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Jack Alexander Obituary
Whitehall, MI - Dr. Jack L. Alexander, 81, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, October 4, 2016. Jack had waged a valiant struggle against Lewy Body Dementia and was surrounded by his family at the time of his death. Jack never lost his sense of humor and demonstrated his love and appreciation for his family until the very end of his life here on earth. Jack's faith and love of God was very important to him and he passed this faith and love of God on to his children and grandchildren.
Jack was born in Muncie, Indiana on September 17, 1935. Jack attended school in Eaton, Indiana and participated in basketball and baseball throughout high school. Following his graduation from high school, Jack attended Ball State University, where in a Chemistry class, he met the love of his life, Helen Lois (Eby) Alexander. Jack and Helen were married in March of 1955 and celebrated sixty-one years of marriage earlier this year. Jack studied a pre-med curriculum at Ball State University and graduated with honors. After graduating from Ball State, Jack attended IU School of Medicine where he finished near the top of his class and was selected to be a part of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Jack then enlisted in the United States Army so that he could both serve his country and support his family while he was completing his medical internship and residency in Pediatrics. Jack started his military career at Fort Knox, Kentucky and was then stationed in Honolulu, Hawaii and Monterey, California. After his discharge from the Army with the rank of Captain, Jack chose to return to Muncie, Indiana to practice medicine so that he could be near his and Helen's extended family.
Jack began his Pediatric medical practice as a sole practitioner in 1965 and remained so until 1979. Dr. Jack was busy during this time building his practice and was on call twenty-four hours a day and seven days a week. In 1979, Dr. Jack brought Donna Wilkins, M.D. a neonatologist, to Muncie to form Pediatrics Associates. A few months Michael Burt, M.D. joined the practice and the two practiced together until Jack's retirement in 2000. Jack was well loved by his patients for his calm, easy going bedside manner and many children are alive today because of the care which they received from Jack. Jack passed on his love for his profession to his children and grandchildren who are pursuing their own professions with the same passion and love that Jack pursued medicine.
After his retirement, Jack enjoyed spending time with his family and friends in Whitehall, Michigan where he and Helen maintained their summer home and in Green Valley, Arizona where they had their winter home. Jack loved golfing, fishing, hunting and boating and he shared many hours doing the things that he loved with his family and friends.
Jack was preceded in death by his loving parents, Lawrence Alexander and Dorothy Alexander, who where a big part of developing the person that he became.
Jack is survived by his loving wife of sixty-one years, Helen Lois (Eby) Alexander. Jack is also survived by his children, Chip A. Alexander (Jeanne), Karla J. Sampson (Timothy), Kent B. Alexander (Missy) and Jeff L. Alexander (Stacy). Jack is also survived by eleven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; as well as his brother, Larry Alexander (DeRonda); and his sister, Sally Sue Wurst. Jack is also survived by two special friends, John R. Burt and Steve Alexander; as well as many extended family members.
The family invites everyone to a Celebration of Life service for Jack at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 26, 2016, at The Garden at Gethsemane, United Methodist Chruch, 1201 West McGalliard Road, Muncie, Indiana. The family would request that in lieu of flowers that donations be made to research about finding a cure for Lewy Body Dementia.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jack Alexander
Bill Williams
November 27, 2016
He and my dad, Jerry Rench, went to high school together in Eaton. My brother and I were among his first patients . I have memories of him coming over and examining me in the kitchen. I asked him one day when I could stop coming to him. He smiled and said, "When you're too big to fit through the door." He will surely be missed.
LuAnn Fugiett
November 23, 2016
So sorry to hear about dr. jack. He was the boys doctor and he was always there for them. He came in on a sunday to help my youngest son on his third birthday with a terrible ear infection. He was an answer to my prayers as a young mom helping me through my fears of raising my boys. God bless you stacy and jeff and family. Luann and Rodney Fugiett
Richard Watson
November 20, 2016
I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. Think of you during this difficult time. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Vicki Combs
November 2, 2016
I remember going to see Dr Alexander when I was a little girl. I loved him!! My mom told me of his passing. I am so sorry for your loss. He was one of a kind!!
Thomas and Toni Smith
October 26, 2016
Chip and Jeanne,
Our sympathy to you and your family. Though we didn't know you father personally, it is evident he was a wonderful man. Prayers for God's comfort and peace as you mourn your loss. Rejoicing with you that he is at home with the Lord.
Laurie Lunsford
October 26, 2016
My thoughts are with your family. "Dr Alexander" truly did make a difference in this community and in my children now grown up. We all loved him....so kind....so gentle. I am sorry you had to go through the very difficult journey with him through Alzheimer's. Blessings on all of you.
Florence Mowrey
October 25, 2016
I was thinking of him just a couple of weeks ago, remembering his warmth and kindness for all four of our kids, who are now 27, 30, 36, 39. His willingness to take a little extra time when needed has been ever more appreciated as things have changed in the medical field.
