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Obituary For Dea. Arthur Alexander
Dea. Arthur Alexander, 85, of Phenix City, AL passed Wednesday, June 16, 2021 in Columbus, GA.
Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. EST Friday, June 25, 2021 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church Phenix City, AL. with Dr. Patrick T. Brown, officiating. Visitation is Thursday, June 24, 2021 from 1-5 p.m. EST
Deacon Arthur Alexander was born July 3, 1935 to the late Otis and Emmie Alexander in Russell County Alabama
After enrolling in school in Russell County, he soon became the head of the house at the early age of 8 after the death of his father. At the age of 11 he received his Social Security card which allowed him to get his first job to make sue the family needs were met.
Deacon Alexander confessed Christ and was baptized in 1954 at the Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Ft. Mitchell under the leadership of Rev. Henry Harris, where he was a good and faithful member until his health failed, serving on various committees to include the following:Trustee Board where he served as the Chairman, Deacon Board, Sunday School Men Class, Mass Choir, Media Ministry, Head Custodian, Cemetery Committee, Ward Leader, Benevolent Committee, Mission , and he was the 1st Organ player to be hired and placed on the payroll at Mt. Olive Baptist Church.
Deacon Alexander loved Russell County and was always giving back to the community in which he was raised. He was an active member of The Tri City Male Chorus, The Russell County Senior Citizen Center, The Mount Hebron District Association where he served at Treasurer and the Ministers, Deacon and Deacon Wives Union for the Baptist Association.
Deacon Alexander was no stranger to hard work and it showed in his performance on all of his jobs in his lifetime. He was employed at Afro American Insurance, Royal Crown Nehi Plant , and Sunshine Biscuits/Kelloggs where he retired in 1999.
Deacon Alexander loved to travel, loved to watch sporting events, loved to give wisdom and knowledge about the past to those who were interested, loved sharing historical facts about the Alexander Family, the Ft Mitchell Area, Mt. Olive Baptist Church and life itself, and he loved playing with his great grand children.
Deacon Alexander was preceded in death by his parents, three siblings Otis Jr., Bertha and Carrie, and his youngest son Dwanice Earl, Sr.. He leaves to cherish his memories, a loving and devoted wife, Lena Alexander, a devoted and caring son, Rickey Alexander (Albany, GA). A brother Clarence (Jeannette) Alexander, (Columbus, GA), Sisters, Julia Dixon (Phenix City, AL) and Sara Alexander (Columbus, GA). A sister in law Ruby James (Seale, AL), brother in law, Lynn (Lois) Allen, (Phenix City, AL) Grandchildren Niketa (Robin) Oden and Dwanice(Kym) Alexander, all of (Phenix City, AL). Great grandchildren Aldarius, Braylen, Baylei, Anthony and Amari. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
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Add A CondolenceAlthough I didn't know Mr Arthur as family and many friends knew him, I learned a lot from listening to his sister and my spiritual sister Sarah as she spoke of her big brother. My condolences go to the family (Mrs Lena, Rickey, Mr Clarence, Mrs Jeanette and Ms Julia), I have come to know of over time. May the comforts of the Scriptures: Isaiah 26:3 ;Psalms 55:22 and many more console you. Carolyn Chaney
Family, we are sending our sincere heartfelt condolences. May God grant you comfort during these times. Love Mack Kelly, the Thorntons, Kellys and Brooks
Coach Rick, Sincere condolences to you, Ms.Lena your mother and other members of your family.May God continue to cover you during these difficult days ahead.He will never leave you and we will continue to pray for all of you. Love from Ken, Pat,Katrina,Nick and Kenneth A Towns Albany,Ga
Rick we are so sorry to hear about your dad; prayers to you and your family from Sylvester (Sly) and Donna Anderson
Pastor Brown and the members of Mount Olive Baptist Church send condolences to the family. Deacon Alexander will truly be missed.
Aunt Lena, Ricky and family. We are so sorry for the loss of Uncle Arthur. We are going to miss him. May God comfort you all during this time of sorrow. 2 Corinthians 1:3,4 Jerald & Darlene Bellamy
Our condolences to Mrs. Lena, Ricky and Family. May you find peace in this time of sorrow. Hold fast to God's unchanging hand. Every time I saw Mr. Arthur, he always had a smile and this is the way I will remember him. God bless the Family. We love you all. Brenda & George Tarver
Mr. Arthur, it was a pleasure was a pleasure to know you. I really enjoyed going to the conventions with you, Ms. Lena, Big Sam and Aunt Sarah. We use to have a good time. Thank you for your encouraging words. Me and my girls are going to miss you.
ARTHUR WAS THE BEST,ENJOYED WORKING WITH HIM AT SUNSHINE BISCUIT... SO SORRY FOR THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS LOSS.... PRAYERS FOR ALL >>>
Mr. Arthur will be truly missed along with his "Big Smile" and being able to make others laugh. May God comfort and keep the Alexander Family. Diedre Williams & Family
Heaven gained another Angel when God called Arthur home His Sunshine/Kellogg's work family will miss him and his family at our luncheons RIP God Bless
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. It was always a pleasure seeing Mr. and Mrs. Alexander at the ASU Rams football games. Always friendly, sharing that big smile, and supporting Rick. God honors the love you had for people. May God bring comfort to the family through His Word. The Leggett Family
May you find comfort in the Presence of Holy Spirit who lovingly wraps around us in our losses and times of suffering. Psalm 147:3 assures us that He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. The Carlisle Family: Carolyn, Jason, Jasmine & Dylan
To our Alexander Family. Sincere condolences and prayers as another soldier has transitioned home. Praying for strength and blessings to all. Ken/Denise Bynam,Phenix City,Ala
May God's presents be with the Family in these times. My prayers are with the Family continually. Praying your strength in the Lord Amen. Rev. Mimmie Elliott.
Very sweet man. Bless the family, May you find rest in Our Father. Kimberly from Sunshine bisc.
Job well done kinfolk! God bless and keep you All through this journey. Our Father has a plan for us all. I love you all!
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