Alfred A. Morgan

Alfred A. Morgan Lansing Age 84, was born May 20, 1925 in St. Louis, MO, to the union of Will and Minnie Brooks. Surrounded by his children and friends, Alfred went home to be with the Lord on October 1, 2009. He fought the good fight, he finished the race, and he kept the faith. Alfred served in the United States Army and was part of the last regimen of the Buffalo Soldiers, to be integrated into the general army. Alfred was also employed at Heatherwood Farms Dairy, where he worked for over 20 years. He was involved in many organizations such as the Masonry in Ohio. He also was a volunteer at Sparrow Hospital. Alfred was a faithful member of Paradise Missionary Baptist Church for over 30 years. While a member, he served on the Trustee Board, Male Chorus, Layman League, Mass Choir and the Senior Mission. After retirement, Alfred also worked as the church custodian for many years. He was loved by his church family and enjoyed participating in various church activities and singing in the choir. He was preceded in death by: his parents, Will and Minnie Brooks; two sisters, Hester Jones and Bessie Richmond. Survivors include: his 6 children, Michael (Stephenie) Morgan, Teresa Jackson, Marcia (Robert) Crittendon, Tammy (Robert) Jones, Alfred Morgan, Felicia (Chris) Brice; 16 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; 2 godchildren; Therena Flint and Jimmy Norris; a spiritual son, Keith Rodgers; and a host of relatives and close friends. Friends may visit Mr. Alfred Morgan Thursday, October 8, 12 pm - 6 pm, at the Riley Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 9, 10:30 am at Paradise Missionary Baptist Church, 3403 Franette Road. The family will receive friends 30 minutes prior to the funeral.