Albert Grissett

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith henceforth, there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness”. II Timothy 4:7-8

Deacon Albert Grissett, affectionately known as A.J., of Little  River, SC was born on February 20, 1941, in Horry County, SC to the late Deacon James “Buddy” Grissett and Deaconess Letha Grissett. He was born and raised in the Brooksville community. Albert accepted Jesus Christ and joined Union Missionary Baptist Church in Little River, SC, then served as a Deacon and later as Father of the Church until his health failed. While being cared for by his children at home and   surrounded by his family, Albert went to be with the Lord.

Albert started employment as a construction worker at the age of 12 years old. Albert was always a hard-working self-made man who was determined to be a great provider for his wife and children.  In addition, Albert worked as a longshoreman and a volunteer firefighter. In fact, Albert Road in the Brooksville section of Little River, SC was named after him because of his volunteerism. He was also one of the founding board members for Little River Water and Sewer Company. Albert enjoyed family, fishing, playing cards, and had a heart bigger than most. He was always a cheerful giver and would do anything to help others. Albert will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Albert married at a young age to Rosa Nell Bellamy, who  preceded him in death. To this union, they were blessed with seven children. Leaving to cherish his memory, five daughters, Rochelle Johnson, Doretha Farmer, Laurie (Robert) Thomas, Vicky (Travis) Cox, and Melissa (Edward) Primus; all of Little River, SC; Two sons James Grissett Jr., of  Lancaster, PA; and Lamont (Norell) Grissett of Duncan, SC; and his special dog, Beauty Grissett of the home; fifteen grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

Albert was the second born and oldest son of nine children, four preceded him in death; He leaves five siblings: Inell Dewitt, Eddie Grissett, Alexander Grissett, Delton (Rose) Grissett, and Velma Bellamy, all of Little River, SC; a multitude of cousins, nieces, nephews, and other sorrowing  relatives and friends who will cherish his memory.

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