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David Britt Obituary

Britt, David H.

Avon: April 9, 2011, Went Home to be with his Lord, at age 55. Survived by wife, Colleen Reed Britt; children, Andrea (Jay A.) Rigdon, & James M. Britt; step children, Paige & Kyle Langless; parents, Alfred and Jean Britt; grandchildren, Daniel A. Rigdon, Christopher J. Rigdon, & Juliana G. Rigdon; brothers, Daniel (Diane) Britt & Kevin (Susan) Britt; sisters, Nancy Jean (George) Paresa, Rebecca A. Fort, Mary Lynn (Thomas Bossach); mother-in-law, Agnes K. Reed; nieces & nephews. Predeceased by sister, Leslie Karen Britt. Friends may call Friday 4 - 8 PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia. Funeral service Saturday, April 16, 2011, 10 AM at Elim Gospel Church, 1679 Dalton Road, Lima, NY. Memorial contributions to the Ugandan Water Project, 1679 Dalton Road, Lima, NY 14485. To send condolences or share a memory please visit:

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Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Apr. 13, 2011.

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Ari Gottlieb

April 16, 2011

Dear Colleen & family,
I met David back in the early 90's & was impressed by his faith. He was a man after G-d's heart. May the L-rd comfort you in your time of sorrow.

Becky engineer

April 15, 2011

dear Colleen, children and grandchildren. So sorry about your loss. MY thoughts and prayers are with you all. David was such a humble,honest vibrant, intelligent man. Truly will be missed by all of us at home. I am praying at home for your family and for Davids soul to rest in peace. We will always be grateful to David for all his guidance in all aspects of life. With sympathy and the attitude of gratitude Becky Engineer

Donny and Melanie Pike

April 13, 2011

Dear Colleen, Andrea, Jimmy, and family, Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you. We know he's worshiping his heart out with the Lord right now, but we miss him terribly and always will. With love and hugs, Donny, Melanie and family

April 13, 2011

Colleen and family-- We just heard about Dave's passing today. We are so sorry and sad. Please know that we are thinking of you.

Love, Sandy and Denny Avon, New York

Debbie Mattle

April 13, 2011

Dear Collen and Family, Praying that you will feel the love of Christ, your friends and family at this time, We were so sorry to hear of Dave's passing, Our prayers are with you all at this time. Chris and Debbie Mattle

Wes and Janelle White

April 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. May God bring you all peace and comfort.

Colleen Lathan

April 13, 2011

Colleen, Praying you may find peace and strength through this trying storm. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kristine and Boe Langless

April 13, 2011

Colleen and family, you are in our hearts and prayers. We are sorry for your loss. All our Love, Kristine, Boe, Jessica, Ian, and Kaitlin.

Jeremiah and Erica Farr

April 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you~

April 13, 2011

Colleen, Paige and Kyle, My thoughts and prayers are with you on the loss of David. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. If there is anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to let me know. Kiska

Lisa Lochner

April 13, 2011

Colleen and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. May you feel God's loving embrace as you go through this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Robin Frew

April 13, 2011

Colleen (and family), My prayers are with your at this most difficult time in your life. May God give you the strength you need.

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