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New Zion Missionary Baptist Church
Date: 05-10-2026
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Obituary
Sarah Lucretia Powell Lott was a woman known for her outspoken spirit, loving heart, and unforgettable presence. Strong-willed, full of personality, and unapologetically herself, Sarah lived life in a way that left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her. Whether through her laughter, her honesty, or the love she shared with family and friends, she brought light, energy, and authenticity wherever she went.
Sarah was born in Greenville, Florida, to the late John Lewis Powell, Sr., and Willie Mae Mills Powell. She received her education through the Madison County School System, attending Greenville Training School, where her vibrant personality and strong spirit began to blossom.
Psalm 23 reminds us, “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” Through every season of Sarah’s life, through joys, hardships, laughter, and trials, the Lord faithfully guided her path. And anyone who knew Sarah knew she walked through life in her own unforgettable way.
Sarah was outspoken, outgoing, blunt, funny, and deeply lovable. She believed in speaking her mind, standing her ground, and living authentically. Yet beneath her strong exterior was a caring heart that loved her family fiercely and enjoyed life to the fullest. She had a presence you could not ignore and a spirit you could never forget.
She worked faithfully as a nursing assistant in Taylor County, serving others with compassion and dedication. She also found great joy in her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her beloved “daycare babies” at Tender Moments Family Child Care. Caring for people came naturally to Sarah; it was simply part of who she was.
She enjoyed life’s simple pleasures and treasured the moments that made her smile. Sarah loved watching westerns like Gunsmoke, Bonanza, and The Rifleman. She enjoyed talk shows such as Maury, Steve Wilkos, Karamo, and Cutler’s Court. She loved Dr. Quincy, In the Heat of the Night, SWAT, Law & Order, and SVU. She enjoyed shopping, dancing, talking on the phone, and trying her luck with lottery tickets. Her laughter, honesty, and colorful personality brought life wherever she went.
Her spiritual foundation was rooted in faith. Sarah was a member of New Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville, Florida, and later united with Horsepond Missionary Baptist Church in Beaufort, SC, under the leadership of Reverend Richard J. Allen and Co-Pastor Dr. Carrie Allen.
As her health began to decline, Sarah relocated from Beaufort, South Carolina, to Clyattville, Georgia, where she was lovingly cared for by her devoted daughter and son-in-law, Shaquitha and Bryan Whitfield Sr., and her devoted granddaughter, Shauntavia Livingston. In her final season, she was surrounded by family, comfort, and unwavering love.
And though she walked through “the valley of the shadow of death,” Psalm 23 assures us she had no reason to fear, for God was with her every step of the way. Now, the same God who walked beside her on Earth has welcomed her into eternal peace.
Today, we find comfort in knowing Sarah can now declare: “I shall wear a crown… when it’s all over. I’m going to put on my robe, tell the story of how I made it over.”
Sarah leaves to cherish her precious memories: her loving companion, Ernest Simmons of Beaufort, South Carolina; her devoted daughter, Shaquitha (Bryan) Whitfield of Clyattville, Georgia; her sons, Freddick Hatchett of Cape Coral, Florida, and Simmie Lott Jr. of Greenville, Florida; and her beloved grandson raised as her own, Rashad (Talisia) Guyton Jr. of Hiram, Georgia.
She also leaves to cherish her memories her special nieces, Roshannon Powell & Tiarhonda Powell of Greenville, Florida; bonus daughters, April Pinesett of Madison, Florida, and Passion Thomas of Valrico, Florida. her brother, Gerald Powell of Greenville, Florida; her sister, Nora Jones of Pearl, Mississippi; brother-in-law, Joe (Ute) Jackson Jr. of Vidalia, Georgia; sisters-in-law, Nadine Akins of Tallahassee, Florida, JoAnne Lott of Pensacola, Florida, Marvia Lott of Madison, Florida, Evelyn Powell and Glynaves Powell of Greenville, Florida, Mary Powell of Monticello, Florida, and Alice Powell of Perry, Florida; her uncle, William (Jackie) Mills of Monticello, Florida; 21 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and loving friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Simmie L. Lott Sr.; her parents, John Lewis Powell Sr. and Willie Mae Mills Powell; sisters, Wilhemenia Powell Jackson and Odesta Powell Arnold; and brothers, John L. Powell Jr., Marvin Powell, Carl Powell, Jerome Powell, Jackie Powell, and Lorenzo Powell.
