Robert Knox Britton Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Robert Knox Britton (Sumter, South Carolina), whose life came to an end on February 24, 2025 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Robert Knox Britton to show support.

Though Robert may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Robert touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Leonard Knox Britton, Sr. and Evelyn McCoy Britton; his siblings, Leonard K. Britton, Jr. and Carolyn Britton Davis; and his brother-in-law E. W. Davis.

He is survived by: his brother James "Jay" Britton (Suzette) of Sumter; and his sibling's children, Kristi Bohnen (Ian), Chersten Cohn (Ron), Elaine Miller and Warren Davis (Karen).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home

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February 25, 2025

Joyce Ham wrote a sympathy message

“I'm saddened by Robert's death. We had many, many memories together: some great, some not so much. You never had to guess what he was thinking. I did love him. My sympathy to the family.”

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