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Dorothy Alexander Obituary
PEORIA - Dorothy L. Alexander, age 70, of Peoria, passed away at 5:25 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2015, at UnityPoint Health-Methodist in Peoria.
She was born April 7, 1945, in Memphis, Tenn., to Leroy and Nannie Lou (Banks) Jackson. She married Bonny Alexander on Nov. 1, 1974, in Peoria. He survives, along with four daughters, Tracey Alexander of Durham, N.C., Felicia Alexander of Miami, Fla., Alisha Alexander of Aurora, Ill., and Briana Alexander of Peoria; three sons, Undrell Alexander, Craig Brock and Johnathan Bergmann, all of Peoria; 12 grandchildren, one of whom she raised, Malachi Alexander of Peoria; seven sisters, Hattie (Plumer) Williams, Ludie (Clearthur) Hollingsworth, Mary Pickett, Arie (John) Stenson, Darlene Jackson, Jeanette Owens and Dawnette Jackson, all of Peoria; four brothers, Leroy Jackson Jr., Charles Jackson and Kenneth (Annette) Jackson, all of Peoria, and Oscar (Renita) Jackson of Saint Peters, Mo.; one sister-in-law, Lula Williams, and one brother-in-law, Lathaemon "Cub" (Bobbie) Alexander, all of Peoria; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents and one grandson, Jaylin Maxison.
Dorothy was a Licensed Cosmetologist and co-owned and operated Dottie & Rosie's Glamour Shop in Peoria. She also was a caterer in the Peoria area and co-owner of J&A's Southern Cuisine. Dorothy was a Foster Parent with The Center for Youth and Family Solutions, formerly Catholic Social Services, for over 30 years, raising over 30 foster children.
She was a very active member of Pentecostal Church of Jesus Christ in Peoria. At church she served as the head of the culinary staff, was a Sunday school teacher and choir director and was instrumental in starting the homeless feeding ministry and food pantry.
Funeral services will be Saturday, Dec. 19, 2015, at 11 a.m. at the Pentecostal Church of Jesus Christ, 401 Elm St., Peoria, Ill. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services at the Church. Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel in Peoria is in charge of arrangements. Burial will be in Parkview Cemetery in Peoria.
Memorials may be made to the family at CEFCU, where a memorial fund has been set up.
Please view Dorothy's obituary online at www.Davison-FultonWoodlandChapel.com.
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Michael Young
December 27, 2015
My deepest sympathy is extended to the Alexander and Jackson families in the home going of our loved one.
I have known Dorothy for a number of years. She was a great cook, personally I think she could cook a rock and make it taste good.
Please know that you are in my continued thoughts and prayers. May your faith and many memories be sources of inspiration as you face the days ahead.
Charles & Laverne Weldy
December 21, 2015
God Bless Family and Friends
December 20, 2015
will miss you
Dorothy, always.....Lola
Belinda Rebollar
December 19, 2015
My prayers and condolences are to the family, May God strenghen and Comfort you durning this time..Sister Dorothy
will be missed greatly...
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IDA CHAPTER # 546
December 19, 2015
God has picked a BEAUTIFUL flower.
IDA CHAPTER # 546
December 19, 2015
IDA CHAPTER # 546 Of the Order of Eastern Star, celebrates the life and Homegoing of Mrs. Dorothy L. Alexander (the virtuous woman)we embrace and uplift her daughter and our Sistar, Alisha Alexander and the entire Alexander family.
Proverbs 31:28 & 29
Her children rise up and call her blessed her husband also and he praised her. Many daughters have done virtuously but thou excellest them all.
Sis. Tonya Udell, WM
Carmen Hines
December 18, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of bereavement.
Denise Schalk
December 18, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
Sidney Carey
December 18, 2015
Carey Family,Peoria,Ill
December 18, 2015
Uncle Bonny & Family
Thinking of and praying for you. All things are in the hands of the Lord, who can restrain them? May you find peace and strength in Him.
Love,
Niece/Cousin Vivian
Sandy Evans
December 18, 2015
Bonny praying for you and your family at this difficult time.
December 18, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Because we care, our heartfelt thoughts go out to you today with more concern and sympathy than we could ever say. We hope the special love this brings will help to see you through, and that time will bring you brighter days, because we care for you. Proverbs 17:17
Jackie Davis-Robinson
December 17, 2015
May the Lord be with Mrs. Alexander on her new journey home.
China Stephens
December 17, 2015
I am so sadden by the loss of my cousin, Dorothy!!! She was such a dear person and one who loved to encourage others. I will cherish the time you and Bonney along with you children came to Lexington and stayed with me a week. I really enjoyed that. May you rest in peach Dorothy and family may you allow God to comfort you during this very difficult time. I love you
Janice Miles
December 17, 2015
May GOD bless the family of Dorothy Alexander, she was a angle, a beautiful women, full of love and always willing to help anyone. Dorothy has went on home with our father. She will be missed. Janice Miles
Terry & Vera Kyle
December 17, 2015
My heart is with the family. May God bring peace as you deal with your loss.love always.
Pastor Bessie Rush
December 17, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers. May God keep you in his loving care now and in the days to come. Rest in Peace, Mrs. Dorothy. May your works praise you through the gates of heaven!
sharon anderson
December 17, 2015
Sharon Anderson and Family
Esther Shaw
December 17, 2015
Sis Dorothy was indeed a woman who loved the Church and working in the Church. She not only gave of her time but she gave of herself as well. Taught me how to make her awesome Mac and cheese. Sis. Dorothy will be missed. The Shaw Family
CC Buckner
December 17, 2015
My hearfelt prayers go out to the Alexander family. I am so sorry for the loss of Sis Dorothy. She will never be forgotten.
Vonetta Jones
December 17, 2015
My deepest sympathy and condolences to my Sister Alisha and her entire family. May God comfort and bless you at this time.
Michelle Jones-Douglas
December 17, 2015
To Tracey and Alexander Family
Nothing like the loss of your mom....pillar of the family. I pray you find peace and know suffering for her is all gone. This does not make it any easier, but in time; this too shall pass. Think of all the good she did for everyone she knew and the smiles she would give even when you got made at her. I loved her very much and she will be missed by one and all. If there is any help you need please tell Jan or Reta to let me know! Love ❤ you all!
Kevin Kirkwood
December 16, 2015
My condolences to the family, you are all in my prayers
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