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Florence Alexander Obituary

Florence C. Alexander

Florence C. Alexander, 81, passed away Thursday, Jan. 1, 2004, at Akron City Hospital.

Florence was born Aug. 22, 1922, in Fort Valley, Ga., and had been a resident of this community over 50 years. She had been employed and was retired from the Board of Education, and was a faithful member at St. John C.M.E. Church.

Preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Viola Stem bridge, six brothers, and six sis ters, she is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Alonza Alexander Jr.; daughters, E. Kay (Bobby) Dotson, Dianne L. (Ronald) Street, Patricia M. Alexander, and Carolyn D. Alexander; brother-in-law, Jimmy Dent; sisters-in-law, Mary "Cute" Stembridge, all of Akron, and Fannie Alexander of Howard, Ga.; loving grandchil dren, Alexander T. Murph, Dr. Shelley V. Street, Ronald D. Street II, Andre A. Street, DeNaye G. Dotson, and Alesha M. Knight; and a host of nieces, nephews, neighbors, and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9, 2004, at St. John C.M.E. church, 1233 S. Hawkins Ave., with Rev. Arthur Green officiating. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 11:30 a.m. until the time of service. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until the time of service. There will be no viewing after the visitation hour. Interment at Glendale Cemetery. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 608 Morgan Ave., Akron 44301. (SERVICES EN TRUSTED TO RHODEN MEMORIAL HOME, 330-724-1201.)

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Jan. 7, 2004.

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JUDIE TALAFOUS

January 13, 2004

I KNOW THE PAIN YOU FEEL LOOSING YOUR MOTHER BUT SHE WILL ALWAYS BE IN YOUR HEART. YOU WILL REMEMBER HER LAUGH,SMILE AND MANY OF THE THINGS SHE DID THAT BROUGHT A SMILE TO YOUR FACE. I WISH I HAD BEEN HOME SO I COULD HAVE PAID MY RESPECT. YOUR MOTHER HAD TO BE A BEAUTIFUL HUMAN BEING BECAUSE WHEN I LOOK AT YOU THAT IS WHAT I SEE AND YOU WERE HER DAUGHTER. MAY GOD GO WITH HER AND WATCH OVER YOU. LOVE JUDIE

Kim (Brown) Clark

January 12, 2004

I pray that your memories and your faith will sustain you during this very difficult time.

Martea Forcum (Calhoun)

January 11, 2004

Patty and the entire Alexander Family, My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May God bring you strength and comfort. Remember all the memories sitting on the swings in the back yard waiting to hear your "mother's call" when the street lights came on. All my love and prayers,

Martea

Benny & Linda Woodson

January 9, 2004

Pat Alexander and family

We just wanted to let you know you're in our heart and mind even though we were unable to attend your Mother's Services. God Bless you and all of your family at this difficult time.

Gloria & Clarence Dawson & family

January 9, 2004

To the family of Florence Alexander:



We know it is really tough when you lose a mother and grandmother. Cherish all the fond memories you have of her and soon the sad tears will become happy tears. May the Lord continue to strengthen and comfort your family.

Turner Bryant Jr

January 9, 2004

To Mr. Alexander & Family

We the Bryant Family, extend our

deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your Family.

Sincerely,

Tony Dent

January 8, 2004

TO THE ALEXANDER FAMILY,

I SENT MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO YOU ALL,ALSO MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN A TIME SUCH AS THIS.



LOVE

TONY DENT

Beverly Ely

January 8, 2004

To Kay, Diane and the rest of the Alexander Family:

May God comfort all of you as you mourn your loss. Beverly Rice Ely and family

Gwendolyn Wynn

January 7, 2004

I was raised on Kipling St. and I was a part of your childhood birthday parties that your mother use to give you Kay, Diane, and Patty. You had a wonderful family and she did such of nice job raising her girls. I will share in your lost.May God bless each one of you in your sorrowing times. Gooby Gwen Stafford & Family

Joyce Robinson

January 7, 2004

To the Alexander Family,



I just wanted to offer my condolences to you all. May God bless you keep you during your time of loss.

Harold & Eunice Craig

January 7, 2004

Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Street and Family,



We take a moment to say a Prayer for you. May your good memories bring you peace and comfort. May God Bless you as you go through this time of bereavement.

Barbara Ferguson

January 7, 2004

To the family of Florence Alexander, Very sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one.You are in our thoughts and prayers. The Ferguson Family

Rhoden Memorial Home

January 7, 2004

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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