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Anita Bryant Obituary

Anita Louise Bryant, aged 79, passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 in Baton Rouge. Anita was a graduate of Istrouma High School, Class of 1962. Burial was private at Greenoaks Memorial Park. She is survived by her sister, Leona Avery of Baton Rouge; nephew, Darryl Avery and Carol Lotko of Denver, CO; and niece, Diana Lynn A. Jones and Phil Jones of Cabot, AR. She is preceded in death by her parents, J.W. Bryant and Juanita Coffey Bryant.

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Published by The Advocate from Aug. 3 to Aug. 6, 2023.

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Dietrich Ricker

October 16, 2024

Sorry we missed your passing Anita. We would have thrown an impromptu Pride Parade to celebrate.

Rhonda Cairns

October 15, 2024

What you did was very important and godly. Thank you for your commercials and everything you have done. Rest in peace with the heavenly father. Much love, Rhonda

Ella Bourgeois

August 21, 2023

Dear Leona and all your family,

I send my deepest condolences to everyone. Leona, may memories and time help you through your grief.
Praying for you and your family.
Ella Rene Bourgeois

Lee Weldon Rice

August 7, 2023

My sweet friend has flown away to Jesus. She is perfect in every way. I have more memories than I could share but one thing for sure-I am a better person because of Anita. I am happy inside but my heart is broken. I miss you already gal. We started school together, started Church together and High School- what a blessing. Lee Weldon Rice

Elizabeth Bailes

August 4, 2023

Sorry to hear this sad news. We started first grade together and graduated together. Just sent her birthday greetings. Goodbye old friend, see you on the flip side!

Wayne Sparks

August 4, 2023

I am sad to hear of Anita´s passing but so happy to know she is in Heaven now. I went to Winbourne Baptist and elementary through Istrouma High with Anita. She was a friend and always had a glorious smile. Mr Bryant taught a Sunday School class I was in and took me fishing once down around Lake Maurepas. I can see Anita´s smile now!
Wayne Sparks

Ed M

August 3, 2023

Lived a Life of Great Principal!
God Bless and Thank You.

Eddie M. Staten Island, NY

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