I am so sorry that all of you had to deal with Lewy Body and all that that entails. I am glad to hear that enjoyed his retirement greatly prior to that.
We are blessed to have known him; thank you for sharing him with all of us through the years. I am glad he is whole and well now, joyfully living in the presence of his Lord. Psalm 1.
October 24, 2016
Jack Alexander was a very special loving man and a good Duck Lake,Michigan neighbor.. We send our love and sympathy to Helen and their wonderful family!! We are donating to parkinson lewey bodie research in Jack's name. We hold the Alexander family in our prayers. Love to all, Bob and Karen Groos
Craig Blackwell
October 24, 2016
My condolences to the family. Dr. Alexander was a wonderful man and the best doctor a child could ask.
Kendra McCaffrey
October 24, 2016
To the Alexander family,
I was so sad to hear of Dr. Jack's passing. He was my son's doctor from birth until around 10 years of age when we moved to Arizona. Dr. Jack was so sweet, gentle and kind. He always had a smile on his face. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We all were so blessed to have had him in our lives.
Sincerely,
Kendra McCaffrey
Becky Cadle
October 23, 2016
So sorry to hear of Dr Alexander's passing. He was a wonderful and caring man and a fantastic doctor. He was the doctor for both of my children born in 1971 and 1974. I had complete faith in him and he never let me down. I am sure he will be greatly missed.
Mistie Hopkins velasco
October 23, 2016
I have much respect for this man. Without him, I wouldn't be here. See he was my doctor and in 1976, it wasn't too common for a 2 lb. 9 oz. Baby to live. But with his care and the nurses, I'm still here. My heart and thoughts go out to his family
D Streeter (Berrier)
October 23, 2016
I was one of Dr Alexander's patients. I remember him fondly always with a smile and a laugh or a joke. I was scared and shy around men I didn't know well when I was little, but Dr. Alexander always made me feel at ease about coming to his office.. I continued to see him until pre teen age when I outgrew the pediatrician stage... But I always enjoyed seeing him in public and he recognized and remembered me years later.. He will be missed by many within the Munice community and his love of children and medicine lives on in each of us. Sending warm loving thoughts and peace to his wife, and family and those who worked with him.. Rest in peace Dr. Alexander I will remember you always.
Linda Vise
October 23, 2016
RIP Dr. Alexander. He took care of my family until they were too old to go there. They didn't want another doctor. He was the best. We now live in Goodyear, AZ. It is a couple hours from Green Valley. Wish we could be there for the celebration.
Cheryl and Tom Wegner
October 23, 2016
As new parents in 1975, Tom and I appreciated Dr. Jack's patience and caring. He was indeed available 24/7, and I remember calling him for help with a crying newborn well past office hours. We are forever grateful that he was our children's pediatrician.
Danny and Sheila Wooten
October 23, 2016
To the family of Dr. Jack Alexander,
I just learned of Dr. Alexander's home going. Heaven has welcomed a wonderful man. He was the pediatrician for our four children from 1968 into the 1990's. We all loved him. I especially remember him coming to the hospital on two occasions when our daughter had a broken bone. I knew he didn't have to do that, but what a comfort to our daughter to see her own doctor there instead of just a doctor or nurse she didn't know. We appreciated him so much. Thank you for sharing your loved one with all of us. Our children (of course all adults now) have never forgotten him.
Theresa K
October 23, 2016
Dr. Alexander was a wonderful man. In a family of 5 children, he would make house calls when several of us were in need of vaccinations or ill at once. My own son went to him until he retired. My condolences to his family. He will be sorely missed.
Larry & Diane Shockney
October 23, 2016
How sad to hear of Dr. Jack's passing. He was such a kind, caring, knowledgeable, wise doctor! When we moved to the Muncie area, he became the pediatrician for our children and such a blessing to our family. The medical field has lost a once in a lifetime representative of their field! Condolences to the family and friends of this dear man-thank you Dr. Jack for taking care of the two most precious souls in our lives; our babies.
Lisa Anderson walters
October 23, 2016
He was the most amazing man he made me fell safe he was my doc all my childhood he saved my life twice and he could tell you the same things your parents would about being healthy and safe and you would listen to him he was funny and made you fell that he truely care for all his patients we i had my frist child in 95 i called his office i didnt trust anyone else he got me in he still remember me reminded me about having poison oak in my eyes when i was 11and i was 23 i told me he was not taking new patients at that time he had me see dr perry he said i will be here we are in the same office if you need no both my kids had dr perry and my grandbaby he was right he was a good dr and he would always ask the next 5 years everytime i was there and he was if everything was ok he was such a caring man my thought and prayers are with his family and thank you doc Alexander for being a postive person in my life
October 23, 2016
What a amazing man...he saved
Jessica's life on a Thursday when Dr. Mike was not there. We were back in the treatment room...all of a sudden it became a triage center...Dr. Jack hit a button and life support appeared!! He was terrific!, We will always love him!! Families have no idea the level of commitment that our physicians provide..he and Dr. Mike will always be our heros!! Hugs to them and their families!!!
