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Obituary For Charles Alexander
Master Sergeant Retired Charles Alexander of Columbus transitioned home Thursday at 77 years of age.
The son of the late George and Christaphine Butler Alexander, MSG Alexander was born in Ft. Pierce, FL and was a graduate of Jones High School. He obtained his Bachelors, Masters and MBA from Troy State University. He was a United States Army Veteran who retired following 24 years of dedicated service. Following his military career, he served as the Manager of the Columbus Housing Authority before retiring after 17 years as the Executive Director of the Warner Robins and Houston County) Housing Authorities in Perry, GA. He was a trustee of M. L Harris United Methodist Church where he served with the United Methodist Men, Men’s Choir, Usher, Church Historian and was a Sunday School teacher among many other duties of the Church. He was also a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity -Lambda Lota Chapter, National Association of Housing and Re-Development Authorities, Georgia Association of Housing and Re-Development, Georgia Insurance Commission of Housing Trustee, Georgia Risk Retention Pool, 100 Men of Macon and Columbus, and the Mr. and Mrs. Club.
Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 51 years, Mrs. Ola “Sue” Alexander.
Surviving his departure with cherished memories, include: his son, Dr. Carlos Alexander (Loleita); three beloved grandchildren, Alexia L. Alexander, Carlos “Chazz” Alexander II and Joy A. Feild; loving in-laws, K. C. Smith, Mose Thomas, Nathaniel Thomas, John Thomas, Rosa Thomas, Joe Thomas and Hattie ThomasAllen; beloved god children, Dr.’s Cathy Cook and Henry Cook II; a host of nieces, nephews, cousin and friends to include, Dr. and Mrs. Henry Cook, Sr.
The Homegoing Celebration for MSG Alexander will be held Saturday, September 26, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Evergreen Memorial Park with Pastor Donald Mathis officiating. Full Military Honors will be accorded.
The Staff of Progressive Funeral Home is honored to support the family with End of Life Services.
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Add A CondolenceMr. A was a great boss to work for at the Warner Robins Housing Authority. I have so many fond memories. May the Lord send his strength, comfort, and peace to the family during this time. You will be missed Mr. A.
My sincerest condolences to the Alexander family. Mr. Alexander will be greatly missed. Praying for peace and comfort during this time of bereavement.
Mr.Alexander was a great boss and friend. You will be missed by Warner Robins Housing Authority Staff during your years as Executive Director; you were a great friend as well. Blessings and Condolences to the Family!
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Charles Alexander. May God comfort your hearts. Great asset to the Housing Authority. Mr. Charles Alexander will be greatly missed.
Love, Peace and Blessings to the family and friends of Charles during this season of bereavement and the period of adjustment that will follow. Such a wonderful person and such an asset to our housing industry. He will be sorely missed. Rest well my friend. Until we meet again.
Mr. Alexander was a great person to have worked with. He always had that contagious smile. Friendly & well dress all the time. He loved his family. He will be greatly missed @ work.
So sorry to hear about Charles. Blessings to his family during this time. Charles always had a big smile every time we met. He was a dedicated person to our industry. RIP Charles, you've done well.
God bless Charles and the family. Always a good friend. Always good for a laugh. I enjoyed the years we spent working together and will hold fond memories of Charles and his contagious laugh. Very good man and will be missed.
Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength.
Mr. Alexander was always so nice and helpful. Especially when I became an Executive Director, he always gave me great advice. Sweet Rest Mr. Alexander. Patricia Allen, ED; Thomaston Hous
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May God strengthen you in your time of loss.
