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Sterling Albritton Obituary

A resident of St. Amant and retired operator with the Ascension Parish Public Works Department, he passed away on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2009. He was 75 and a native of Lobdell. Visiting at Ourso Funeral Home, Gonzales, on Wednesday, Feb. 4, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Thursday in the chapel from 11 a.m. until religious service at 2 p.m. Interment in Richardson Cemetery, St. Amant. Survived by his wife of 54 years, Mary Ann Guedry Albritton; two daughters, Shanell Marie Albritton and Angel Lynn Albritton; four sisters, Evelyn Mercer, Christine Alexis, Judy Wallock and Hester Montgomery; and three grandchildren, Orey Klein, Cameron Bourque and Chloe Cannon. Preceded in death by his parents, Bennie and Edna Bonaventure Albritton; three sisters, Barbara Newmons, Ella Mae Binnings and Bonnie Mae Guist; and brother, Clyde V. Albritton. He loved fishing, hunting and gardening.

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 3 to Feb. 4, 2009.
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You are a strong family and will grow even stronger through these hard days. Always remember you have not only your family but many friends around the community that are here for you and love you.

Nicole Cousin

February 6, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Tiffanny and Mannie

February 4, 2009

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February 4, 2009

Please know that my prayers are with the entire Albritton family during this difficult time.

Chaplain Ken Spivey A.P.S.O./St. Amant Fire Dept.

February 3, 2009

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