Bernice N. Brittain, 79, of Center, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at her home. She was born July 14, 1929 in the East Hamilton Community of Shelby County to Sam Coleman Nichols and Della Gotchie Nichols. Ms. Brittain was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church.

Visitation will be held from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Wednesday, March 4 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, March 5 at East Hamilton Cemetery in Shelbyville with Bro. Ron Luman officiating.

Pallbearers will be Gene Gray, John Drennon Yarborough, Scott Yarborough, Andy Castleberry, Shad Lout, Nicky Wiggins, Joe Yarborough and David Spratley. Honorary pallbearer will be Jack Lout.

Survivors include:

Husband, Gerald S. Brittain of Center

Son:
Johnny Davenport of Palestine

Daughters:
Jackie Yarborough & husband Joe of Center
Vickie Hagler of Longview
Juanice Smith & husband Darren of Colorado

Grandchildren:
Wendy Castleberry & husband Andy
Tara Williams
Scott Yarborough & wife Kelly
Marissa Wiggins & husband Nicky
John Drennon Yarborough & wife Kela
Nikki Gossage

Eleven Great Grandchildren

Beloved Sister, Vera Wilson of Center

Best Friend, Martha Nell Lout of Center

Also numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends

Preceded in death by:
Parents, Sam Coleman Nichols & Della Gotchie Nichols
Three Brothers and Three Sisters
Son, L.A. Davenport

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, or Fellowship Baptist Church, in Mrs. Brittain's name.