Nell Britton

Nellie "Nell "Britton, age 85, passed away at her home in Danville, Va., Wednesday, December 16th, 2020. She was born January 30th, 1935 to the late Bessie Ann Jenkins. She is predeceased by her husband, James Godwin Britton. She was born in Roanoke Rapids prior to moving to Danville, Va. and was married on her birthday at the age of 18. She worked several years at Danville Memorial Hospital as an operating room technician. In 1988, she began working at Danville Regional Medical Center as a laboratory courier- she continued to work in that position for 13 years. She was loved by all that met her. She was a member of the Garden Club for many years. She was also a member of The American Legion Auxiliary, Post 325 Nell is survived by one daughter, Angel Dishman and her Husband David; and two sons, Retired Master State Trooper James "Tony" Anthony Britton and his wife Ginger, and Victor "Vic" Keith Britton and partner Kim. Other survivors include six grandchildren: Amber-Dawn Davis and husband Stephen, Gabriella Danielle Odum and husband Donnie, Joshua David Dishman, Christopher Britton, Matthew Britton, Sarah Britton. She is also survived by 11 great grandchildren. Nell enjoyed 37 Royal Caribbean cruises, flowers, cardinals, and a deep love for her great grandchildren. A family graveside service will be held on Saturday, December 19th at 2 pm. The family will receive friends at the residence, 116 Westwood Ct., Windsor Heights, Danville, Va. 24541; In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Danville Humane Society in her honor.