Kenneth Charles Alexander Sr.
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Kenneth “Ken” Charles Alexander Sr., age 72, of Forest City, passed away Friday, June 27, 2025 at the Upstate Community Hospice House in Landrum, South Carolina.
Ken was born in Rutherford County on October 16, 1952, to the late Elbert Ray Alexander and the late Virgina Turner Alexander. He was a graduate of Chase High School, class of 1971, and a member of the Baptist faith. Ken worked for a number of years in textiles both at Cone Mills in Cliffside and the Haynes Plant. He enjoyed caring for his cat and doing mechanical work.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of forty-eight years, Sarah Womack Alexander; and his sisters, Barbara Alexander Haigler, and Ann Alexander Russ.
Survivors include his son, Kenny Alexander and wife Kelly, of Forest City; granddaughters, Katelyn Alexander and Kimberly Alexander; and two brothers, Forrest Alexander and Jackie Alexander.
The family will hold a private memorial service to honor his life.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1251 US Highway 221A, Forest City, NC 28043
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