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her residence. Jennifer is
survived by her mother, Nancy Albritton; her brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Sylvia Albrittton; her nephews, Michael (Andrea) and William (Carrie); her beloved Bishon, Sir Winston; and cat, Miss Pris. Ms. Albritton was a retired school teacher having served 30 years teaching at Madison Middle School and Robinson High School. She served as the chair of the English Department for many years and was recognized as one of the district' s first Teachers of the Year. After her retirement she was actively involved in the Tampa Bay Area Writing Project and worked with summer projects at the Independent Day School. A 1963 Robinson High School graduate, Jennifer also earned her Bachelor of Arts degree and her Master of Arts degree in English at the University of South Florida. She did some post graduate studies at Northwestern University as well. She loved traveling, dogs, cats and babies, but most of all she loved to teach and has undoubtedly touched many lives over the years of students and colleagues alike. A memorial service will be planned later in the month at St. Mary' s Espiscopal Church.
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for Jennifer ALBRITTON
Nancy Kinney
June 7, 2023
Jennifer helped me through my mother´s death as a high school senior. We met years later and it was like time hadn´t changed anything. One of the most wonderful people I have ever met. Thank you, Jennifer, for all you did for me.
Cathy Langley Bishop
January 4, 2020
You continue to bring a smile to my heart...
February 6, 2011
My heartfelt thanks to all of the family members of Jennifer for sharing her with "thousands" of students at RHS over the years. As you know her compassion, support, nurturing ways and patience in guiding us as teenagers resulted in our lives being enriched forever. I will continue to hold you in my heart Ms. Buttles...thank you for being an important person in my life!
Cathy Langley Bishop
RHS 1975
Donna Tippin
January 31, 2011
She was certainly a lovely lady.....who inspired writers of ALL ages to discover the "author" in them!....she will be greatly missed!!!!!!
January 30, 2011
I'm so glad we got to reconnect at the RHS reunion @ Saddlebrook. You will be missed. Polly Sudduth Beason Tallahassee, FL
Joseph Bohon
January 29, 2011
Jennifer is an icon to RHS. Deepest sympathies to her family.
Cheryl Bodden-Navarro
January 28, 2011
I was so saddened to hear of Mrs. Albritton's passing. I had her for English my senior year. I remember we had a project to re-write a fable in our own words, illustrate it & bind it with contact paper to make it an "official" book. She wrote such a special note in the book when she graded it that it brought tears to my eyes. I still have that book (17 yrs later) & her note that meant so much to me. She was a wonderful teacher & great person. She will truly be missed.
Cheryl (c/o 1994)
January 21, 2011
OH JENNIFER, HOW YOU WILL BE MISSED BY SO VERY MANY ... OF ALL THE REASONS I DISLIKE NOT BEING IN TUNED WITH MY HOME TAMPA WHILE LIVING OVER IN ORLANDO IS THIS VERY THING .. FINDING THIS OUT AND OH THE SHOCK ... I WANT TO PASS MY CONDOLENCES ON TO YOU "MOM"I ALWAYS CALLED YOU THAT.. I CANT IMAGINE YOUR GRIEF BUT KNOW YOUR STRENGTH IS IN THE LORD AS WAS JENNIFERS AND WE ALSO KNOW THAT JENNIFER LIVED LIFE TO ITS FULLEST WHILE BEING A SAINT ON EARTH SHE WILL BE SEATED ON THAT RIGHT SIDE OF THE FATHER IN HEAVEN WITH HER DAD AND SINGING WITH MINE... UNTIL WE ALL MEET AGAIN ... I LOVE YOU MOM ALBRITTON AND THE ONLY REASON IM NOT THERE HUGING YOUR NECK IS BECAUSE IM NOT ABLE ..KNOW JENN IS DANCING A JIG IN HEAVEN AND WE ARE THE ONES JUST MISSING HER ! LOVED SHE WAS , LOVED SHE ALWAYS WILL BE XO PAM HAYES-RAISLER ...AND MY KIDS AS WELL
Cheryle Jones Gardiner
January 21, 2011
Rest in peace, Jennifer. Say hi to our old classmates.
Michelle Boyett-Tomlinson
January 21, 2011
I was so very sad to hear of Ms. Albritton's passing. She was my Debate teacher my Senior year at RHS in 1986. I remember coming in from lunch for Speech and Debate class and it was announced over the loud speaker that the space shuttle had exploded. We spent the entire class discussing the event. She was not only a wonderful teacher, but she really cared about her students. I had the good fortune of running into her a few years ago at the mall, and even after over 20 years, she knew exactly who I was. She never forgot a face or a name. She will be missed, and SOG will not be the same without her.
