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Reynaud Alexander Obituary

Reynaud W. Alexander born to the late Ernest and Irma (Moxley) Alexander; entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at the age of 79. He was an educator and coach to the boys and girls at several New Orleans Public Schools, including Walter L. Cohen, Andrew J. Bell, Alcee Fortier, and John McDonogh. Coach Alex was a proud graduate of Booker T. Washington Sr. High School's Class of 1957 and a sprinter on the track team. Track and field was one of Coach Alex's true passions and calling. In 1967, he started a women's track club in the City of New Orleans called the Dryades Street YMCA Track Club; this would eventually become the birth of the New Orleans Super Dames Track Club. The team went on to produce world-class sprinters. Super Dame Pam Jiles went on to win a Silver medal at the 1976 Olympic Games. At John McDonogh Sr. High School, Coach Alex built a girl's track and field dynasty, winning the Louisiana State High School Track & Field Championship in 1982, 1983, and 1989. After excelling at the high school level, Coach Alex was called up by Mississippi State University to work with the University's sprint corp. He was named Assistant Head Coach to Al Schmidt. Were it not for Coach Alex, track and field for girls in the state of Louisiana would not be what it is today. Reynaud leaves to cherish his memory three daughters from the union with Joan Louise Landry Alexander: Reynell Marie Alexander, Jolene M. Alexander, and Terese Alexander Cosey (Nelson); four grandchildren to cherish his legacy: Janeé Arielle Richmond, Jada Alise Richmond, Donovan Reynaud Carraby, and Niles Edward Cosey; and he leaves his loved younger brother, Glynn Elliott Alexander (Toni), to treasure his memory. Coach Alex is also survived by his devoted nieces, Carolyn Jackson, Jacqueline Hughes, Irma York, Beverly York, and other adored nieces, nephews, his committed and faithful caregiver Lynette Bailey, other relatives and friends. Reynaud W. Alexander was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Irma (Moxley) Alexander, his sister, Mercedes Alexander Madere, and his brother, Herman Ernest Alexander. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life at Lawless Memorial Chapel, 2601 Gentilly Blvd. (located on the Dillard University Campus) New Orleans, LA 70122, on Saturday, February 29, 2020, at 10:00 A.M. Visitation begins at 8:30 A.M. Interment: Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, LA. Reverend Wayne Alcorn, Officiant. Online guestbook: www.charbonnetfuneralhome.com. Charbonnet Directors, 504-581-4411.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Feb. 27 to Feb. 29, 2020.

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Jada Richmond

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Jada Richmond

August 21, 2022

Paw Paw, there is not a day that does by that you don´t cross my mind. I love and miss you soo so so so much.

Goldie Southall

April 1, 2020

To: Reynell & family',
Praying God's Grace & Mercy will sustain you during this time of grief.

Albert Wilson

March 13, 2020

Rennle no one could ever Beat your Smile. [email protected]
Martha and Albert. Wilson

March 3, 2020

Rennie was one of my oldest and dearest friends. My heart goes out to Glynn and his daughters.
Lois Milton Roux I have a great picture of him from 1957. I would be happy to give it to his Family
[email protected]

March 2, 2020

Terese, Jolene and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Coach A. I send my deepest sympathy and prayers to you all. Coach A's race is now won, may he REST in PEACE!!!

Adrienne

Mary Roberts

March 2, 2020

Our condolences goes out to the family and friends of Mr. Alexander.He is remembered as being an active and dedicated person in all of his accomphlishments.He can now, rest in peace..

Roland Benjamin Jr

March 1, 2020

My deepest sympathy to the family and loved ones of Reynaud Alexander. Reynaud and I worked together for many years in the Orleans Parish school system. Always ready with a broad smile and a friendly comment, he was very well thought of by all who knew him, and that would include both adults and youngsters alike. He had charisma and talent to spare. As everyone knows, track and field was his passion, but people in general was his specialty. Everyone I knew who knew him thought highly of him as a person and as a professional. His passing will be a major loss to many. Rest in peace my friend, and God bless

Karen Williams

March 1, 2020

Condolences to the family. So sorry for your loss . God loves you and so do we. R. I. H. Coach Alexander, you will be missed.
Karen Charlot Williams and Family

Ava Edwards

February 29, 2020

May GOD comfort Mr Alexander's family at this time. I had the opportunity of knowing him while attending classes at Alcee Fortier Sr High school. He was very strict on disciplining and making sure you went to class. I pray that he is rewarded for all his good deeds.Rest in peace Class of 1978 Tarpons

Darnell Walker. Fortier class of 75

February 29, 2020

Rip Mr Alexander you were a cool dude

Willie Reese

February 29, 2020

My Deepest Condolences to The Reynaud Family. To be absent from the body and be present with The Lord.