Surely goodness and mercy followed Sarah all the days of her life, and now she dwells forever in the house of the Lord. Though she will be deeply missed, her love, laughter, strength, and unforgettable spirit will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Sarah was born in Greenville, Florida, to the late John Lewis Powell, Sr., and Willie Mae Mills Powell. She received her education through the Madison County School System, attending Greenville Training School, where her vibrant personality and strong spirit began to blossom.
Psalm 23 reminds us, “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” Through every season of Sarah’s life, through joys, hardships, laughter, and trials, the Lord faithfully guided her path. And anyone who knew Sarah knew she walked through life in her own unforgettable way.
Sarah was outspoken, outgoing, blunt, funny, and deeply lovable. She believed in speaking her mind, standing her ground, and living authentically. Yet beneath her strong exterior was a caring heart that loved her family fiercely and enjoyed life to the fullest. She had a presence you could not ignore and a spirit you could never forget.
She worked faithfully as a nursing assistant in Taylor County, serving others with compassion and dedication. She also found great joy in her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her beloved “daycare babies” at Tender Moments Family Child Care. Caring for people came naturally to Sarah; it was simply part of who she was.
She enjoyed life’s simple pleasures and treasured the moments that made her smile. Sarah loved watching westerns like Gunsmoke, Bonanza, and The Rifleman. She enjoyed talk shows such as Maury, Steve Wilkos, Karamo, and Cutler’s Court. She loved Dr. Quincy, In the Heat of the Night, SWAT, Law & Order, and SVU. She enjoyed shopping, dancing, talking on the phone, and trying her luck with lottery tickets. Her laughter, honesty, and colorful personality brought life wherever she went.
Her spiritual foundation was rooted in faith. Sarah was a member of New Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville, Florida, and later united with Horsepond Missionary Baptist Church in Beaufort, SC, under the leadership of Reverend Richard J. Allen and Co-Pastor Dr. Carrie Allen.
As her health began to decline, Sarah relocated from Beaufort, South Carolina, to Clyattville, Georgia, where she was lovingly cared for by her devoted daughter and son-in-law, Shaquitha and Bryan Whitfield Sr., and her devoted granddaughter, Shauntavia Livingston. In her final season, she was surrounded by family, comfort, and unwavering love.
And though she walked through “the valley of the shadow of death,” Psalm 23 assures us she had no reason to fear, for God was with her every step of the way. Now, the same God who walked beside her on Earth has welcomed her into eternal peace.
Today, we find comfort in knowing Sarah can now declare: “I shall wear a crown… when it’s all over. I’m going to put on my robe, tell the story of how I made it over.”
Sarah leaves to cherish her precious memories: her loving companion, Ernest Simmons of Beaufort, South Carolina; her devoted daughter, Shaquitha (Bryan) Whitfield of Clyattville, Georgia; her sons, Freddick Hatchett of Cape Coral, Florida, and Simmie Lott Jr. of Greenville, Florida; and her beloved grandson raised as her own, Rashad (Talisia) Guyton Jr. of Hiram, Georgia.
She also leaves to cherish her memories her special nieces, Roshannon Powell & Tiarhonda Powell of Greenville, Florida; bonus daughters, April Pinesett of Madison, Florida, and Passion Thomas of Valrico, Florida. her brother, Gerald Powell of Greenville, Florida; her sister, Nora Jones of Pearl, Mississippi; brother-in-law, Joe (Ute) Jackson Jr. of Vidalia, Georgia; sisters-in-law, Nadine Akins of Tallahassee, Florida, JoAnne Lott of Pensacola, Florida, Marvia Lott of Madison, Florida, Evelyn Powell and Glynaves Powell of Greenville, Florida, Mary Powell of Monticello, Florida, and Alice Powell of Perry, Florida; her uncle, William (Jackie) Mills of Monticello, Florida; 21 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and loving friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Simmie L. Lott Sr.; her parents, John Lewis Powell Sr. and Willie Mae Mills Powell; sisters, Wilhemenia Powell Jackson and Odesta Powell Arnold; and brothers, John L. Powell Jr., Marvin Powell, Carl Powell, Jerome Powell, Jackie Powell, and Lorenzo Powell.
Surely goodness and mercy followed Sarah all the days of her life, and now she dwells forever in the house of the Lord. Though she will be deeply missed, her love, laughter, strength, and unforgettable spirit will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.