A resident of Independence, LA, passed away on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at his home in Independence, LA. He was born June 22, 2009 in Hammond, LA and was 12 years of age.
He is survived by his parents, Christopher Alexander, Sr. and Wendy; paternal grandparents, Chester C. Alexander, Jr. and Shirley Whiddon Alexander; aunts, Leslie Alexander Brumfield and husband, David and Lavina Marti and husband Ronnie; cousins, Kelsey Slade and husband, Peyton and D.J. Brumfield, Alexander Marti, Nichole Addison and husband Jared, Hanna Miller and husband, Sean, Sarah Addison and Jamie Addison. Preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Evelyn Perry; paternal great-grandparents, Chester C. Alexander, Sr. and wife, Lillian and Albert M. Whiddon and Milbur T. Whiddon.
Visitation at Light House Baptist Church from 10:00 a.m. until religious services at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 17, 2021. Interment Lighthouse Cemetery, Independence, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements.
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Ethan Davis
September 1, 2023
I love you bro
maggie r.
August 27, 2022
I think of you all the time Chris. You will always have a special place in my heart. Ms. Colonas homeroom of 7th grade will always remember you. we love you chris.
Sherry Fairchild
December 21, 2021
Christopher my heart is aching for all of you. I pray You feel Gods arms around you and His peace.
Angela Smith
December 21, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Fallon Canal
December 20, 2021
CJ was such a bright, lively boy in the time I knew him. I was the 2-year-old teacher at Lil’ Magic Kingdom Daycare while CJ attended. I’m so incredibly sorry to hear of his passing. I pray your family finds peace and comfort in the arms of the Lord. I pray for the healing of your hearts.
Shonda Franicevic
December 17, 2021
I didn’t have the opportunity to teach you, but I’ll never forget that one and only conversation I had with you last year. It was positive and I wanted to give you words of encouragement. We’re all so heartbroken to hear of your passing. I’ll be keeping your family in my prayers. Please know that you will be dearly missed by so many. Rest In Peace sweet boy.
Kailey Jo Raymond
December 16, 2021
He was a good friend and was kind to others
lana
December 15, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Sissy Hemphill
December 15, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. Y’all are in my thoughts and prayers!

Becky Miller
December 14, 2021

Becky Miller
December 14, 2021
Becky Miller
December 14, 2021
I am very saddened to hear of CJ's passing. My prayers go out to his family. I was his daycare teacher when he was 3. May God rest his soul and give strength and peace to his family.
Katelyn/Kaylei Lee
December 14, 2021
We are so deeply sadden by CJ's loss. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Traci Barrett
December 14, 2021
Chris,
Praying for you and your family in this difficult time.
-Traci-
Fran Ford
December 14, 2021
I am so so sorry to learn of your loss. My heart goes out to all the family. I know that words don't really help at a time like this, but I pray that God will help and carry you through now and in the future.
Sincerely, Fran Ford (Nicole Armato, mother-in-law)

December 14, 2021
Michelle
December 13, 2021
So sorry for your lossPlease know that you and your family in my thoughts and prayers!!!
The Firmin Family
December 13, 2021
Chris,
Please accept our deepest and most sincere condolences reguarding your loss. Our hearts break with your heart. You will always be in our thoughts and in our prayers.
If you need anything please contact us @ (225) 335-5217 or [email protected].
Chloe Bradshaw
December 13, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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