Stephanie (Bays) Woods
October 22, 2016
Rest in Peace Dr. Alexander. You will be truly missed. Many fond memories coming to see you. Always made being sick so much better. Thank you for doing what you loved!
Brent Orrick
October 22, 2016
Dr. Alexander was my doctor for many years .He helped me and my family through a very bad accident I had when I was 13 . He was a great doctor who really cared about his patients. My condolences to his family he will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Brenda Chesnut
October 22, 2016
Dr. Alexander was a wonderful man and a great doctor. I worked for him when my children were little and I could not of been happier to have him as their doctor. He will be missed.
Debbie Bundy
October 22, 2016
Dr. Jack was the pediatrician for both of our children from birth till my daughter graduation BSU. I worked for him 17 years & I have always had extremely great memories of the years that I worked for him. He was a very compassionate & loved working with children of all ages. Our condolences to his entire family.
Gale Tschuor
October 22, 2016
Sad to hear that Dr. Jack is no longer with us. May he rest in peace. He and his family shaped many happy memories of my early life and times in Muncie. May their faith in God help give strength to the family during this time of loss. God Bless and RIP Dr. Jack.
October 22, 2016
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of Dr. Jack Alexander. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this sad but reflective time.
Sincerely,
Scott and Theresa Heatherly
Jacque Lewis
October 22, 2016
My prayers are with Dr. Alexander's Famiky.
My five sons were patients . He took great care of them throughout their early years.
He was a wonderful doctor and a great human being. He will be sadly missed.
God Bless Jacque (Bowen) Lewis.
Charity Peckinpaugh
October 22, 2016
Dr. Alexander was a great doctor. I loved going to see him at his office.
October 22, 2016
I am so very sorry for your loss! Dr. Alexander was not only my doctor but my son's doctor until he retired.My mom and I were recently sharing memories about the wonderful doc!! May God Bless You all in your time of loss.
Kim Davenport
October 22, 2016
To the Family of Dr Jack Alexander-I was sorry to hear of the passing of Dr Alexander. Growing up I knew him as Chip's Dad and later I called on him professionally as a pharmaceutical rep. He was always kind and respectful. He was a real asset to the Muncie Medical Community. My condolences go out to the Family. - Kim Davenport
Beth Shambarger
October 22, 2016
My children and I extend our heartfelt sympathy to your family. My children were some of his first patients and we, as a family, grew to love and trust him. He was always so caring and treated my children as if they were the only patients he would see that day. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Beth Shambarger
Son, Michael Miller and daughter, Mary Logan
Cathy Cross
October 22, 2016
Dr Alexander was my physician as a child and I loved going to see him....yes actually didn't mind going to the doctor office because I knew he would be there. I always had throat and ear issues so I was there a lot, and Dr. Alexander always made me feel better. He was a gentle and kind man and I will never forget him. All my love to his family.
Bill and Marge Gustafson
October 22, 2016
Dear Helen and Family,
We extend our heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. We have fond memories of time spent together at Lakeshore Yacht Harbor. Our slips were very close and we became good friends. We remember the time Jack and you took us salmon fishing and the joy we all felt when our Beth Anne caught two good size fish. Jack and I drove all over town looking for a place to clean them...they were good eating! Thank you for your friendship. We were unaware of Jack's medical condition in later years. Sorry we didn't get to visit.
May our God bring comfort and blessings to you and yours.
Susan Janney
October 22, 2016
Dear family of Dr. Alexander,
I am sorry to learn of your loss, that is always the hardest part of our life journey. I am so happy to know that he was able to actually retire and enjoy himself. I didn't know he grew up in Eaton, that is great to learn too. What a great doctor for all of my children, and for me too! I enjoyed his presence, and never felt uncomfortable by the doctor - he was such a gracious person. Please be incredibly proud of your relationships with him. That will make him very happy. You will be with him again in the future.
S. Janney
Mother of 3 Dr. Alexander patients who now, thankfully, are all grown up
What are truly gracious, caring man.
Karen Drill
October 22, 2016
Dear Chip and Jeanne (and family),
We are very saddened to learn of
Dr. Alexander's passing. Our oldest daughter, Colleen, was one of his first patients. We will always be grateful for his care, compassion, and skill.
Lowell and Karen Drill
October 22, 2016
Dr. Alexander was ny daughter's pediatrician, beginning in 1974. I remember him as a kind, concerned, and soft spoken man. He was a great doctor and very sweet man prayers for the family duribg this difficult time.
Mike & Jeffra Luce
October 22, 2016
Dr. Alexander was outstanding as the doctor for our three sons. He guided Jeffra and I as parents as well giving advice when asked. We extend our sympathies to the Alexander family. Thanks for sharing a truly wonderful man with our family.
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