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1925
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Eldora Alford Obituary
Worcester - Eldora (Brooken) Alford, 95, of Worcester, passed away on Sunday, June 27, 2021, at Saint Mary Healthcare in Worcester. She was predeceased by her husband, Leroy Alford in 1984.
"Honey", as she is affectionately known, is survived by a son, Robert J. Alford of Worcester; three daughters, Gloria L. Larkin of Worcester, Sandra F. Troy and her husband Kenneth of Surprise, AZ, and Velma Jenkins of Worcester; eleven grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Honey has had to bear a pain and separation that no parent should ever experience, as she was predeceased by four of her children, Latrell Barnes, Harold, Larry, and Carl Alford; and she was the last surviving of nine children born to the late, James E. and Essie M. (Gardner) Brooken. Siblings predeceasing her were, Elmer, Clyde, Felton, Milton, and Blanch Brooken, Rena Davis, Fannie Wilson, and Leila Terry. Having been born in Sylvester, Georgia, her parents too, were from Worth County, Georgia. She later moved to Sanford, Florida in 1956, before setting in Worcester in the early 1960's.
"Honey" was a talented seamstress and worked for many years at Cottage Tailor and Nancy Howard Sportswear. She was faith filled and was a reader and proclaimer of the Psalms and Book of Proverbs from her Bible. She was a member of the International Ladies Garment Workers Union, she enjoyed cooking, baking and she loved sports and being an avid fan of baseball in particular the Red Sox/Yankee rivalry games. She was so very passionate about her love for her family, and they gave her the greatest joy.
Funeral Services are being held privately.
Her family has entrusted MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association by visiting www.alz.org.
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Memories and Condolences
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Katrina Alford
July 3, 2024
I still Love & miss you. I regret not spending more time with the one person who loved me most. Rest In Heaven. I know you're an Angel
Barbara Hines
July 14, 2021
Dear Sandy and family, I was saddened to hear of your Mom’s passing. May you find strength in your memories together. Warmest regards, Barbara (Bergquist) Hines.
VELMA ALFORD-JENKINS
July 8, 2021
Honey, Muh-Dear, Nana, Mommy, Dora, (these are all the loving names you answered to from all of us); Even in the throes of your long twilight I could still see the strength of your womanhood in you and I have held on to the memories of those past strengths. They are so powerful still and they keep me filled-up with love and admiration for you and the life you led and taught us about excellent character and integrity. Mommy, rest well with the Lord until we see each other again... I love you forever and ever... Jeannie
de'Lois Wilson
July 7, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Art Bessel
July 7, 2021
So very sorry for your loss--Mothers are cherished
Shirley Maddox
July 5, 2021
I want to extend my condolences to the Alford family. I had not seen Eldora in many years, but remember how kind she was and her sense of humor. May she rest in peace
Lynnier Johnson
July 4, 2021
So sorry for your loss.
Katrina Alford
July 4, 2021
I love you Nana. I'll see you again one day. R.I.P.
Gail Schuyler
July 3, 2021
Sorry for the departing of your Mom from you.. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Know she´s watching over you still and loves you! God Bless and keep you. Make His face shine upon you.
Doris Walker-Burns
July 3, 2021
My Condolences to Velma and her Entire Family. Honey was such a Beautiful Woman. May God Bless you and comfort you in your time of sorrow. Doris
Maureen Carlos
July 3, 2021
Kenny, Sandy, Robert and the rest of the family, reading the comments shows what a wonderful impression she left her family and friends. May your many memories help you through this painful time.
Paul Dufault
July 2, 2021
We would like to extend our sympathy to all of Eldora´s family and friends. We were blessed to see her in our office over many years and we always looked forward to her visits. Her smile could light up a room and it was obvious that she was supported by a large, loving family. Rest In Peace Eldora, we will miss you.
Inez Davis-Jenkins
July 2, 2021
We are so sorry to lose you, our beautiful Aunt Honey. May
you rest in peace. We will see you later on.
Love always.
Inez and Debra (Davis Family)
Katrina Alford
July 1, 2021
Nana, I will always cherish and miss you! I love you so much❤❤ May you RIP.....Princess
Ernie Dew
July 1, 2021
I did not know Mrs. Alford personally, but her children were friends of mine going back years ago. Especially Sandy, my very best friend's Kenny's wife who I affectionally call my adopted sister-in-law. It is a very sad occasion when a loved one passes and I know her family was very close. That being said, I wish to offer my deepest sympathy to Kenny, Sandy, and Robert and hope that your grieving period will not linger to the point of distracting you from living your life to the fullest. Your friend, Ernie Dew
Jane Didzbalis
July 1, 2021
My accept my deepest sympathy to Eldora's family. Many years have passed , however all of you have been in my prayers and in my heart. Your Mother and Grandmother was a very, special lady. God bless. Jane
Kenneth Troy
July 1, 2021
Honey is what she was called, but we also knew and cherished her as a beautiful mother, with a heart of gold. Memories of the times she held so many of her grandchildren, and the smile she brought forth in all of the family. The times of watching her as she enjoys her sports on TV and the several times we made a surprise visit to light up her heart. Times like these will stay with us forever and know that all that came to know her, will love and keep her in our hearts and soul. My mother-in-law "One of the Best"
Diane Hendricken
July 1, 2021
Sandy and Kenny, and your family, my deepest condolences. Your mother had a long life filled with family that she loved and who loved her. She is at peace now in the hands of God , and that's a blessing.
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