
Melvin Louis Britton, Sr.
Melvin Louis Britton, Sr., departed this life on Monday, December 14, 2020 at the age of 70. He was born on April 1, 1950, in Ironton, LA. He is the son of the late Samuel Britton Sr., and Bertha Gibson Britton. He is the beloved father of Melvin Louis Britton Jr., Shanta’ Britton Henry (Torry Sr.), and Travis Damon Britton. He is also survived 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, his sister Bernice Black, and his brother Oliver Britton. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Melvin was predeceased by 13 siblings, along with his parents, Samuel Britton, Sr., and Bertha Gibson Britton. Relatives and friends of the family attended the limited visitation and homegoing celebration on Saturday, December 26, 2020, at Robinson Family Funeral Home, 9611 LA-23, Belle Chasse, LA. Officiant: Minister Jordan L. Robinson, Sr. Interment: Ironton Cemetery, Ironton, LA. Melvin’s family invited everyone to share thoughts, memories, and condolences online at www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com.