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Alvin Dees Obituary
Montgomery - Dees, Alvin Howard, Jr., of Montgomery, Alabama passed away on January 24, 2021. Al is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Debbie; daughter, Courtney Dees King (Matt) of Birmingham, Alabama; son, Stephen Parrish Dees (Anna) of Montgomery, Alabama; sister, Marilyn Dees Bennett of Louisville, Alabama. Al (Big Dad) is also survived by his four grandchildren whom he loved and adored, Preston King and Zac King of Birmingham, Alabama; and Parrish Dees and Walker Dees of Montgomery, Alabama. Al was preceded in death by his parents Alvin Howard, Sr. and Hermie Dees. Al was born in Evergreen, Alabama on January 11, 1947. He was a graduate of Evergreen High School where he was an outstanding football player. He went on to play football at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga before transferring to Troy University. At Troy, he was a member of the 1968 NAIA National Championship football team and forged lifelong friendships with his teammates who he considered brothers. Upon graduation, he set out on a 52 year career in the insurance business. Much of that career was spent with Alfa Insurance where he was serving as Executive Vice President of Marketing at the time of his death. He was grateful for his Alfa family and all of the friendships he developed during his career. Al was a faithful member of First United Methodist Church of Montgomery where he served on a number of boards and committees. He was also an active member of the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce and served in a variety of leadership roles. Al was a loyal supporter of Troy University where he was appointed to the Board of Trustees and named Alumnus of the year. Al was a compassionate and humble leader. His caring, affable demeanor made him fast friends with all that had the pleasure of meeting him. Due to concerns associated with the Covid-19 pandemic, a private family service will be held at First United Methodist Church. An email account has been set up for friends to share their condolences and memories of Al: [email protected]. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to First United Methodist Church Montgomery, 2416 West Cloverdale Park, Montgomery AL 36106, The HANDS Program (thehandsprogram.org) 300 Shadow Wood Park Suite 100, Birmingham AL 35244, or the charity of your choice.
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David Bodenhamer
February 1, 2021
Sorry to hear of Alvin's death. We were at Troy together , last time time I spoke to him was a few years ago. Wish we would have stayed in touch more. My thoughts are with the family.
David & Christy Lawrence, Destin FL
February 1, 2021
Debbie, we are so sorry to hear about Al's passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. Al was such an inspiration! He was a great ambassador for Troy University, Delta Chi Fraternity, the City of Montgomery and certainly his working career with multiple companies. He was successful at everything and every organization he was involved in--a true winner! We are all better for having known Al! Our sincere condolences!
Celia Hutcheson Johnson
January 28, 2021
Prayers for Alvin’s family and all who loved him. I am so shocked and saddened to hear about his death. We all had so much fun the year he was on the championship team. Rest well, friend.
Lloyd and Millíe Hawes
January 28, 2021
So sorry about Al. He was loved by all who knew him. Debbie, you and your family are in our prayers.
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Allen and Lynn Peck
January 28, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We'll miss seeing Al down the street out in the yard working hard and perfecting its glory. Many prayers for your family during this time. May peace be with you. God Bless!
Rodney Burgess
January 28, 2021
What a great guy, always had good words to say about everybody, will be deeply missed. Enjoyed all the Trojan football games we watched together. Debbie you and the family are in my thoughts & prayers.
Charles R. Horn
January 27, 2021
Al was one of the most friendly people I've ever know. Famous for his "athlete humor", Al was a regular at Panera Bread where many of us gathered for breakfast, and he always had a one-liner or a "zinger" for those of us brave enough to start something. He & I had a standing joke about Indonesian Coffee (google that to get the background of the story) . I would always tell him I had some on order for him, and he'd answer, "Order some extra, I have a few friends I want to give some to". I finally did order it, but covid hit & we didn't see each other again. Al will be missed for the outstanding person he was, his sense of humor, and because so few like him are left in today's world. RIP Al from all of the Panera crowd.
Barbara Bowen
January 26, 2021
Mr. Dees will be truly missed. He was very outgoing and always spoke to when he saw you. He did a lot for Alfa and he was appreciated by many.
Carol Fields Hamilton
January 26, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Jack Hawkins, Jr., Chancellor, Troy University
January 26, 2021
Alvin Dees was one of the finest gentlemen I have ever had the pleasure to know. He conducted himself with strength and dignity at all times, and I was always proud of the way he represented the alumni body of Troy University. On behalf of the larger Troy University family, I extend our heartfelt condolences to Debbie and the family. Alvin Dees was a true Trojan, and his alma mater will miss him!
Marilyn and Bobby Bush
January 26, 2021
We are so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for Debbie and family
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