Alton Celestine
April 1, 1947 - January 20, 2022
Alton Celestine (Shorty) was born in Thibodaux, Louisiana on April 1, 1947. He then moved to New Orleans as a young boy. He loved his family and friend's dearly, but the catastrophic Hurricane Katrina displaced him from those he loved to his new home in Commerce, Ga in 2005 with his common law wife, Brenda Cunningham and his step children and grandson. He displayed an unconditional love for his new family and friends here and the few family members who survived the hurricane. Shorty was well known as a mechanic in New Orleans and in the town of Commerce. He was also know for his genuine smile. He was a very hard worker and could make something out of nothing. Shorty survived by his common law wife Brenda Cunningham, his step daughter Persefphone Patman, her husband Bobby Patman and their children Ternell Cunningham, Arianna, Mayah, Janae, Jordyn and Elijah Patman. Step son's Bernard, James and Shawn Cunningham.
Alton Celestine (Shorty) was born in Thibodaux, Louisiana on April 1, 1947. He then moved to New Orleans as a young boy. He loved his family and friend's dearly, but the catastrophic Hurricane Katrina displaced him from those he loved to his... View Obituary & Service Information