Rev. Albert Virges Spriggins

1930 - 2019

Reverend Albert Virges Spriggins of Byram, MS and New Orleans, LA passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at the age of 79. He is the beloved son of the late Smith Emmitt (S.E.) Spriggins and the late Clemmie Thompson Spriggins. Devoted husband of 43 years to the late Betty Christophe Spriggins of New Orleans. Loving husband to current wife, Virginia Pate of Byram, MS. Loving father of Carla Spriggins Russell (Harry) and Debra Spriggins Jacomine (Mel). Devoted brother of Johnnie Mae Spriggins Harris and Leo Spriggins. Loving and devoted grandfather of Antoine Russell, Lauren Jacomine, Zachary Jacomine; and a host of nieces, nephews, family, relatives, and friends. Relatives and friends and employees of The Medical Team, the New Orleans Police Department, SUNO School of Social Work, Ochsner, members of Smith Chapel M.B.C, Livingston M.B.C, and Rosedale M.B.C are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Smith Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, 323 Livingston Vernon Road, Flora, Mississippi 39071 at 10:00 A.M. Visitation will begin at 9:00 A.M. Interment will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 4000 Norman Meyer St. in New Orleans. Body will lie in state on Friday, November 15, 2019 at Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, 2120 Jackson Avenue from 3:00 pm until 4:00 pm. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com .GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHRAGE (504) 522-2525.