Kristi Thomason-Barfield
January 15, 2011
Ms. Albritton will be missed greatly. I will never forget her. She was a great teacher. I graduated from Robinson High in 1991 and had a class with her, she loved all that she students at RHS. She was a wonderful woman and I will miss her.
Stephanie Tripp
January 13, 2011
Jennifer Albritton was a beloved teacher and mentor, and I will always be grateful for her kindness, her wit, and her encouragement during my years at Robinson High.
Andy Chimo
January 12, 2011
It was a sad day when I read of Ms.Buttles passing.She was my favorite teacher at Robinson and was helpful in my getting a scholarship in Theatre Arts at Santa Fe CC .Imagine my surprise when I was taking a writing class for bankers as an adult and once again Ms.Buttles was my teacher.She requested I call her Jennifer but she was still Ms.Buttles to me.I am deeply saddened by her departure from this earth.May she rest in peace and may I just say thank you for all you taught me. RHS Class of 74.
Cyn LoPinto
January 11, 2011
I met Jennifer during the summer of 2004 when my daughter Madison enrolled in the I.C.E. Writer's summer camp at IDS under The Tampa Bay Area Writing Project. This summer will be Madi's 8th year, all because of Jennifer's wonderful vision of offering children a relaxed and fun place to share the written word. The moment I met Jennifer I noticed both her endless energy and positive attitude. She had a great love for writing and shared this with all of her students. They truly adored her and her presence will be missed by her I.C.E. Writer campers, teachers and parents. This past summer Jennifer co-directed the camp with Ms. Tedra, who will now continue with I.C.E. Writers in her honor. Jennifer Albritton's vision will continue through the lives of those she has already touched and future writers in years to come.
Windy Aspinall Formica
January 11, 2011
Ms. J. Albritton was awesome! She was nice but she was firm and she made you work! I had her for English Honors in h.s. and then again for Speech at HCC on the MacDill Campus. She'll be missed terribly! (RHS c/o '92)
Heidi Quintana
January 11, 2011
Jennifer (Sha-Sha) was my English teacher, my mentor, my colleague, my fellow writer, my friend. I feel as if nothing can really capture, truly, how amazing she was and how far-reaching her influence has been. The closest thing I can offer is a poem I wrote for her birthday in '02:
"Jennifer"
Your name reminds me of purple--
the pigment of rose petals,
the soft-shaded shadows of hurt,
the hue of life's passions,
the nobility of sacrifice.
I imagine you in the amethyst
garden of your life,
surrounded by blooms that were nurtured
by your loving hands,
holding the weeds at bay
while delicately navigating the thorns.
Your name reminds me of sanctity
and strength--
a woman who runs with wolves,
who can hear the fluttering of
angels' wings...
who can turn pain
into faith that will not fail.
(May she rest in peace. May we keep her memory alive. My thoughts and prayers to her family and to all those experiencing this loss. She will be deeply missed.)
Terri Weston
January 11, 2011
First impression of Ms A was she was a meany and that you really didnt want her for a teacher-well she definately was the total opposite, she wanted every student to thrive, because I knew her at RHS when I attended HCC @the MAFB campus I had her for speech and debate (hated that class) she knew I was fearful of speaking in public and helped me thru that course. Since then has spoke w/my kids about excelling in school and if they needed any help to come to her, we even planned for them to attend her writing course this summer.....SOG has lost a wonderful woman, teacher mentor and friend.
January 10, 2011
Mrs. Albritton was one of the best teachers I have ever had. She always encouraged individuality and excellence. She always made me feel like I could do anything. She was one of RHS' greatest assets. Rest in peace
Robin Reyes (Brown)
January 10, 2011
Jennifer Albritton was a class act and a force to be reckoned with. She was a stupendous teacher, role model, and later became a dear friend. You will be greatly missed. RHS '89
Diane Petteway
January 10, 2011
Sylvia,
I vividly remember our early years teaching together in the RHS English Department. Jennifer was a gifted teacher and a good friend to me. I was so sorry to hear of her passing and offer my deepest condolences to you and Michael and your family.
Jennifer Scott
January 10, 2011
Delaney could not have asked for a better representative of Christ than you, which is why we asked you to be her Godmother. We will miss you so much, Sha Sha...Love, Jen, John, Lexie and Laney Scott
MaryAnn Atkins
January 10, 2011
My earliest memory of Ms Albritton was meeting her when I was in elementary school..she was my aunts drama teacher and I had the pleasure of having a teeny tiny part with Joey Escalante..this was when she was Ms Buttles. She was an amazing person and touched so many lives. Heaven is a better place with her up there looking down on us. She will be greatly missed by many.
Patti Midkiff
January 10, 2011
I had two favorite teachers..both from Robinson...Ken Shield's and Mrs Buttle's. Mrs. Buttle's gave me the courage to speak in public...and most importantly, to follow my dreams!!!! She did per profession PROUD!!!! God Bless you Jennifer, may you rest in peace.
