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Obituary For Henry Alston
Mr. Henry Alston passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026.Henry C. Alston, 87, transitioned to his heavenly home on January 15, 2026. Born September 4, 1938, Henry was a man defined by his discipline, faith, and commitment to his community.
A proud graduate of Chatham High School, Henry’s early years were spent mastering the craft of a brick mason. Working alongside his father and uncles, he learned thevalues of hard work and craftsmanship that would define his character. He went on to earn his Bachelor of Science and Master’s degrees from North Carolina A&T State University along with an advanced degree in Education Administration from Appalachian State University. After serving as a draftsman in the U.S. Air Force at Nellis AFB and at Beamon Corporation, Henry spent the second half of his career shaping minds as an industrial arts teacher and eventually a principal within the Guilford County School System until retirement.
Henry’s commitment to Trinity A.M.E. Zion Church was deeply personal. Utilizing the skills he acquired as a young brick mason working with his family, he brought a builder’s eye to his roles as a Trustee, Sunday School Teacher, Men’s Fellowship Participant and Trinity Gardens Director.
Henry married Lillie B. Wright on August 27, 1961. To this union, two (2) sons were born: Steven C. Alston (wife Jean) and Darin D. Alston. He was predeceased by his wife Lillie, his parents, Willie C. and Lessie Siler Alston, brothers Alvis Douglas Alston and Hubert Lee Brown, niece Diane Laury Lane, and brother-in-law John Henry Watson. He leaves to cherish his memory, five grandchildren: Dominik, Doriane, Dimitri, Dalyn, and Damascus; a great-grandchild, Kyrin, brother Stephen O. “Scootie” Alston(Ann); two sisters in Maryland, Lessie Geraldine “Sissie” Watson, and Cylestine “Tina” Laury (Harry), and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
Henry leaves behind a legacy of love, leadership, dedication, discipline, honor and he will be deeply missed.
Funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Trinity AME Zion Church, 631 East Florida Street, Greensboro, NC 27406. Visitation will be held prior at 11:00 a.m Burial will follow at Guilford Memorial Park, 6000 Gate City Boulevard, Greensboro, NC 27407.
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To the Alston Family: I am saddened to hear about the passing of Mr. Alston. My thoughts and prayers are with you all today and always during this difficult time. You all are blessed to have known such a wonderful person!! Mr. Alston: If I did not get the opportunity to tell you thank you for your support and kindness towards me while in high school, I want to say thank you! I could not have met a more kind and loving person. Rest well in Him!
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Alston, we were next door neighbors for 20 years. My sincere condolences to the family.
Gary Matthews
Dear Steve, Jean and family...So sorry for your loss. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Prayers and condolences to Steve, Jean and family. Rest in peace.
Steve, Darin and members of the Alston family : My heart and prayer's are with you at this time . May God continue to bless each of you .
Worked with Henry at Northeast. He was one of the best principals we had (I spent 33 years at Northeast) His "coffee cup" story about his first year as a principal has stuck with me through 50+ years as an educator. I have shared it with all of my students and colleagues. He truly had the welfare of his students and faculty as the hall mark of his leadership. He made all of us better by having had him as our leader.
Condolences to Steve and family.
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