GASTONIA -- Robert "Mac" McAlister, 51, passed away Jan. 11, 2013 at Gaston Memorial Hospital.
He was born Nov. 13, 1961 in Gaston County, son of Charles Raymond and Fanny Lenk McAlister.
The family will receive friends from 6-9 p.m. Tuesday at New Life Baptist Church-Bessemer City. A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the church, officiated by Revs. Randy Richardson and Gene Ware.
Mr. McAlister was a loving husband, father, and son. He was an active member of God Can Baptist Church, Bessemer City and was self-employed.
He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Sandra Treece McAlister; daughters, Tiffany McAlister, Krystal McAlister and fiancée, Chris Blanton; son, Johnathan Costner; brother, Gert McAlister and wife Lisa; sisters, Tina McMillan and husband Terry, Diana Greco and husband, Bobby; father and mother in law, Marvin and Gaynell Treece; and five grandchildren.
Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service, Gastonia.
A guest registry is available at www.greenefuneral.com.
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Sandra, I am so sorry for your loss, I think about you often even though we just had Art class together. I just found out about Mac, January 29th and unfortunately have some idea of the pain you're going through. Be strong and trust in Jesus, I'll try to speak with you soon. God bless.
Shane Dockery
January 29, 2013
I don't think there are enough words in the world to describe how Awesome of a person this world is missing, everyday I hope and wish that you all find peace and comfort as much as you can. I love you all and I'm so proud to have known Robert. Y'all are one lucky family to have someone like him looking out for you from upstairs.. I will be here for anything any of you need. Love you all so much
Katie Wasowicz
January 26, 2013
You all are still in our thoughts and prayers over the next coming days and weeks. Rest in peace, Robert. Chris and Faye Hill
Chris Hill
January 26, 2013
Thank you so much for all the wonderful words of love and peace for my sweet husband, Robert. As I read all of the writings from all of his friends and family, it warms my heart because he had so many people that loved and cared for him. It has been so hard to get through each second of each day without the love of my life. After over 30 years together, from High School until now, he had been an ever constant for me and our children. We worked together, lived together, loved together and made our dreams come true together for so many years. Facing life without him has been the hardest thing I have ever tried to do in my entire life. I feel like I have lost my compass. He has always been my "true north". Please pray for our family, that God will help guide us.
Thank you again for giving him your love and giving me these wonderful words of comfort.
Your friend,
Sandra Treece McAlister
Sandra Treece McAlister
January 26, 2013
Sorry to hear about Robert. Johnny&I just heard about him we have been out of town my heart go out to you.
Joyce Eidson
January 23, 2013
To all the McCalisters, So sorry I didn't get by during your Bereavement. You have been and are in my thoughts and Prayers in the loss of your Husband, father, Child, and brother. I love you all and you have my Deepest Sympathy.
Ezeperee McKinney
January 21, 2013
Worked with Robert at Tyler. Enjoyed so much the conversations we used to have at work. Came by your place and visited after you bought the house from the church and had it moved. There was nothing to big for Robert to tackle, and his heart and dreams were just as big! May God be with you in these coming days and lay a special blessing on your heart as you grieve.
Gene and Frances Allen
January 21, 2013
May God give you comfort and peace. We are sorry to hear about your sudden loss.
HHHS Class of 80.
Tony Tate
January 21, 2013
Miss you so much, Robert.
Shohei Moriwaki
January 21, 2013
i am so sorry for your loss..i am praying for and i love yall.....i just found out and please have uncle raymond and aunt fanny call me...this is davana and my number is 336-425-3649...my deepest sympathy to you....
January 18, 2013
Sandy our family is so sorry for your loss...I never did know mac personally but I did know you and he had to be a good man to be married to a good women like you. Our family have you and the girls in prayer
Randy Henderson
January 17, 2013
To Tiffany, Krystal, Sandra and family... I pray for God's comfort for you during this very difficult time.
Jack Sams
January 16, 2013
Sandra, I never knew Robert, but you and I have been friends since early childhood, and when a friend hurts, I hurt. My heart breaks for you and your family. I am praying for you all to have peace in the coming days. God be with you! <3
Becky Weaver
January 15, 2013
So very sorry to hear about Robert. He was such a great friend back in the day. Regret so much that we lost contact over the years. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. So very sorry for your loss.
Kelly York
January 15, 2013
robert was an excellent buissness man polite down to earth kind generous.my father drove his racee car for years we will all miss him.
jimbo patterson
January 15, 2013
hey girls ur daddy was a great man he loved ya. his love for ya will help ya threw life he was so proud yall.
January 15, 2013
Robert you were my first real childhood friend. You taught me to ride a motorcycle, shoot a bb gun and play in the woods. You taught me that the best friends are the ones you can fight with one day and create some of lifes best memories with the next day.
Love and Prayers for the family.
Scot Loftin
January 15, 2013
I am very sorry for your loss. May Gods blessing be with you and your family during these trying times.
Regggie and Lori Ballard
January 15, 2013
Thoughts and Prayers for the family! From the Milburn & Rice Families!!
January 15, 2013
Sandra,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Brent was so upset to hear the news. He has thought a lot these last few days of him and Robert growing up together.
May God's love and grace comfort you in the days to come.
Love, Brent and Jackie Hunnicutt
January 14, 2013
I am sooo sorry to hear this. I pray that god, family and your memories can walk you through this time in your life. RIP Robert you will be greatly missed. HHHS class of 80
Judy Barefoot Johnson
January 14, 2013
Margie Mack- Ragsdale
January 14, 2013
Thoughts and Prayers go out to the Mcalister family.
