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James Alexander Obituary

James Douglas Alexander

Easley

James Douglas Alexander, husband of Vicki Black Alexander, went to be with his Lord and Saviour on Tuesday, December 1, 2015.

Born in Greenville, he was the son of Sarah Allen Alexander and the late James Herbert Alexander.

Jim served in the US Army. He was CEO of Special Services Corporation and partner in Electrical Contractors. He was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church. Above all, he lived faithfully, selflessly, and graciously for his family and friends, giving all glory to the Lord.

Surviving, in addition to his wife and mother, are daughters, Kimberly Barker (Roger) of Easley, Jennifer Goldstrom (Doug) of Greenville, Charlene Stephens (James) of Cayce, and Jessica Alexander of Jacksonville, FL; brothers, Bob Alexander (Susie) of Simpsonville and Ronnie Alexander (Louise) of Greenville; sister, Dianne Goins of Greenville; sister-in-law, Becky Wardlaw of Greenville; and grandchildren, Cake, Scooter, Butterbean, Buster, Isabella, Elle, Aves, Sami, Wally, and CherryTop. He was predeceased by daughter, Abigail Alexander.

Visitation will be held Friday, December 4, 2015 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown. The funeral service will be held Saturday, December 5, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at Tabernacle Baptist Church. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery, West.

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Published by The Greenville News on Dec. 3, 2015.

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December 19, 2015

Vicki, It'ts been a couple of weeks since Jim left us. Please know That my thoughts and sincere prayers are with you. Jim was a friend of mine , an excellent pilot and I will miss him

Randy Mayfield

December 5, 2015

Vicki and family, it was an honor to have known Jim and to have considered him a friend. It is with sad hearts we share our condolences. May God continue to shower His comfort and peace on each of you.
In Christ, Cliatt and Liz Alewine

Joe and Dianna Willis

December 4, 2015

Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Jimmy was such a testimony and always displayed the love of Christ every time we saw him. Heaven gained an angel! May the Lord comfort and wrap his loving arms around Vicky and the family during this difficult time.

Otto Anders

December 4, 2015

Ronnie, Sorry to hear about Jim. Lots of prayers for your family. Memories of him will be special.

David Guin

December 4, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was such a great man. Your family will be in my thoughts in prayers.

Faye Cash Johnson

December 3, 2015

Vicki and family,
Will always remember Jim's Godly life, his sense of humor and his love for his family.He will certainly be missed til we meet him again some golden daybreak. Praying for you all.

Rande/Lisa Thompson

December 3, 2015

Sending our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers to all of you during this very difficult time.

Debbie Ellison

December 3, 2015

Dear Vicki & family,
I am so very sorry for your loss!
Jimmy was a true reflection of Christ's Love! Praying for you!

Roger Chastain

December 3, 2015

So sorry to hear of his passing .His life was an inspiration to everyone. I will be keeping all the family in my prayers

Steve Crout

December 3, 2015

Bro. Alexander was a great blessing to my family in many ways. What an example of a Godly Christian man! It was a privilege to worship with him at Tabernacle for many years. We'll be praying for the family in the days ahead.

Judy Ellison

December 3, 2015

I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Jim at Liberty Life and saw him recently at the funeral service for Bill Fleming, another former pilot who worked with Jim. Please know your family is in my prayers and I am thankful for the life that Jim led.

December 3, 2015

Praying for the family and looking forward to the day when we, the saved, will join Bro James with our Lord forever. Pastor Harley Case & Family

Debbie Randall

December 3, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to each and everyone of you as we have such awesome memories of Jimmy. May the peace that surpasses ALL understanding wash over your hurting hearts. Love and prayers Don and Debbie Randall

Mark Sanney

December 2, 2015

Our hearts are so heavy at the home going of our dear friend. But through Christ, we sorrow not as others which have no hope. May our Heavenly Father's grace be poured out upon the family in the fullest of measures.

Rowland Miller

December 2, 2015

We will be thinking of and praying for the family. We will miss him greatly. We love you all. The Millers.

Joan (Gibbs) Faigle

December 2, 2015

We are praying for this precious family that we love so much. God bless and comfort you all.

Curtis and Julie Smith

December 2, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss! Praying for Gods comfort and peace.

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