LaNell Parr Allbritton

Our precious and dear "Nanny Nell", age 85, entered into our Lord's presence peacefully on Thursday, January 13, 2022. Her cherished grandchildren named her Nanny Nell and she lived up to that name by wholeheartedly serving others her entire life. She was an adoring wife, loving mother and a wonderful friend to so many. LaNell was born August 15, 1936 in Bedias, Texas. She graduated from Huntsville High School in 1953 and married Pete Allbritton in 1954. They remained married for 61 years before Pete's passing in November of 2015. They were blessed with two wonderful children that were the source of much pride and joy throughout their lives. She is survived by her son Steve and his wife Sally of College Station, Texas. Grandchildren; Katie and husband Jordan Newton of College Station, Texas; Luke Allbritton and wife Kate of Dallas, Texas; and Danny Allbritton of College Station Texas. Great Grandchildren; Riley, Jace and Kendall Newton of College Station and Hallie Kate and Walker Allbritton of Dallas. She was preceded in death by great granddaughter Audrey Jane Allbritton and son-in-law John Raymond Mitchell. She is also survived by her daughter Michele and her husband Trevor Thorn of Huntsville, Texas and grandchildren, Kacie and Cole Mitchell and Julian, Grant and Brock Thorn. LaNell was the youngest of eight brothers and sisters and numerous cousins that she counted among her dearest friends. She was a loving aunt, "Aunt Nell" and "Aunt Fannie", to numerous nieces and nephews whom she cherished and loved deeply. Her family and friends were all grateful recipients of LaNell's servant's heart, as she always placed others needs and wants above her own - truly exemplifying a Christ centered life. She enjoyed a 25 year career at Sam Houston State University and served timelessly in her beloved Second Baptist Church, where she gave of herself by teaching Sunday school, leading bible study, working in the church nursery and sewing badges of accomplishment on vests' for the children in the Awana's program. She was always ready to volunteer to help meet the needs of her friends, her church, or one of the many ball teams on which her children played. Nanny Nell was also a wonderful cook and many of her signature dishes have become a tradition at family gatherings. Pecan Pie, Strawberry Pretzel Salad, Peach Cobbler, Sweet Potato Casserole and Buffet Potatoes, to name a few. Visitation and Life Celebration will be at Second Baptist Church, Huntsville, Texas, where LaNell was a faithful member for over 60 years. Visitation will be Monday, January 17th, from 5 to 7 p.m. and Pastor Gary Garrison will lead us in a joy filled life celebration service on Tuesday, January 18th, at 11:00 a.m. LaNell was a faithful servant of Jesus Christ and we truly rejoice that her Savior Himself came and took her home to be with Him for eternity. Rest well good and faithful servant - you're home now. Memorial condolences may be made to the family at www.shmfh.com.

LaNell Parr Allbritton

August 15, 1936 - January 13, 2022