Obituary: Robert Neil Britt Jr.

Robert Neil Britt Jr., 39, of St. Petersburg, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019.  Neil, as he was known to friends and family, was born on Feb. 17, 1980 in Orlando, Florida.

He began a career as a salesman for his family’s lumber company shortly after high school and continued in this profession for more than 20 years.

On Oct. 5, 2007, Neil became a father to his daughter, Jordan Rain, his life’s greatest joy. On Nov. 15, 2014, Neil married the love of his life, Andrea Greene, in Indian Rocks Beach, Florida.

Neil had an extraordinary love for the ocean. He was an avid fisherman who also enjoyed surfing, boating and spending time with friends, family and his two dogs, Bruce and Sebastian. He was known for his giant heart, infectious smile and great sense of humor.

Neil is survived by his by his wife, Andrea; his daughter, Jordan; his father, Robert Neil Britt Sr., and mother, Karen; his sister, Stacy Cooper (Todd); and his brother, John (Kaley).

A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11, 2019, at BridgePoint Church Tyrone, 6690 Crosswinds Drive N., St. Petersburg, FL 33710. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to aa.org and oceancrestalliance.org. If so desired, flowers can be sent to BridgePoint Church Tyrone. Online guestbook at brettfuneralhome.net.