Otis A. Brathwaite

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Otis A. Brathwaite nee Fenty, who was taken from us on Friday, January 10 2025 at the age of 78. She was Vice President of Human Resources at Dan River Inc. where she spent over 30 years in there New York City corporate offices and retired in August 2011. She was a devoted wife and mother to husband, Hubert, and children Colin and Derick, and Timmy. A beacon of life who was always there when you needed her most, offering an ear and straightforward support, wisdom and and an abundance of love. A friend to many, she was a cherished member of her church Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Cambria Heights community where she lived; leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity and the lessons of how to be in service to others. She was predeceased by her parents William A. Fenty and Olga V. Fenty.

She leaves to mourn her siblings, Henry, Marjorie, Janet and Tahir (William Jr.,); In-laws Brenda, Joyce, Clifford, Norma; Nieces and Nephews, Dillian, Sean, Abigail, Aneesa, Ricky, Valarie, Caesar, Quinn and countless family and friends who felt her warmth and generosity.

To commemorate her incredible journey, and to celebrate the love she spread, a memorial service will be held in her honor and details are listed below (the Funeral service will have streaming capabilities).

We invite all who knew her to join us in remembering a truly remarkable woman.

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