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GREENSBORO — Alexandria Janzelle ("AJ") Baker Pierce left this world behind in the early morning of June 11, 2011. AJ was born on Sunday, January 3, 1988 in New Orleans when her beloved Saints were playing in the Superdome against Minnesota in their very first playoff game. She was a student at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro and a lead teacher at The Sunshine House.
It is impossible to mention all of the individuals who loved AJ and mourn her loss. A few of them are: her mother, Anita D. Baker, of Durham, NC; her father and stepmother, Roy Terry Pierce and Diane Deruisa Pierce of New Orleans, LA; her sisters - Naomi JourNae Baker Hodges of Durham, NC; Victoria A. Pierce of Southaven, MS; Raquel Squall of Stockbridge, GA; Shonne and Tonya Pierce of New Orleans, LA; and her grandmother, Ferne Mayzelle Fulbright Baker of Hickory, NC.
A celebration of life will be held for AJ at 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, 2011 at First Calvary Baptist Church, 1311 Morehead Avenue, Durham, NC 27707.
In lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to honor AJ is encouraged to donate to any program or organization of their choice that focuses on helping our young people to live fully with love and kindness for all. One such organization is Campaign 4 Change, PO Box 3355, Durham NC 27702.
Professional Cremation Services care of Triad Cremation Society, Inc.
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Sherlene Williams
July 17, 2011
To the fanily of Akexandria ''AJ" Pierce, I want to express my sincere compassion for your loss.May God's blessings be upon you now and always Also, may A.J. legacy and the beautiful memories shine in your memory always.Call me at 370-4495 if you wish to talk.
Shirley Gager
July 16, 2011
To the family off Alexandria AJ Pierce,I want to express my heartfelt condolence and grief for the loss of your irreplacable loved one...Her character and attitude is an inspiration to me.May your hearts soon be filled withwonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.My cousin Sherlene Williams and myself pray that God's blessings will be with you now and always.....
Candice Gager
July 16, 2011
To the family Of Alexandria Pierce I am sorry for your untimely loss of your beautiful daughter and sister May God bless you through this hard time
July 15, 2011
Roy and Anita,
I received a phone call this afternoon about AJ. I will pray for your family during this time.....will always remember the hot Summers in New Orleans when you invited my daughter Katrina to spend time cooling off with AJ in your backyard pool.
Johnny Tibbs, Jr. - Austin, TX
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maya faulk
June 24, 2011
A.J i will miss you dearly rest in peace
Joann Yarborough
June 21, 2011
I'm a truly sorry for your loss. You and the other families are in my prayers
Joann y
B. Terry
June 21, 2011
I did not know A.J at all but from reading the comments she was a special young lady. My heart goes out to her entire family may she rest in peace.
Olivia Hodges
June 20, 2011
she is missed so much && she is "like" my oldest sister. . she is always in my heart && on my mind non -stop till this very day ..<3
Inger Pierce
June 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time
mj swan
June 19, 2011
Even though I did not know your daughter, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.My you have fond memories of AJ.
Rae Dawson and Family
June 18, 2011
May God bless and comfort all of you during these rough times. Our prayers and thoughts are with you! "AJ" is an angel in heaven!
June 18, 2011
My thoughts and continued prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. AJ was a wonderful, bright and loving young lady. I had the pleasure of knowing her while I entrusted my daughter's care with her at the Sunshine House. She will be truly missed. May the Lord continue to shine upon your family and comfort you in your time of sorrow. "Graves-Taylor Family"
June 17, 2011
A.J. with a sweet smile and caring heart for everyone that passed by her at The Sunshine House. As a parent of a child there, she will be missed for a longtime. Thoughts and prayers for all her family and friends
Connie,Buster and Colby
Tom & Carolyn Brown
June 17, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficut time of sorrow, we share, your grief in losing a child and may God`s grace help you through it. May time help the hurt just as memories fill the heart for love remains forever. Thomas & Caroyn Brown
John,Beverly & Family
June 17, 2011
To your Family from The Morgan Family;Mr.Roy & Ms.Anita we will forever remember AJ with that pretty face and smile,those chubby checks and that big head of hair,always smiling and such"Daddy's Little Princess" and "Mama's Little Angel".Her memory will forever feel our hearts and our minds.We will continue to pray for your family to be comforted by God's Angels and his Love at this difficult time.
Caroline Brock
June 17, 2011
Anita, I am so sorry for the profound loss of your beloved daughter, AJ. Your love and caring for your children was evident in conversations throughout the years. AJ will remain a blessing to you, her family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 17, 2011
To Raquel Squall & Family my prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow. May God comfort & cover ya'll for her love shall never be forgotten. With Love Linda "Lin "Brown ~ Houston Texas
Mr & Mrs Lorenzo Morehead
June 17, 2011
To the family of AJ Pierce our thoughts and prayers are with you as you all mourn the loss of your beloved one. AJ was our Grandson's teacher and we truly adored her. Her loving & caring smile will always be amongst our hearts on behalf of Ma'chai Massey Williams & Kenedi Massey our prayers are with you.
Phylichia
June 17, 2011
Miss AJ was not only a wonderful person but a great teacher to my 2 yr old daughter at daycare. Her bright smile and positive attitude will forever be missed. My prayers go out to her family and all those affected. Not a day goes by that I don't think of her.
Dudley
June 17, 2011
The thoughts and prayers of my family are with yours during this difficult time in your life. May God comfort you and engulf you with his love.
Pamela Thorne
June 17, 2011
My prayers are with you all in your time of sorrow. I did not know this beautiful soul, however my heart is full of pain for the loss of all in this situation
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