Wanda Alexander

Wanda Alexander obituary, Safford, AZ

Wanda Alexander

Wanda Alexander Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Vining Funeral Home - Safford on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Wanda Erlene Alexander was born February 28, 1941, in Thatcher, Arizona. Wanda passed away on June 20, 2025, at her home in Bosque Farms, New Mexico, where she was surrounded by her loving family and two dogs.
Wanda married Phillip Nelson Alexander on October 30, 1958, in Safford, Arizona. Wanda's greatest joy was her children and grandchildren: Christopher N. Alexander, Randy & Rhonda Alexander (twins), Denise A. Alexander, husband Robert Coonrod, Marcy L. Aguilar, husband Tony Aguilar, Madison A. Rubio, Acen C. Aguilar, Anthony (Alex) Aguilar and Brian C. Alexander.
Wanda also enjoyed quilting, taking care of her flowers, and spending time with her family. During Wanda's 67 years of marriage, she and her husband enjoyed traveling and spending time at their cabin in Alpine, Arizona.
Graveside services for Wanda will be conducted Monday morning, June 30, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., at the Thatcher Cemetery in Thatcher, Arizona. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Wanda, please visit our Tree Store.

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