Alex Gorden Courtney, Sr. Obituary in Richmond at Scotts Funeral Home

Obituary For Alex Gorden Courtney, Sr.

Alex Gorden Courtney, Sr., 92, of Henrico, departed this life September 25, 2022. He was born on December 9, 1929 in Caroline County, Virginia to the late, Hattie Daisy Fells and Robert Harry Courtney. He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Jane White Courtney, brothers, Warren E. Courtney and Curtis R. Courtney and sister, Clara L. Mines. Alex accepted Christ at an early age and became active in First Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Dawn Virginia after moving back to Virginia. After being educated in Caroline County Public Schools, he spent two years in the Army and worked as a bus driver for the New York Transist Authority, before becoming a Conductor for New York Transit Authority. Alex retired as a motorman. He loved spending time with his family, playing cards, traveling to the various casinos for relaxation and big family gatherings. Alex is survived by his children, Alex G. Courtney, Jr. (Renita), of Henrico, Robin L. Courtney- Campbell, (Patrick deceased) of Brooklyn, New York, and Tauriano Lewis, of Charlotte, North Carolina; two granddaughters, Shayla C. Varnado (Emile), of Chester, Virginia, and Sheree A. Courtney, of Normal, Illinois; two grandsons, Terry and Taurey Lewis; great-grandson, Emile Varnado, Jr.; sister, Yvonne Baylor, of Ashland, Virginia; brother, Melvin Courtney, of King George, Virginia; devoted niece, Deborah A. Spearman (Jay) of Richmond; devoted nephew, Darren Courtney (Kim), a host of other nieces, nephews; devoted caregivers, Kim Logan, Bobie Gaines, Paris Cain, Doretha Spearman, Turkessa Spearman, Renee Saunders, Ronnie Spearman and Chantay Bryce, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd, where viewing will be held Friday September 30, from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, October 1, at First Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 18041 Dawn Blvd., Hanover, Virginia 23069. Interment First Mt. Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery.

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Condolences to the Courtney family.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Sorry for your loss but Heaven gain. Charles and Shirley williams

Sending prayers and thoughts of sympathy to the family. Sharon Duncan

To the Alex and Renita Courtney, in your time of sorrow, may you find peace in his presence as he gives you strength for today and hope for tomorrow, I offer my sincere condolences to you the entire family.
Denise & Freddie PigGee

To the family: Mr. Alex Courtney was such a nice person. We enjoyed talking with him after church on Sundays. He was soft spoken and had a heart full of love. May he continue to rest in heavenly peace. Cheryl and Teddy Alsop - First Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Dawn, Virginia

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the death of your beloved father Brother Alex Courtney. You are especially in our prayers today. We are praying that God will strengthen and sustain you all in this time of sorrow. Perhaps the words of the psalmist David will encourage you today. "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me." May the Good Shepherd bring peace to The Courtney Family Today. Rev. Jerome McCray, Senior Pastor, Unionville AME Church, Mayesville, South Carolina

To the family Mr. Alex Courtney was an outstanding person. He was soft spoken and exemplified love. He was always loving and caring for others. He was so special to me. I will never forgot our conversations on Sundays at church. May his soul rest in peace. Just remember Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal.