John David Additon Jr.

Published 2:00 pm Thursday, May 30, 2013

A gathering of family and friends will be Friday from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. at Pellerin Funeral Home in New Iberia for John David Additon Jr., 41, who passed away Monday, May 27, 2013, in New Iberia.

Born on August 9, 1971, Mr. Additon was from New Orleans, but was a longtime resident of New Iberia. He was a graduate of Belle Chasse High School and attended South Louisiana Community College. Mr. Additon had a passion for sports. He was an avid fan and supporter of the New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Hornets and Tulane University Sports. Always seeking a new adventure, he loved traveling, fishing, boating and dining, especially seafood dishes. His hobbies also included movies, music and singing karaoke.

Survivors include his daughter Victoria Additon of New Iberia; mother, Cheryl Additon, and fiancé Apostolos Palistraizis of New Iberia; grandmother, Rita Addition of Harvey; sister Sonya Additon of St. Petersburg, Fla.; nieces Alexandra Klink and Sophia Klink, both of St. Petersburg, Fla.; several aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, John David Additon Sr.; grandparents, Maydell and Marvin Schneider, Mark B. Additon and Edward Tolar.

To view online obituary and sign guestbook, go to www.pellerinfuneralhome.com.

Pellerin Funeral Home, 502 Jefferson Terrace Blvd., New Iberia, LA 70560, 365-3331, is in charge of arrangements.