Patti (Veitz) Midkiff
January 10, 2011
My earliest memory of Ms Albritton was meeting her when I was in elementary school..she was my aunts drama teacher and I had the pleasure of having a teeny tiny part with Joey Escalante..this was when she was Ms Buttles. She was an amazing person and touched so many lives. Heaven is a better place with her up there looking down on us. She will be greatly missed by many.
Karen Cunningham
January 10, 2011
I am an old friend from Robinson HS and USF, a fellow NFL student, and we were in adaptive P.E. together. We were a small group but we learned very much about each other. She was always mature beyond her years, and I always admired Jennifer for her wit and intelligence. I never doubted that she would be a good teacher, and I am touched to see how many remember her. I wish we had been given the opportunity to reconnect more recently. We would have had much to talk about. She was very proud of her nephews, and I believe I last ran into her with her Mom, whom she loved very much. I will never forget what she looked like, her voice, and her laugh. My sympathies to her family, especially to her mom and Mike.
Jennifer Parrilla
January 10, 2011
I was so sad to have heard of Ms. Albirtton's passing. She had such a tremendous impact on my life and was a wonderful teacher. She will be missed.
michael day
January 10, 2011
my family has known the albritons for a long time. She was my favorite teacher. her passing is sad and our thoughts go out to her family.
Woodrow Walton
January 10, 2011
Ms. Albritton was an amazing inspiration to me as a dancer and performer. She always inspired me to continue to follow my dreams and I did just that. She will be greatly missed. My prayers and blessings goes out to her family!
Dennis Chamberlain
January 10, 2011
I am sad to hear of Ms. Albritton's passing. She was one of my favorite teacher at Robinson. I will keep her family in my thoughts and prayers.
Bobbie Jo Anthony Roseboro
January 10, 2011
I remember Ms. Albritton from senior year, class of 1988. She was a wonderful teacher. My sympathies to her family. You will be missed Ms. Albritton!!
Kathi
January 10, 2011
So sad to hear of Ms. Albritton's passing, my thoughts are with her family. I was a student of hers and think often of her lessons and guidance.
Sylvia Meyer
January 9, 2011
So sorry to hear this. Will keep the family in our prays..Love, Steve and Sylvia Meyer
January 9, 2011
My Mom went to school with her at RHS and I was a student with her. I will keep the family in my thoughts and prayers. Take care and blessings, Dawn Banks George and family
Jack Bond
January 9, 2011
She will be missed. She tought me much. The public speach was the most relevant. Thanks Ms. A...
I will miss you...
Jack Bond
January 9, 2011
Twenty - one years later and I still remember vividly how much Ms. Albritton made me want to learn. I hope that in your heaven that are only books to read that would be on your approved reading list!!'
January 9, 2011
My heart and prayers are with Jennifers family. You were a wonderfull neighbor and friend . You made a wonderfull impact on every one you met. Rip our fallen Knight. Heaven welcomed another angel when you left us. You will be sorely missed but we will one day meet again.
Ginelle Harpe Day
Tampa Florida
Janet Cruz
January 9, 2011
My Favorite Ms. Buttles! I loved learning from her because she was passionate and she "connected" with her students. That was a long time ago...1974.
Rest in peace Ms. Albrittion...teach 'em well at the pearly gates!
Janet Cruz
January 9, 2011
My Favorite Ms. Buttles! I loved learning from her.
May you rest in peace.
Janet
January 9, 2011
Ms. Albritton (Buttles) was the only reason i completed High School, I was in her Dramatic Arts class all three years. I had to keep up my other studies in order to stay in her class.
with much appreciation , as the curtain closes on a life well lived , I bid Ms. Albritton a fond farewell adieu.
Betsy Randall Hruz class of '74
Julia Stander
January 9, 2011
Ms. Albritton was an inspriation and awesome teacher. My prayers and thoughts to the family. Julia Kotvas Stander
Linda Burch
January 9, 2011
We were part of Jennifer's extended family and we loved her dearly. We will miss her everyday. Love, Steve and Linda Burch
lori fernandez adamo
January 9, 2011
I am so sorry that we have lost such a beautiful rhs friend and teacher. My love goes to the family, I so remember growing up with Mrs. Allbritton and Sylvia. May god bless u all. Love Lori Fernandez Adamo.
Yvonne Gonzalez
January 9, 2011
Dear Michael,Sylvia and family,
I was saddened to read of Jennifer's death. I will always remember her for her compassion, her optimism, and the strength with which she met the medically problems in her life. She never seemed to let those problems get her down. She loved life and her family and was so proud of her nephews. Her legacy of love and teaching will not be forgotten by anyone who ever knew her.
My sincerest sympathy and prayers go out to all of you.-Yvonne Gonzalez
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