Mary Albritton

Mary Albritton

Mary Albritton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 12 to Dec. 14, 2008.
Mary Brooks McKenzie Albritton, a devoted mother, grandmother and friend, died peacefully Dec. 11, 2008, in Birmingham, Ala., at the age of 72.

She was born in Chattanooga, Tenn., on Aug. 10, 1936, and spent her adult life in Florence, Ala. Mary Brooks was a graduate of Girls Preparatory School - Chattanooga and Southwestern at Memphis (Rhodes College - Memphis) and was a lifelong member and supporter of Chi Omega Sorority. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, The Service League of the Shoals, the Shoals Garden Club, Daughters of the American Revolution and the Colonial Dames of the Seventeenth Century.

She was preceded in death by husband of 49 years, Sam J. Albritton Jr.; parents, Kathleen Kingston McKenzie and Clarence Eugene McKenzie, of Chattanooga; brother, Roderick McKenzie and sister, Kay Wilson, both of

Chattanooga.

Mary Brooks is survived by son, Sam J. Albritton III (Michelle), of Knoxville, Tenn., and children, Jones and Kate Albritton; daughter, Kathleen A. Fittro (Todd), of Bradenton, Fla., and children, Preston and Robert Fittro; son, Will B. Albritton (Avery), of Memphis, Tenn., and children, Mary Lynda and Kathleen Albritton; daughter, Martha A. Furio (Jim), of Birmingham, Ala., and child, Ross Furio.

Mary Brook's love of life, helping hand to all in need, counsel to friends and family along with her keen sense of humor endeared her to all.

A celebration of Mary Brooks' life was held Saturday, Dec. 13, at First Presbyterian Church, Florence, Ala. The family received friends in the fellowship hall at the church preceding the service from 1-3:30 p.m. Interment was private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Girls Preparatory School, Attention: Randy Tucker, 205 Island Ave., Chattanooga, TN 37405 or First Presbyterian Church, 224 E. Mobile St., Florence, AL 35630.

Arrangements by Elkins Funeral Home.

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August 27, 2023

McIntosh Lynn posted to the memorial.

December 27, 2008

Clista Currington posted to the memorial.

December 21, 2008

Meg Lambert posted to the memorial.

McIntosh Lynn

August 27, 2023

Mrs. Albritton, you were the full, beautiful example of a southern lady. I looked up to you very much. A wonderful wonderful mother- won´t ever forget her influence in suggesting Sam to work for an assisted living/nursing home his senior year. That must have been incredible, and helped him develop ways the outside world may never see. Good momma. Miss you Mary Brooks

Clista Currington

December 27, 2008

Ms.Albritton and I had lots of laughter, and great conversation about her family.And the time we spended last year together while I was working with her. she will be miss. love Clista Currington

Meg Lambert

December 21, 2008

All my best to the Albritton family. Mary Brooks was like my second mom while in college with Kathleen. She was one fine lady. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Leon & Pat Bates

December 14, 2008

Martha, we were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
The Bates (Neal's parents)

pamela yates

December 13, 2008

My heart is with all of Mrs. Albritton's family and friends at this time of mourning, as I know she will be missed...her spirit will live on by the influence she had on all that were fortunate enough to have known her!

Sharon Barker Tunnell

December 12, 2008

I remember how beautiful Mary Brooks was on her wedding day. Your father was my second cousin.
We grew up knowing him as Sammy. Your lovely grandmother Martha Albritton and my mother were first cousins. As a fifteen year old guest at your parents' wedding, I thought they were the most handsome couple in the world. Our hearts are with you at this time of loss.

Suzanne Thigpen Cannon

December 12, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies. Mrs. Albritton was a true lady and a great mother. I have alot of wonderful memories of her and her family.

Joan and Lloyd Johnson

December 12, 2008

Mary Brooks was a true Southern Lady who loved her family.
She will be missed

Ladd McIntosh

December 12, 2008

Aunt Mary Brooks...I'll always have fond memories of you and all of your family as we grew up together. You were a special part of my life.

God Bless You,

Ladd

Ann Smotherman

December 12, 2008

The world has lost a very beautiful person.

Ann and Paul Smotherman

Mark Barker

December 12, 2008

We extend our condolences. I was a second cousin to your father, and -living in Chattanooga then- I knew your mother when she was a GPS student.

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