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Darius Alford Obituary
HOUSTON, TX. Celebration of life services for Mr. Darius Alford, 43, will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December 6, 2014 at Galilee B.C., 1500 Pierre Ave. Rev. Leon Carter, officiating. Interment will follow at Hill Crest Memorial Cemetery. Open visitation will be Friday at Heavenly Gates.
Mr. Alford entered into eternal rest on December 2, 2014 after a brief illness.
He is survived by his mother; Pearl Alford Ellis, father; Don Winslow Ellis Sr., sisters; Angela Thomas, Lacrondia Ellis and Calesha Ellis, brothers; Don Ellis Jr., and Santina C. Ellis, host of other relatives and friends.
Special thanks to all who uplifted and supported the family, especially a special nephew; Mikiel B. Thomas.
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Memories and Condolences
for Darius Alford
Shannon Johnson
July 26, 2015
I am completely sad because I had no idea Darius had went home to his father in heaven. I just want to send my condolences to Alford family and friends. May God continue to bless you.
December 10, 2014
May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard the hearts of the family and comfort you during this most challenging time and in the years to come.
December 8, 2014
My condolence to the Alford Family. May the God of all comfort sustain you during this difficult time. -Isaiah 61:1,2
~Catherine
Frances Powell-Buffin
December 6, 2014
Darius was a kind and sweet spirit. I will forever reflect on the memories we made together as school mates. My condolences and deep sympathy in your time of bereavement. God bless.
VERONICA FERGUSON
December 5, 2014
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
JOYCE DEAL
December 5, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Renita Smith
December 5, 2014
Darius was a great friend. We always stayed connected. I will miss him calling me, I was glad to have known such a sweet person. Family, stay strong and know that God cares.
Joyce Horton Tall
December 5, 2014
We the BTW Class of 1964 have you and your family in our prayers and know that God will take care. Stay Strong.
Shatarshea Murray
December 5, 2014
Calesha,
I'm so sorry for your lost. You and your family are in my continued prayers.
Marisa Johnson
December 5, 2014
I was saddened to hear that Darius passed away. He was such a sweet person and I valued our friendship greatly. He will be surely missed.
December 5, 2014
Darius was a bright beam of light, which could be seen through his smile and heard in his laughter. We will truly miss his presence. Family our prayer for you is the Peace of God will surround and sustain all of you during your time of sorrow and for you to Rejoice for being in the presence of his light!
Annetta Douglas Osborne and Family
McLaurin
December 5, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. May God keep fast hold of you with his right hand during this difficult time.
Elaine Chambers
December 4, 2014
Darius was a wonderful, kind and gentle spirited person. He will truly be missed. My prayers will continue for the family. I wish them continued love, peace, and blessings.
December 3, 2014
I am sorry to read about the loss of your loved one. May God help you to endure this difficult time.(2 Cor. 1:3)
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