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James Alford Obituary

Alford, James T. June 29, 1947 È Dec. 13, 2011. Dear husband for 43 years of Martha J. Alford (nee Pikul); dear father of 7 and grandfather of 10. Services: Private service. The family is being cared for by BAUMANN COLONIAL CHAPEL of Overland. Share condolences and memories at www.baumannchapel.com

Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Dec. 15, 2011.
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Dear Martha, I just found out today,that Jim passed away, he was a wonderful person. We worked at BLB Insurance together for a couple years. My prayers are with you and your family.

Barbara Brown

December 17, 2011

Dear Tom,
I am sorry for your loss during this time of grief. You and your family are truly in my prayers. He was lucky to have you as a son.
Betsy Auffenberg

December 16, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. No matter how old you are it is hard to loose a parent. Sending you and your family a big hug.

Hermes Family

December 15, 2011

Dear cousin Martha: How lucky you were to have Jim. May God bless you and the children and grandchildren.

John and Christy Stangler and family

John Stangler

December 15, 2011

Dear Martha: Our most sincere sympathy to you and your children on the loss of Jim. You are all in our prayers.

Cousin Elizabeth & Art Seise & Family

December 15, 2011

Martha, Mom and I Love you, Prayers and Thoughts are with you and your Family, May Jim Rest in peace!!!

( St. Charles, Missouri) Be strong Martha!

Geri Meuse

December 15, 2011

My sincere sympathy to the family, my thoughts and prayers are with you,in your time of need.

Freida Shelton

December 15, 2011

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