Mr. Mack Edward Lett, 94, of Lanett died Thursday, June 22, 2023, at his residence. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 1, 2023, at Mt. Hermon’s Life Center, 1601 Magnolia Rd, Lanett, AL 36863 at 12:00 p.m. (EST) with Rev. H. L. Jones officiating. Interment will be in Rehope Baptist Church Cemetery, 5267 County Rd 258, LaFayette. The remains will lie in state at the Life Center from 11:00 a.m. (EST) until the funeral hour. Public viewing will be Friday, June 30, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (EST) and visitation with the family is from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (EST). Public viewing and visitation will be held in Vines Funeral Home Chapel.
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Obituary
“If I can help somebody as I travel along then my living shall not be in vain”
February 28, 1929 - June 22, 2023
The above song lyric expresses the philosophy of Deacon Mack E. Lett as a Christian, husband, father, uncle, cousin, principal, teacher and mentor who planned and worked to improve the lives of every youth who came within his orbit.
Early Life
He was born the only child to the late Hubert and China B. Lett in Tunnel Springs, AL and was the oldest grandchild on his father’s side and the second oldest on his mother’s side.
He confessed Christ at an early age and joined Antioch Baptist Church #1 in Tunnel Springs, AL under the leadership of the late Webster Higgins, a product of Rehope Baptist Church. He would later join Rehope after his marriage to Mary Brady.
Christian Stewardship
At Rehope, he served in many roles including Chairman of the Deacon Board, Adult Men’s Sunday School teacher, Senior Choir member, and church van driver. Beyond Rehope, he worked on the district level serving as Dean of the Congress of Christian Education from 1992-2007.
Education
His education had it’s beginning in rural Monroe County, graduating from Monroe County Training School. He entered college at Alabama State for Negroes which is now Alabama State University on a work aid program. His education was interrupted when he was drafted by the army in 1950 where he served the majority of his military service in Korea. He was discharged with honors in 1952 and reentered college receiving a Bachelors in Science and Masters in Education. He did further graduate work at Auburn University. He later returned to Alabama State and received a six-year certificate and started a career in secondary education which lasted 36 years. During those years, he served as a teacher, coach, and supervising principal at Cusseta and Southside Elementary.
Family Life
On May 29, 1955, Mack made a lifelong commitment of love and faithfulness to Mary Brady Lett which has lasted for 68 years. To this union, two children were born: Edward LaRance and Marilyn LaSonja.
Activities
He was a member of the Retired Teachers of Chambers County as well as the Alabama Education and National Education Associations. He was an active member of the Greater Valley Chapter of Alabama State University Alumni Association. Deacon Lett was a member of the American Legion Post 67, Valley, AL. He was also an active member of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc, Gamma Sigma Chapter Tuskegee, AL until his health declined.
After many years of service, the soul of this faithful servant transitioned from earth to heaven. His Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ called him home on June 22nd shortly after 10 pm surrounded by his loved ones.
He leaves beautiful memories with his loving wife Mary Brady Lett, his children, Edward LaRance Lett and Marilyn LaSonja Lett-Morgan (Calvin). One granddaughter Ja’Lisa LaSonja Morgan and two grandsons Justin and Julian Morgan. Two special nieces, Marcella La’Shae Flournoy (Bryan) whom they partially raised and Annette Brady, their third daughter. One nephew-son Michael Harmon (Angel), a beloved first cousin, Louise Renter, six sisters-in-law, Janet Williams, Velma Hillsman (Edgar), Linda Ash, Carolyn Lee, Brenda Johnson Walton, and Lela Brady, and a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins, church members, students and friends.
Deacon Lett will live on as a strong Christian man who remained humble, modest, and unpretentious. His life made life better for his family, friends, and community at large and thus his death is not a benediction, but a resurrection to a fairer land where everyday will be Sunday and Sabbath will have no end.
So, goodnight my beloved husband, wonderful father, faithful friend, extraordinary educator, adored brother, and warrior for Christ. We will see you over yonder.
Attendants
Active Pall Bearers
Nephews and Cousins
Honorary Pallbearers
Deacons of Rehope
Flower Attendants
Active Flower Bearers
Nieces and Cousins
Honorary Flower Bearers
The Missionary Society of Rehope
Repast
Rehope Baptist Church Fellowship Hall
5267 County Rd 258
LaFayette, AL
Acknowledgments
We, the family of Deacon Mack E. Lett express our sincere appreciation for the many cards, phone calls, visits, food, expressions and deeds that have comforted us during this time of sorrow. Many thanks to Drs. Downs and Hammond, nurses, Chaplains, social workers, and staff of Chattahoochee Hospice for the competent and compassionate care given our loved one. Our prayer is that God bless each one of you.
LYNNETTE HARRISON
I was saddened to hear of Mr Lett’s passing. He was an integral part of Save Alabama Schools, a statewide advocacy group working to change policies to improve rural schools. Sending heartfelt condolences to the Lett family.