Claudette Tolbert

February 29, 2020

My condolences to Reynaud's entire family during your time of grief. Reynaud and I were coworkers at John McDonogh, and Terese you were my little helper in the DECA classroom. I cherish the memories and pray for comfort in this difficult time.

Tamela Cross

February 29, 2020

Sending My deepest condolences to the family of Coach Alex!! I learned so much in life from Coach Alex during my time at John Mc 84-88. He was one of the greatest and most compassionate coaches I have ever had. RIP Coach.

Bernadette Bibolet Diaz

February 29, 2020

Dear Reynell,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Please express my condolences to your family and know that you are in my prayers.

Roseanna Pappion

February 29, 2020

Reynell, my prayers and condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Roseanna Pappion

Deborah Pryor

February 29, 2020

Rest in peace, Coach Alexander. I am grateful for you coaching my girls, Tera, Tara and Christal in basketball, volley ball & track. May the Lord bless your family, friends & others left behind.

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Eugenia Adams

February 28, 2020

To the family... "The life of the dead is placed in the memory of the living." Cicero
May the memory of your love one warm your heart and God's love give you comfort.
God's peace, Eugenia Foster Adams, BTW '56

LaKenya Collins

February 28, 2020

May you rest in eternal peace. You will be greatly missed Thank you for all the encouraging words you have spoken over Taylor and she will forever be grateful. We love you! Until we meet again and we know that you are in the Master's hands. The Collins Family - LaKenya, Paul, Taylor and Paul II

Robert TERRELL

February 28, 2020

Praying for your family during your time of sorrow

February 28, 2020

To Reynell, Jolene, Terese and Family
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies on the
passing of your love one.Our thoughts and prayers are with at this difficult time.
Aloma DeGruy and Family

February 28, 2020

Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers
are with the family at this difficult time.

Aloma DeGruy and family

Shirley Coakley

February 28, 2020

Alex I was so sorry to hear of your death. A great coach you were. You coached me at Andrew J. Bell, where we were called the "Finley Flyers" named after our principle. You recruited me to run for Conrad Park and then ultimately I was one of your Dryades Street YMCA "Super Dames" Always pushing for us to do better as you knew we could. We all loved you! Condolences to your family and may you Rest in Heavenly Peace!

Ursula Lewis Spencer

February 28, 2020

My deepest condolences to Coach Alexander's family. Coach was one of the best!! I was one of his many track girls. He brought us to track meets around the New Orleans area and out of state. Some of the girls had never traveled out of New Orleans. He also introduced us to fine dining by taking us to a banquet at Dookey Chase. He not only coached us but he believed in exposing us to things that some of us had only read or heard about. I know just like mine, every life he touched made an everlasting impression. I saw Coach a few years ago and he yelled to someone "this is one of our little ones"...what a thrill!! I felt like a teenager again. Your race is over Coach, thanks for the memories... take your rest

February 28, 2020

A great coach . just a real great man who developed many on the NORD play grounds around the city R.I.P.

ST.AUG FOOTBALL PLAYER (S) YOU CONSELORED ON THE PLAYGROUNDS IN THE LATE 1960




Latherin Thomas

Izell Moore III

February 28, 2020

May God continue to give you peace and comfort.He was a Great Man!! WLC-1966

Ursula and Coach Alexander

Ursula Lewis Spencer

February 28, 2020

Alma McWilliams

February 28, 2020

My thoughts, prayers, and heart felt condolences go out to the family at this time. Coach Alexander touched many lives and he transformed young athletes into champions from the inside out! As a coach, I admired his spirit and the manner in which he taught lessons, not just about sports, but about life. Your presence will be missed, but you are forever in the hearts and souls of everyone you touched. Thanks for all you did for the community. R.I.P. Coach!

Johnnie Larkins

February 28, 2020

One of my true friends in life. We experience many happy times at John Mac. You will be forever remembered as a giving person in time and effort. To his family I send my most deepest sympathy and strength and prayers..I believe it's said the race is not won by the swiftest but to who endured to the end. Goodbye my old friend until we meet again.RIP.

Patricia Fields

February 27, 2020

Condolences to the Alexander Family.May God give you peace
and comfort your hearts during the days ahead.

Jo Ann Knoten

February 27, 2020

My deepest condolences to the Alexander Family. I had the pleasure of working with Reynaud who I affectionately called Moochie at John McDonogh Senior High School. He was truly a remarkable man', teacher and coach. He will be missed by many whose lives he touched.

Jo Ann H Knoten
Secretary, JMcD

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Visitation

8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Lawless Memorial Chapel

2601 Gentilly Blvd. (located on the Dillard University Campus), New Orleans, LA

Feb

29

Celebration of Life

10:00 a.m.

Lawless Memorial Chapel

2601 Gentilly Blvd. (located on the Dillard University Campus), New Orleans, LA

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1615 St. Philip Street, New Orleans, LA 70116

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