Charles Knox Alford

Hi Alford Family, I'm still thinking of you all and losing Charles 13 years ago. I remember what a light he was. I hope you are all doing well.

It has been a long long long time since Charle's death but somehow I found myself here. I will never forget walking into the locker room and hearing of the news. More importantly, I will never forget that "Charles smile" that could light us up. Having Charlie on the lacrosse team was a blessing, boy never quit. To say that he was an SJ brother is a greater blessing. God wanted his blue print back for making young men and I slept easier knowing that he was in a better place. 2/13/09 CA.

Dear Drs. Alford, Gene and Mary, John and Bess,

You have been on my heart over the years. I was devastated by the news of Charles in 2009. Upon hearing from my mother, my heart fell. I prayed for you and your recovery, Mary. I was unaware of Eugene's injury until I read the paper this morning, and am happy for his experience with the latest technology. I am still saddened by all of this and know you are missing Charles direly. I remember his darling self in 1st grade at...

much love charlie, love ya man

Dear Gene, Mary, John and Bess. You all have been in my thoughts and prayers. Our family is remembering Charles and that exuberant smile. The first time I met Charles, he was about two years old at Mo Ranch. He sat in my lap and looked up at me with those happy, smiling eyes....it melted my heart. We were blessed to know him. I am holding you in my heart.....Joni

Dear Alford family,

Knowing that the 2 year anniversary of Charles' death is coming up, I wanted to let you know that our family has not forgotten him. He was a classmate of my daughter at AOS and we think and talk about him often. He was a wonderful young man who portrayed a wonderful smile. His love for the Lord was unquestioned. We are blessed and honored that we know him. Hope all is well and know that we pray for you often.

Hey Charles,

I'm still thinking about you. You were a remarkable person and I'm really, really sorry I was never able to tell this to you in person before it was too late. We're all graduating this year, and I wish you could have been here with us - I know you would've gone on to do great things, I regret not being able to see you do it all and grow up to be a young man anybody would be proud to know. I still hope that one day I will be able to leave behind a mark on my family and...

Still remembering Charles - he was truly an inspiring spirit. I am praying that the Alford family is doing well.