Elbert G. "Al" Alexander Obituary (1941 - 2017)

ALEXANDER, Elbert G. "Al" of Elmira, NY passed away on Sunday morning, April 30, 2017 at the age of 75. Elbert was born on June 3, 1941, son of the late Benjamin and Frances Decker Alexander. Elbert is also predeceased by grandsons, Matthew O'Dell, Ryan O'Dell and sister Evelyn Brown. He served his country honorably with the US Navy. Elbert was retired from Victory Heights Apts., in maintenance and volunteered at Meals on Wheels and the Arctic League. He was a member of the Elmira Heights American Legion, Southside Moose Club and loved country music, dancing, fishing and camping. Elbert is survived by his children, Robin M. Alexander and Christine E. (Henry) Boucher; five grandchildren; three great grandchildren; sisters, Glenora Peet and Beverly Ameigh; several nieces, nephews, cousins and best friends Linda Nichols and Jack Wilson. Relatives and friends are invited to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at 11AM for Elbert's Funeral Service and Military Honors. Elbert will be laid to rest in Woodlawn National Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Condolences and words of comfort may be expressed in Elbert's Book of Memories at www.sullivansfuneralhome.com.