Jessica Renee Alford

Jessica Renee Alford

Jessica Alford Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Nov. 24 to Nov. 26, 2007.
Jessica Renee Alford,13, died Thursday, Nov. 22, 2007. Miss Alford was a native of Americus, born Feb. 19, 1994, a daughter of Carrie Lou Duhon Callier and James “Scooter” Oscar Alford Jr. Miss Alford was an artist, a member of Drayton Baptist Church, a member of the Drama Club and loved animals. She attended Schley County Schools and was in the eighth grade. She played softball and was a cheerleader in the Recreation Department. She had a heart as good as gold and a big smile for everyone. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today, Sunday, Nov. 25, 2007 at Greater Vision Independent Baptist Church with Pastor Stacey Penland officiating. Burial will follow at Ellaville City Cemetery in Ellaville. The family received friends between the hours of 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 24 at Greg Hancock Funeral Chapel. Serving as pallbearers will be Tony Smith, Richie Ludwig, Dewey Duhon, Joey Hall, Andrew Smith, Jerry Reeves and Greg Phillips. Miss Alford is survived by her mother, Carrie Lou Duhon Callier and step-father, Don Smith of Ellaville, her father, James “Scooter” Oscar Alford Jr. and step-mother, Robin Alford of Andersonville; five sisters, Savannah Callier of Ellaville, Heather Hall of Americus, Kaitlyn Hall of Eastman, Kristen Alford of Andersonville and Callie Way of Ellaville; five brothers and three sister-in-laws, Richie and Audrey Ludwig of Americus, Tony and Ashley Smith of Baconton, Tony and Stacey Smith of Americus, Andrew Smith of Ellaville and Joey Hall of Eastman. She is also survived by her maternal grandparents, Larry and Brenda Duhon of Americus and her paternal grandparents, James and Sandy Alford of Andersonville and Cookie Seifert of Vienna; paternal great grandparents, Dorothy and Ulmer Stevens of Americus and J.O. and Irene Alford of Warner Robins; eight aunts and uncles, Dewey and Angie Duhon, Mark and Terrye Jones, Keith and Crissy James, Jason and Laura Seifert, Paul York, Jerry and Beth Reeves, Bennett Williams III, and Sarah and Kip Bolding; and also a number of cousins. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Schley County Art or Drama Club, P.O. Box 1350, Ellaville, GA 31806. You may share your own special memories and sign the online guest book by visiting www.greghancockfuneralchapel.com.Greg Hancock Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

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December 7, 2007

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33 Entries

Constance Fountain

July 17, 2020

Jessie is the best friend I never ask for I love Jessie I look after her at school 8 grade 7 grade.

Elizabeth Watts

December 10, 2007

Larry, Brenda and Carrie, we were so saddened by the loss of your precious grandaughter and daughter, Jessie. You and the entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. May all your happy memories of this sweet young lady help sustain you through this very trying time in your lives. We love y'all, Dudley, Liz and Lori

Natalie Camp

December 7, 2007

Carrie & Angel Jessica,
I am so sorry for your loss. The journey we now walk is difficult to say the least. I am here for you if you ever need to talk. I wrote a poem after my Anthony Paul left me and I wanted to share it with you. I hope it brings you a little touch of peace.

Letter from my child.

Please keep my memories close to your heart,
In your heart full of love, where I did start.

I am sorry that I can not be with you,
And believe me Momma, I miss you too.

I know when you think of me, sometimes you get blue,
These are the times, I come comfort you.

When I come around every once and awhile,
It makes my soul sing if I see you smile.

And I understand if I see tears in your eyes,
I know the pain when someone you love dies.

I know when you think of me, sometimes you worry,
But, I’m doing great here, so there’s no need to hurry.

So live out your life and make me so proud,
Until your time comes and we meet on our cloud.
by Natalie Camp, mommy to Angel, Anthony Paul Wodzinski

Bryttany Walker

December 3, 2007

we will always remember jessie. she was my best friend, and i will never forget her. she was a great person.

Angelia Garcia

November 29, 2007

Brenda,
I just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Shonell Tanner

November 28, 2007

Carrie,
I was so sorry to hear about your daughter. May God comfort you at this time.

