had a lovely smile and a up lifting word! It was a blessing knowing her!

  17. REST EASY GRANDMA. No more pain. You definitely fought the good fight. My all the ones who passed before you be there to greet you as you transition.

  18. Condolences to the family

    RIP Ms Duckworth

  19. Twyla D Wilkins

    Mom I’m really gonna miss you tremendously. It was my complete honor to be your Goddaughter. Love You❤

    Sending my Prayers to my Big Brother.

  20. Mom Duckworth I am really going to miss you. You were like a second Mother to me. Thank you for being such a loving and caring Grandmother to my daughter Taushica Carter. Thanks for all the laughs and wisdom you have shared with me as I ran in and out of your house since I was a child playing with your children, Robert, James, and Tony. I am really going to miss those 7-up upside down cakes and caramel cakes that no one could make like you. Rest in peace Mother Duckworth. Love you. Elsa Carter.

  21. Sylvia Boyd & Family

    Robert and Family, sending our Sincere Condolences to you. I will truly miss our calls and hearing her laughter. God God Bless you.

  22. Robert we send our condolences and prayers to you and the Duckworth family. Mother Annie B was special and loved by my family and so many others. May God comfort you and the family and give you the desires of your heart. For truly you have been a faithful son taking excellent care of your wonderful Mother. Love you.

  23. Such an example of faith and strength and love. She left a strong impression on my life. Praying for the Family and Mansfield community.

  24. Granny you will forever live in my heart. You were my angel here on earth. Please continue to watch over me! Love you always and forever ❤️

  25. Chrissy Bond-Wooster

    Dear Cousin, you know how much I loved Aunt Ann B. I am speechless. The last time I saw her was when I visited her in 2019.

    She was a pillar in the community….all of the Bowman Street women were role models. OMG, she was a GREATGREATGREATGREAT cook. I used to visit almost every Xmas . She always welcomed me with open arms.

    Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers as you mourn the passing of an Angel.

  26. Chrissy Bond-Wooster

    Dear Cousin, you know how much I loved Aunt Ann B. I am speechless. The last time I saw her was when I visited her in 2019.

    She was a pillar in the community….all of the Bowman Street women were role models. OMG, she was a GREATGREATGREATGREAT cook. I used to visit almost every Xmas . She always welcomed me with open arms.

    Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers as you mourn the passing of an Angel. I will call you soon.

  27. Robert I am so sorry for your loss your mother was a good woman and I know you was a good son to her may she rest in peace and may you have the strength to go ahead with the rest of your life.

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