Alexander Jaleel Buford Obituary in Phenix City at Taylor Funeral Home, Inc

Obituary For Alexander Jaleel Buford

Alexander Jaleel Buford, 14, of Phenix City, AL passed Sunday, June 19, 2022 in Birmingham, AL.

Funeral service will be held 3:00 p.m. EST Saturday, June 25, 2022 in the C.T. Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Bro. Timothy Buford, officiating. Interment to follow in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery, Ft. Mitchell, AL. Visitation is Friday, June 24, 2022 from 2-5 p.m. EST.

Alexander Jaleel Buford, affectionately known as "Alex" was born January 5, 2008 in Columbus, GA to Travis Darnell Mitchell and Priscilla Gail Buford-Mitchell of Phenix City, AL.

Alex was a wonderful, caring, humble young man. He excelled academically, was an avid video game player and sports lover (his favorite basketball player was Steph Curry of the Golden State Warriors).

Alex loved his family, especially his two brothers who were his best friends. He was known to be the peace maker of the family always putting others before himself even when he was at his weakest. He loved hot wings and Hot Takis; his smile was infectious and could light up an entire room.

Alex attended the Phenix City Public School System his entire life and would have been entering his freshman year at Central High School this August. His favorite quotes were "God got me" and "Save your tears for another day".

Alex was preceded in death by his paternal great grandfather, Rev. Jessie Mitchell; maternal grandmother, Carolina Buford; maternal great grandparents, Josephus (Mattie Mae) Buford and Jimmy (Mary Lee "Jackie" )Duffie; two uncles, Kerri Battle and Matthew Buford.

He leaves to cherish his memories, other than his parents; brothers Trevon "Tre" Buford and Travis "TJ" Mitchell, Jr., both of Phenix City, AL; paternal great-great grandparents, Annie Hill and Percy Hill both of Ft. Mitchell, AL; paternal great grandmother, Julia Mitchell of Fort Mitchell, AL; paternal grandparents, Ronald Hill of Columbus, GA and Allyson Mitchell of Phenix City, AL; maternal grandparents, Jimmie (Nadine) Buford of Phenix City, AL; great uncle, Wallace (Debbie) Watkins of Augusta, GA; great aunt, Marietta (George) Comer of Columbus, GA; uncle, Timothy (Latrice) Buford of Cusseta, GA; aunts, Jessica Hill, Kiara Mitchell, Tabitha (Reginald) Huff, Rachel Buford and Ayana Bellamy all of Phenix City, AL; Shereita (Montravious) Zachery and Keturah Buford both of Columbus, GA and host of cousins, friends, dedicated nurses and doctors.

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Abbey Rocco sent Ocean Devotion for Alexander Jaleel Buford - June 23, 2022

Alex, thank you for being such an amazing young man. I love you and your family with all my heart. Rest in peace my sweetest angel. Love you always, Dr. Rocco

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Sending my prayers and condolences to the family. May God grant you all the strength needed to get through this sad time. Rosia Smith

My deepest condolences and prayers are with the family.Pricilla I'm sorry for your lost but God's got him. I pray that you find Peace that surpasses all understanding.

To the family May God comfort you all during this difficult time. Alex was a bright star in my 4th grade class at Westview Elementary School. Ms. Brundidge

Our Sincere Condolences To The Family. May God Continue To Uplift The Family In Prayers. ( Neighbor) Voncile Kalpen & Lizzie Todd 🕊🏀🕊

My sincere condolences to you and your familY.

Melvin & ANGELIA Jackson Sr.your cousins.

Sending love and prayers to the entire family, including my beautiful cousin, Allison. We are here for you all. Love Jan and Obie Bryant

Alex was such a sweet and polite young man. He was So smart as well. His perseverance is to be admired. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. "He healeth the broken in heart, And bindeth up their wounds." ‭‭Psalm‬ ‭147:3‬ ‭KJV‬‬ https://bible.com/bible/1/psa.147.3.KJV
Mrs. Lewis

Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you and your family during this difficult time. Death is our enemy and will soon be replaced with life everlasting in a beautiful paradise earth where there is no sickness, death, pain or mourning. (Revelation 21:1-4) Linda Deal

My Sincere Condolence to the Family🙏🏽

Class of 2026- Westview Elementary School.

Alex was the sweetest of the sweet. Despite what he faced, he always had a smile on his face and loved learning. His determination was inspiring. His presence may be missed but his spirit and strength will sustain those who mourn his loss. Sleep well, Prince Alex. Heaven has truly gained an angel. ---Ms. Carr

Alex was the sweetest of the sweet. Despite what he faced, he always had a smile on his face and loved learning. His determination was inspiring. His presence may be missed but his spirit and strength will sustain those who mourn his loss. Sleep well, Prince Alex. Heaven has truly gained an angel.

The Thornton Family is lifting you up in prayer during this difficult time. The Bible says to mourn with those who mourn, and we are praying for you and speaking words of comfort. Rev. Mitchell will take care of him until we all are united on that Glorious Day. Love, Sister Katie Thornton and Family

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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