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John Alexander Obituary
Raleigh
John Frederick Alexander, 50, of Raleigh died Tuesday July 17, 2012. A native of Potomac, MD., he moved to Raleigh, NC in 2000. John was a 1979 graduate of The Georgetown Preparatory High School, a 1983 graduate of University of Virginia and earned his Master's Degree from The George Washington University. He was employed for 23 years with Freddie Mac, most recently as a National Account Manager. He was formerly employed with GE Mortgage Insurance in Raleigh. John was an avid golfer and sports enthusiast.
Surviving are: his wife, Jennifer Lee Hightower Alexander of Raleigh; two sons, Braden and Garret of Raleigh; a daughter, Laura Katherine of Raleigh; his mother and father, Roger P. and Patricia A. Alexander of Potomac, MD; a sister and brother in law, Elizabeth Breitsameter, and husband Klaus of Frederick, MD; two nephews, Nicholas and Christian and a niece, Alexandra of Frederick, MD.
The family will receive friends Friday 11 AM -12 PM at St. Timothy Episcopal Church Parlor, 4523 Six Forks Rd., Raleigh, where a requiem will follow at the church at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Meals on Wheels of Wake County, 1001 Blair Dr. Raleigh, NC 27603. Share your condolences at www.BrownWynne.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Alexander
Lynne Larabee
July 31, 2012
Jennifer-
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I had the great pleasure of working with John at Freddie Mac and enjoyed many great times at work and softball. A great guy who will be truly missed. I will keep you and the kids in my thoughts and prayers.
Noel Young Beecroft
July 27, 2012
John was a friend at UVA and after graduation in D.C. who made all of us laugh with his incredible sense of humor. The world is missing a great person, friend, co-worker, father, husband, brother and son.
Sebastian Kettner
July 22, 2012
Dear Braden, Garret & family, I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones during this difficult time...
July 22, 2012
Jennifer - my wife and I both had the pleasure of working with John at Freddie Mac, and shared many good times with him on the softball field and the golf course. "Johnny A." was one of a kind - a truly honorable human being, whose lightning fast wit and incredible sense of humor could always make everyone smile. He will be deeply missed. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jay and Cheryl Friend
Bev Clark
July 20, 2012
Pat, Roger, Jennifer & family: I was shocked and saddened to hear the news of John's passing. I specifically remember our dinners on Hilton Head - he had a great sense of humor. My condolences go out to all of you.
Karen Leigh
July 20, 2012
Pat, Roger and Jennifer,
My thoughts are with you today, and through the sadness I remember the fun loving John who never hesitated to share his thoughts. May your memories bring you joy and peace. Best
Joan Knisely
July 19, 2012
Jennifer:
My prayers are with you and your family. May the comfort and love from friends and family help you now.
Patti and David Schule
July 19, 2012
Jennifer and Family, So sorry to hear of the loss of John. We worked with John at Freddie Mac over many years. He was a Wonderful, special and very nice guy. Our prayers are with you all.
Deepest sympathies,
Sandra Heath
July 19, 2012
Jennifer,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike Smith
July 19, 2012
Jennifer:
Words cannot describe the sorrow that I feel for you and your family. John was a mentor and a friend for many years. You and your family will continue to be in my prayers.
July 19, 2012
Jennifer and Kids,
I just learned of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rob Morton
Chip Caldwell
July 19, 2012
Jennifer and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. John was such a great man and will be missed by so many people. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cheri McCarthy
July 19, 2012
Jennifer, I am so saddened to hear of the news about John. My prayers are certainly with you and your beautiful family. With deepest sympathies,
Cheri
Nancy Goodson
July 19, 2012
Jennifer and family...please know we at East Carolina Bank Mortgage are deeply saddened for the loss of John....may you find strength through this difficult time and know we are thinking of you
John Rathnam
July 19, 2012
Very sorry to hear about the loss of John. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Carie Beard (ECB Mortgage)
July 19, 2012
Jennifer,
I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please take comfort in knowing that he is in a better place now.
