Annie Mae Cuffee was born to Clarence and Pinky Cuffee on January 19, 1928, in Norfolk County in the historic Cuffe town. She lived a long and full life surrounded by family, faith, and kindness. She was a devoted mother, a proud grandmother, and a cherished friend to all who knew her. Annie Mae lived a life of service and generosity, always ready to lend a hand, and share a kind word of encouragement. Her home was a place of comfort for everybody. Annie Mae was a gifted cook who poured her love into every meal. Her recipes were more than food, they were memories, traditions and lessons of togetherness. Sunday dinner, or a simple dish made with care, her cooking brought comfort and joy to all who gathered around her table. Equally, she had a love for sewing and creating with her hands. She made clothing, curtains, knitted quilts, hats and etc. Annie Mae was a lifelong member of St. Joseph AME Zion Church. She served faithfully as an usher, greeting others with a warm smile and gracious spirit. She loved her church family dearly and found joy in being a part of God's work, both inside and outside the church walls.

She is predeceased by her husband, Clarence Cuffee; three sons, Earl Lee Cuffee, Clarence A. Cuffee, and Alexander Cuffee; five brothers, Comer Cuffee, Roosevelt Cuffee, Charlie Cuffee, and Melvin Cuffe, and her sister Marry Morris. She leaves to cherish her memories her daughter, Hazel M. Hines; three sisters, Esther Lee Bell, Australia Watkins, and Novelle Cuffee; her sister-in law Annie Mae Watt (who she calls "her baby"), twelve grandchildren, Nora Collins, Randolph Hines, Antonio Hines, Eric Cuffee, Kevin Cuffee, Tyrone Cuffee, Shawna Cuffee, Kenisha Cuffee, Regina Cuffee, Crystal Bell, Sherricka Cuffee, and Alexander Cuffee; nineteen great grandchildren, nine great-great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A funeral service will be held 11:00 am on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at St. Joseph AME Church, 1540 Atlantic Ave, Chesapeake. Viewing will be from 5pm until 7pm on Monday, September 29, 2025, at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake.

You can join the service livestream at 11:00 am on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at: https://www.facebook.com/PretlowandSons