Henry Alston

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 the
values 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.