Carie Beard
July 19, 2012
Jennifer,
I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please take comfort in knowing that he is in a better place now.
Eva Verlinden
July 19, 2012
Jennifer,
I was so sorry to hear about John. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Scott Calhoun
July 19, 2012
John was one of those rare people who combined humor, wisdom and intellect in a way that touched and influenced customers and his work mates. One of the legacies he leaves is to inspire us to strive to have that same impact.
Ray White
July 19, 2012
Jennifer,
John was a good friend and will be missed by everyone who knew him. My thoughts and prayers will contiune for you and your family.
Ray White
July 19, 2012
Jennifer,
Whenever I am in Raleigh with Bryson I would be glad to take the boys out for an evening. I am so very sorry for you and the family.
Dean Wilson
Denise
July 19, 2012
I would like to offer my condolences to you on the loss of your dear husband. It can be very difficult when you lose your very best friend in life. May the care provided by God, to look after widows, help you to endure. (James 1:27)
Darshana Hammond
July 19, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of John Alexander. In recent years I had the pleasure of working with John on several projects/initiatives at Freddie Mac. He was one of the most good natured colleagues I have ever had the opportunity to work with, always operated with the upmost integrity and professionalism in business, which I believe was a testament to his true spirit and nature in everything he did in life. He will be missed here always.
Mark & Jo Drummond
July 19, 2012
Jennifer, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Marian Everhart
July 19, 2012
Dear Jennifer,
My heart goes out to you and your family. I am so sorry for the loss of John. You all are in my prayers.
Marian Everhart (Goldsboro, NC)
Dan Kelly
July 19, 2012
Jennifer,
I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed John as a co-worker and occassional golf partner. He will be missed by many!
July 18, 2012
Jennifer, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I know this is a very difficult time and know that our family will keep you in our prayers.
Susan McKeown
John and Amy Clifford
July 18, 2012
Jennifer - we are thinking about you and praying for you and your family.
July 18, 2012
Jennifer, we want you to know our love and thoughts are with you and your family. We hope our prayers will give you all strength to get through this difficult time. We are and will always be here for you.
Your TBW CBO Family
Gayle & John Glick
July 18, 2012
Jennifer, I arrange travel for Freddie Mac, and had the joy of working with John for the past 7 years. He will be missed. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this very trying time.
Joyce Delk
July 18, 2012
Dear Jennifer and family, I send my love and condolences. I am so glad I was able to meet John back when Jon and Ginger got married, and I thought all the best about him!
As you might know, Jennifer, Jack had about the same thing, and he succombed to the cancer too. I know it is tough! I send you hugs! Love, Aunt Joyce
Dianne Garner
July 18, 2012
Jennifer,
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. John will be missed by all who worked with him at Freddie Mac. It was an honor to have known and worked with him.
Christian Ingerslev
July 18, 2012
I had the great privilege to work with John at Freddie Mac. Aside from his super intellect, I have never worked with anyone, before or since, with a greater sense of humor. And I will never ever forget Tim Stiletto, Replenishment Specialist.
Amber Lewis
July 18, 2012
Jennifer,
I'm so sorry for your loss and wish peace for you and your family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Beth Luth
July 18, 2012
Jennifer,
I have the pleasure of working with John at Freddie Mac. His professionalism, commitment and most of all, his sense of humor will be with us forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you with your loss of John.
Beth Luth
Bonnie & Brian Long
July 18, 2012
Jennifer & family, We are so sorry to hear about John. He was loved by so many, & he will be missed. All of you are in our prayers.
Cindy Bowman
July 18, 2012
Jennifer I am so sad to hear this news. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Todd Carte
July 18, 2012
Jennifer, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Very sorry to hear the loss of John.
John Sibert
July 18, 2012
Jennifer, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I'll keep you and your children in prayer during this time.
My deepest sympathies,
John Sibert
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