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1935
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2011
Alma Alston Obituary
Alma M. Alston "Mother A" departed her earthly life on Monday, December 12, 2011 at Heritage Health Care Center. A celebration of her life will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, December 17 at St. Mary P.B. Church, 655 W. Georgia St, Tallahassee, FL. Interment will follow at Southside Cemetery.
She is survived by five sons, Sharron Vaughn (Brenda), John Vaughn, Arthur Gee (Shirleen), Walter Gee and Kelvin Harris (Stephanie); four daughters, Cassandra Berrian-Kelly, Valerie Jugger (Anthony), Sheila Johnson, and Allisa Harris; 13 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Also mourning her loss is a special friend Theodore Harris along with a host of other family and friends.
Ms. Alston was preceded in death by her mother Maggie Alston-Coleman.
The family would like to thank the staff of Heritage Health Care Center.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alma Alston
Angie & Ann Woodberry
December 16, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mike & Karen Jackson
December 16, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Uncle Cecil Mathis & Family
December 16, 2011
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Please remember that you have the love of family and friends, and most important the grace of God to carry you through.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Corker & Mable Wimberly
December 15, 2011
We are so sad to hear of your lost, but may God be with your family now and always. We love you. Please do not hesitate to call on Me or Corker if you need us. You will be in our prayers.
Elecia Washington
December 15, 2011
May God truly comfort you all in the sorrow of losing your precious mother. She has truly brought joy to my life in being able to take care of her at Heritage Healthcare Center. You all have made me apart of your family and I'm grateful for the love that you all have given to me. I will truly miss Ms. Alma Alston.
December 15, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lindeara Jefferson
December 15, 2011
To Anthony and family: When in doubt, call upon the Lord... He will see you through. I have found comfort in John 14, Let not your heart be troubled. My prayers are with you and may God shine his everlasting light upon you during your sorrowful time.
Mike Drymon
December 15, 2011
Kelvin, So sorry to hear about your Mom. You are in many City worker's prayers today.
December 15, 2011
To Shelia and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Remember crying may endure for a night but JOY cometh in the morning.
Carolyn Butler-Hinson
Havana, Florida
Juanita Jefferson Cook
December 15, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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