Pl & Sharon Summitt
January 14, 2013
Ms Sandra, Tiffany, and Krystal.... Like I've already told Tiff, my heart is broken for all of you. It's never easy when someone you love is taken unexpectedly and entirely too soon, I hope you find comfort and peace right now when it's needed the most. Praying God heals your broken hearts and most of all, that each of you feel his presence as each day passes. Xoxo.
Ashley Taylor Gardner
January 14, 2013
Rest in peace Robert....
Randy and Tracie Philbeck
HHH Class of 1980
January 14, 2013
Tina, I are so sorry to hear about Robert. I am praying for you and your family. Even in your time of sorrow, I hope that you had a good birthday.
God's peace,
Rebecca Brooks (Philip)
January 14, 2013
My heart aches for the loss that you are feeling. May many years of wonderful memories bring you peace & comfort. I love you and my thoughts & prayers are with you ...
Susan Cates
January 14, 2013
So sorry for your loss, Robert was a great man.
January 14, 2013
Sandra
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family
Tracy Cantrell & Family
January 14, 2013
rest in peace friend.
randy mcswain
January 14, 2013
Sandra,Tiffany and Crystal We are so very sorry for your loss. Robert was a wonderful person who will be missed by so many. Years ago you and Robert bowled with my husband Wade. We had such good times. Tiffany was born and I had the pleasure of taking care of your little sweetheart for about a year while you worked. He stoped by here during the summer on his motorcycle. Wade, Chris and Robert talked for a couple hours in my driveway. He loves you very much Sandra that was the one thing I noticed the caring he showed when speaking of you. He told Wade about your girls and how proud he was of them. I gave him my phone number and told him I would love to get together sometime. Its wonderful to know that reunion will be in heaven now. If we can do anything at all for you or your family please let me know. Our thoughts and prayers will remain with you. Wade and Linda Fraley
January 14, 2013
Sandra,
I'm so sorry about Robert.
May God be with you and your family now and always. And may God help you get through this.
Love, Mary Anderson
Mary Anderson
January 14, 2013
Robert, you were a great husband and father. You will be missed by so many. Rest in peace.
Bryan & Shelia Welch
January 14, 2013
Prayers to all the McAlister family. R.I.P Robert. You will be missed..
Christina Costner
January 14, 2013
Tina, I sorry about your brother. Our prayer is with the family
James & Sam Mcmillan
January 14, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you Sandra...
Nance Robinson
January 14, 2013
Sandra,
Sad to hear of your loss, praying for you and your family.
Larry Smith & family
January 14, 2013
In loving memory of Robert McAlister. Rest in peace
Jennifer Sweeney
January 14, 2013
Amanda James
January 14, 2013
Rest in peace Mr.McAllister. I may not have known him very well, but what I did know him was that he was an outstanding father and an incredibly nice man. My heart goes out to the McAllister family through this difficult time. I just want to also add that heaven has gained one outstanding angel!
Amanda James
January 14, 2013
Sandra and family,
Charlie and I have all of you in our thoughts and prayers at this time of such a sudden loss.
Charles and Marcia Cates
January 14, 2013
My condolences to all Robert's family. Heaven has welcomed another classmate. You will be missed by all of us. HHH Class of 1980.
Donna Crisp Hagan
January 14, 2013
rest in peace Robert.
becky love
January 14, 2013
rest in peace Robert
becky love
January 14, 2013
Rest in peace Robert, you will remain in our hearts and will truly be missed by many!!!
Karen Costner & Family
January 14, 2013
Sandra and family,
We are so sad to hear of Robert's sudden passing. Know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
We love ya'll
Marcia and Charlie Cates
Charles and Marcia Cates
January 14, 2013
Rest in peace Robert, you were truly an amazing father, son, and friend..Heaven got another angel and I am sure you are rejoicing. You will be truly missed by your family and all that knew you, but will live in our hearts forever!!
Karen Costner & Family
January 14, 2013
Remembering Robert and his family with my thought and prayers.
Danny Klocke HHH Class of 1980
Danny Klocke
January 14, 2013
Rest easy Robert,you were a great family man,and you taught your children well.You and Sandra were always great parents from dirt track to home you showed your children what a family does to stay strong.you will be missed my friend.
michelle Bridges
January 14, 2013
You were one of the good guys,sad to hear you were called home so soon. Our prayers are with your family.
Wendy B. Elrod
January 14, 2013
To my wonderful, loving, devoted husband Robert; Words can never describe how much I love you nor can they express how much I miss you. Our 30 years together was not enough time, my love. My heart has been shattered into a million tiny pieces each and every second since God needed you by his side. You always have been my one true love! Our love will never end! I'll cherish all the wonderful memories we shared until we make new ones together in heaven. I love you my sweet angel....Until I see you again, I'll be loving you.... Your loving wife, Sandra
Sandra McAlister
January 14, 2013
May God wrap his loving arms around all of you and give you comfort as only He can. Robert you will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved you, and may you forever be in our hearts. Rest In Peace
David & Evelyn Pettus
January 14, 2013
Rest in peace Robert you will truly be missed. I know you are in heaven watching down on your family.
Katrena Johnson
January 14, 2013
Gone way to soon,only God takes the best at such a young age..God be with this family.Went to school with Robert .Rest Easy my friend. HHH class of 80
Cindy (martin) Bees
January 14, 2013
We love and miss you little brother. But it gives us great joy knowing you are rejoicing in heaven right now. Rest in peace.
Tina & Terry McMillan
January 14, 2013
We will miss you. But we have great comfort in knowing you are rejoicing in heaven right now. We love you brother, rest in peace.
Tina & Terry McMillan
January 14, 2013
My beloved brother you will be dearly missed! God has a new angel in heaven! Rest in peace my little brother! You will forever be in my heart!
Diana Greco
January 14, 2013
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