Cathy Broadwell

November 28, 2007

Scooter & Robin, James & Sandy and the rest of the family, I know your hearts are breaking and I want you to know that I am praying for you and the entire family. Jessie was a beautiful young lady and I know she is exploring and enjoying Heaven. Robin, you sent me some very comforting emails during my husbands illness and death and it meant a lot to me. If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know. I'm only an hour away. I really enjoyed my time playing with Kristen. May God comfort you during this sorrowful time. I love you all.
Cathy

carrie callier

November 28, 2007

To my lil boo, mommy misses you with all my heart! I'm trying to be strong for you little sissy Savannah... You was the only one who was just like me in every way! and I was always proud to point you out to my friends! and say watch that one there (shes just like her momma) I just dont know how I'm gonna do this whole life thing without you in it. I promise I'll take good care of your sister Savannah... mommy loves you Baby...forever (for those who want to see my page about Jessie my url is carriecallier2007)

Jill (McCoy) Flegel

November 28, 2007

Carrie, when I read the letter your Dad wrote this morning I cried for you and your daughter. My heart and my thoughts are with you today and I can only imagine the how much this hurts. I hope God in time heals your pain.

Rachel Collins

November 27, 2007

Crissy,

Just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Rachel Collins

Stephanie Peeples-Horne and Family

November 27, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Debbie Speight

November 27, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Paulette Duhon

November 27, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss of Jessica. Some day we will know the reason God took her so soon. I can't imagine the grief you are going through. I am thinking of you all. Only time heals, so I will be praying for you.

November 27, 2007

Larry and Brenda, we are so sorry this happened. Carrie, we didn't get to know you, but somehow we do, through your mother and dad.

Donald and Sara Trammell

Ken and Linda Mauck

November 27, 2007

In this time of horrendous grief, may the glow of God's love light your way, and may the warmth of His embrace give you peace and comfort. We did not know Jessica. We are friends of Larry and Brenda Duhon. Tremendous sorrow binds the souls of friends and strangers. We are praying for you that you will heal from this devastating loss. Jessica may be physically gone, but her spirit will always be present. This is the essence of ones being, the physical body will not last but the spirit will live on for eternity.

Teri and Bill Fosnow

November 26, 2007

Carrie,Don and family,My heart goes out to you.I have prayed everyday since you lost your angel.She will always be your angel,but remember she will always watch over you,Please know that God and Jessica will help you thru your pain,Always talk to them baby,yes you have a long road ahead of you,but they will help you along your way.Rememeber to let your friends and family help you.Please let me know if our family can help in any.With all my familys love Teri and Bill Fosnow,Heidi,mattie,Rachel,and Jennifer.

Kayla Womack

November 26, 2007

Jessica, I luv you girl and you will always be in my heart!!!!! You will be missed greatly, but we all know that you are in a better place. And to your family: You are in me and my family's heart. Also, remember that Heritage Church of God on highway 30 is praying for ya'll. I LUV YOU JESSICA!!!!!!!!!!! YOU'RE A GREAT FRIEND!!!!!!!!!!!!

Harriet Braden

November 26, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Deangelo Crawford

November 26, 2007

She was my friend and partners in various project recently in school.

Holly Salter

November 26, 2007

Carrie, i am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Annonomous

November 26, 2007

im sorry for ur death.... may she rest in peace

Janie Mooney

November 26, 2007

TO THE ENTIRE ALFORD FAMILY:
I AM SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF A VERY SPECIAL MEMBER OF YOUR FAMILY. MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS TIME & FOR THE TIMES TO COME. MAY GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU.

Janie Mooney

Tony & Kathy Evans

November 26, 2007

We have your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony, Kathy, Morgan & Erik Evans

Sam Reese

November 26, 2007

Robin, I am so sorry to hear about Jessica. I knew she was in my husband's class but did not realize until today her connection to you. Your family will continue to be in our prayers. We were out of town this Thanksgiving weekend. Know that we were there with you in spirit.

Peggy Duggan

November 26, 2007

Carrie, I just found out about your daughter Jessica.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, may God give you the strength and comfort you need in your sorrow.

Sylvia Baker

November 26, 2007

Carrie,
May God be strenghten you and your family during your time of bereavement.
Love,

Sylvia Baker-Kent and family

Harriet Braden

November 25, 2007

Carrie, I just found out about your loss. My heart goes out to you. Just remember, Jessica is in a better place.

Rhonda Alford

November 25, 2007

Jessia I love you and will never forget you and us sitting at the table after thanksgiving dinner talking and laughing about different things. You go rest with my mother now.

November 25, 2007

Scooter, Robin and family, You all are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Our sympathy goes out to each of you.
Woody, & Suzy York

Steve, Amy, and Kevin Parker

November 25, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ma Ma and Pa Pa

November 25, 2007

An Angel joins other Angels in Gods Care. We will never forget you sweetheart.

belinda layfield

November 25, 2007

Robin and Scooter, I want to express my deepest sympathy to both of ya'll - I just heard about Jessica and I am so sorry. My prayers are with you and your families.

Cassie Taylor

November 24, 2007

i enjoyed playing ball with jessica over the summer. you all are in my thoughts and prayers over the holiday seasons and through out the years.

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