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Lucille Casanas Alexander

08/25/1929 - 07/19/2026

Obituary For Lucille Casanas Alexander

With profound love and gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we celebrate the remarkable journey of Lucille Casanas Alexander, who peacefully departed this life at the age of 96 on July 19, 2026. Her legacy is one of unwavering love, gentle strength, and compassionate service. She lived a life that touched countless hearts and continues to inspire all who knew her.

Born in Tallahassee, Florida on August 25,1929, she was the youngest child to Aurelio Antonio Angel Casanas (deceased), and Madeleine Taylor Casanas (deceased). Tallahassee was a place she cherished throughout her life, Lucille carried the warmth, grace, and resilience of her hometown, and Cuban roots wherever she went. She often spoke with pride of her “Frenchtown” roots, and held a deep appreciation for the community, traditions, and memories that shaped her into the extraordinary woman she became.

A dedicated and accomplished Registered Nurse, Lucille devoted her professional life to caring for others. Nursing was more than a career; it was a calling. Through skilled hands, a comforting smile, and a reassuring presence, she brought healing, hope, and dignity to countless patients and families.

She is lovingly survived by her children, Carucha Alexander Bowles, Aquilina K. Perry (Kelvin), Dr. Aurelia Alexander, Alesia Alexander “The Twins”, and a much-beloved adopted son, Dr. Ebenezer Oriaku. Her adored grandchildren, Chanel C. Khan (Mujahid), Alexandria C. Perry-Ingram (Charles), Russell W. Perry, “CC” Greene, Kahlo R.A. Garrison, and Payton C.H. Layne. Her great-grandchildren, Perri Ingram, and Charles Grant Ingram “The Twins, Part II”. Loving nieces, Sonya Bradford(Robert)(both deceased), Carmen Howell Ferguson, her children, Kenya Ferguson McNair (Colin, Kori), and Tavares Muhammad (Lisa) (Karriem), Sharon Bordeaux, Evelyn Eubanks, Verniece Hall-Santos, Aundrae Newman, and adoring nephews, William Alexander, Kenneth Alexander, Jacob Legree Jones, William Charles Sheldon “Bubba” Ingram III, Sean Gilliam, and Jelani Alexander. Her loving godchildren, Pamela Greene, Keith Miles, Kofi Hemmingway(deceased), Julius “Chaka” Hemmingway, Brooks Duncan, Rian Tyler, and Mallory Mathews.

Mrs. Alexander was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, Reverend Herbert C. Alexander.

The Celebration of Life will be 11 AM, Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, with burial at Tallahassee Memory Gardens. Viewing/Visitation will be Friday, July 31, 2026, from 12 Noon - 4PM, at Strong & Jones Funeral Home. Wake service will 6 PM - 6:30 PM at Bethel M.B. Church, followed by The Charmettes from 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM, Jack and Jill of America from 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM and Ivy Beyond the Wall from 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM.

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In Honor of Mrs. Lucille Casanas Alexander from Gregory Anderson. To the Family. May the Precious Memories of Mrs. Alexander linger forever. Precious memories, unseen angels Sent from somewhere to my soul How they linger ever near me And the sacred scenes unfold Precious memories, how they linger How they ever flood my soul In the stillness of the midnight Precious sacred scenes unfold Precious father, loving mother Fly across the lonely years And old home scenes of my childhood In fond memory appear Precious memories, how they linger How they ever flood my soul In the stillness of the midnight Precious sacred scenes unfold As I travel on life's pathway Know not what the years may hold And as I ponder, hope grows fonder Precious memories flood my soul Precious memories, how they linger How they ever flood my soul In the stillness of the midnight Precious sacred scenes unfold

Gregory Anderson

With Deepest Sympathy Pennie Blair FSU College of Nursing 1998

Pennie Blair

To the Alexander Family,

On behalf of LaTasha McCall and LM2 Construction and Consulting, we would like to extend our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the loved ones of our dear friend, Kelvin Perry and the entire Alexander Family.

Hearing about the warmth and light, Ms. Lucille brought to everyone around her, it's easy to see what an extraordinary person she was. Her loving spirit is beautifully reflected in her family, the life she lived, and the legacy she leaves behind.

Grief is never easy, even when someone has lived a long and meaningful life. May you find comfort in your cherished memories, strength in one another, and peace in the love surrounding you today and in the days ahead.

Please know that your entire family remains in our thoughts and prayers.

With deepest sympathy,

LaTasha McCall

LaTasha McCall President & Owner LM2 Construction and Consulting

LaTasha McCall

MY CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY

Andrew Scott

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