Britanna Pinkney Cromartie Obituary
The memory of Britanna Pinkney Cromartie (Sumter, South Carolina), who passed away on October 18, 2025 at the age of 93, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Britanna Pinkney Cromartie to pay them a last tribute.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Britanna's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
Viewing was held on Sunday, October 26th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Palmer Memorial Chapel (304 S Main St, Sumter, SC 29150). A celebration of life was held on Monday, October 27th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Mt. Pisgah A. M. E. Church (217 W Bartlette St, Sumter, SC 29150).
She did extensive studies as the first Afro-American to receive the Ford Foundation grant from the State of South Carolina to be trained as a leader in the transition and integration of the public schools in Sumter School District #17.
