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Alvin Richardson Obituary

RICHARDSON Alvin Richardson, Sr., age 94, was embraced by the Lord and called home Sunday, April 21, while surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alexander and Ophelia Richardson, and his sister, Bertha Richardson. Alvin lived a full and blessed life and was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, as well as a kind friend. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him. Left to cherish his precious memories are his dear wife, Audrey Andry Richardson, their three children Shelly (David Sr.) Butler, Terry (Gregory Sr.) Mundy, and Alvin (fiancé Robin White) Richardson; grandchildren David Butler, Jr., Gregory Mundy, Jr. (fiancé Cheryl Smith), Alvin Richardson, III, Brittany Miller (Charles), Tracy Mundy, Shelly Gordon (Darrell Jr.), Terry C. Mundy, Sr. (Dominique), Briana Richardson and Shawn Richardson, along with eight great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate his Homegoing Service at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 30, at Rhodes Funeral Home Chapel, 1020 Virgil Street, Gretna, LA. Apostle Ronnie R. Stewart, Sr. of Jesus Christ Apostolic Lighthouse Ministries, Intl. will be officiating. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to the hour of service. Interment: St. Bartholomew Cemetery. Arrangements by D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St. Gretna, LA. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Apr. 26 to Apr. 28, 2013.

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Sheila Thornton Lee

May 3, 2013

To my cousins, Audrey, Shelly, Terry and Alvin, Jr., along with all the grandchildren,you all have my deepest condolences on the loss of your dear husband, father and grandfather. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dianne Carter

April 30, 2013

We offer our sincere condolence and prayerful blessings to the Richardson and Mundy Family.May God's grace give you His peace,endurance and many wonderful memories.God Bless......................... The Carter(Defon Russ) Family

Arthur & Charmaine Malbroue

April 30, 2013

To The Richardson Family...

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Defon Russ

April 29, 2013

To Mrs.Terry Mundy , I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad Mr. Alvin Richardson Sr. I like to express my condolences and pray that God give you and everyone you love the strength to stand on in this difficult time of your life. Please remember to keep the faith .My family and I will continue to keep all of you and your mom in our prayers. From Defon Russ and Family.

Defon Russ

April 29, 2013

To Mrs.Terry Mundy , I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad Mr. Richardson.I pray God give you and everyone you love the strength to stand on in this difficult time of your life. I will continue to keep all of you and your mom in my prayers. From the Russ Family.

JAMILA HANSHAW

April 29, 2013

Shelly, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May God bless you with the strength and wisdom to know Mr. Alvin is ALRIGHT! In his 94 years on this earth, he has definitely fought the good fight, finished his course and kept the faith...Love, Jam

Donald Diggs

April 28, 2013

Shelly and David,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. When you are alone in your solemn place, reminisce of the many wonderful and humorous times you spent with him. Instead of sadness, let a gentle smile warm your face. He would be pleased.

Donald and Dianna Diggs

You will ALWAYS be in our hearts. Mrs. A.J. Cambre & Family, Employees of A.J. Cambre Company, Inc.

Sandra Cambre

April 28, 2013

Kevin P. Cambre

April 28, 2013

Mr. Alvin is a great, "Loyal and Humble", person. He is a true example of a very GREAT PERSON! My family and I love Mr. Alvin very much and welcomed him in as family would. He was a Dedicated employee and member of society through his Perseverance, and Love. Remembering his laughing and smiling would just bring about a comfortable atmosphere. He will be missed very much By the Cambre Family and I, and will never be forgotten. I would like to send out my Condolences to the Alvin Family while letting them know, they are in my Prayers.

Sandra Cambre

April 27, 2013

We were so very blessed to have so many wonderful years with such an amazing and beautiful human being.
He will ALWAYS be our Uncle Alvin!
Our deepest sympathy to Ms. Audrey, Shelly & David, Terry & Gregory, Alvin, and to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Love, The A.J. Cambre Family Tribe

Richard & Charlotte Loehn

April 27, 2013

David,
Charlotte and I would like to send our prayers and good wishes to you, Shelly and all the members of Alvin's family. You can be comforted in all the many fond memories you have of Alvin, and please share those precious moments with your children.

Richard and Charlotte Loehn

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