During the Great Depression in 1932, a declining economy would cause unemployment and homelessness, not only in the Unit-ed States of America but around the world. But in the quaint town of Eatonville. Fl. life continued as usual because people knew how to sustain in hard times. It was during this time that George Willis Alexander was born in Eatonville on December 30 to George Brown and Catherine Clark Alexander.
George graduated from Hungerford High School with honors. Although he did not attend college, the practical instructions he received from teachers like Mr. Felix Cosby, prepared him for life. He was industrious and inventive, always seeking to better himself. George accepted Christ and was baptized an early age at St. Lawrence African Methodist Episcopal Church in Eatonville. where he was a life member.
On October 19, 1952 George united in holy matrimony with Pauline Belinda Thomas. Seven children were born to this union, Dwayne Willis, Wanda Lorene. Clarice Denise. George Rory, Donna Lanette. Cathleen Carla and Veronice Ange-la. George was adored not only by his children, but by his many nieces and neph-ews as well. His granddaughter Duana affectionately dubbed him 'GP', short for grandpa. After the death of his inlayed Pauline. his wife of 44 years, George spent the next 20 years surrounded by his seven children. 23 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren, sharing his life's experiences. For a few years in the 1950's George became a seasonal crew driver for this father -in-law S. T. Thomas.
For many years he transported families from Orlando to New York to work "on the season" picking apples and other fruits. The responsibility of a crew driver was not restricted to just driving, but accountability for protection. pro-vision and well being of 'his' people. His crew would become his family and bonds were formed that lasted for life.
In 1961 George sought permanent employment. after all his family was growing. He started working for Orange County Com-mission as a dump truck driver, hauling trash and garbage to area landfills. The diligence George exhibited on the job would not go unnoticed. He was promoted to fogger for the Orange County Arthropod Control. His career path would lead him to be promoted to Director of the Orange County Mosquito Control. His charge was to reduce the mosquito population and other pests, through innovative techniques, research and education of the general public about preventing and/or reducing the chances of spreading infectious diseases through mosquitos. George retired in 1997 after 36 years of employment.
George was a lover of God's green earth, whether fishing or gardening, which led to his personal business venture Alex Nursery in the 1970's. Although he sold plants and gardening supplies, his largest product and best seller was bait and tackle supplies (minnows, crickets, rods, reels, etc.). George could name every plant and flower in his shop and gave advice on how to care for them.
The loving generous nature of this gentle giant would cause him to be loved and respected by his community. He was known to help those in need. On June 11, 2016 the Lord called George from labor to reward. He will be sorely missed. George is preceded in death by his wife Pauline Thomas Alexander; mother Catherine Clark Alexander; two brothers, Hubert Alexander and Edward Alexander; four sisters Laura Alexane2r, Carol Alexander Buckley, Evelyn Montgomery Banks and Eunice Montgomery Smith.
(Source: Marvin C. Zanders Funeral Home "Celebration of Life" program)
George graduated from Hungerford High School with honors. Although he did not attend college, the practical instructions he received from teachers like Mr. Felix Cosby, prepared him for life. He was industrious and inventive, always seeking to better himself. George accepted Christ and was baptized an early age at St. Lawrence African Methodist Episcopal Church in Eatonville. where he was a life member.
On October 19, 1952 George united in holy matrimony with Pauline Belinda Thomas. Seven children were born to this union, Dwayne Willis, Wanda Lorene. Clarice Denise. George Rory, Donna Lanette. Cathleen Carla and Veronice Ange-la. George was adored not only by his children, but by his many nieces and neph-ews as well. His granddaughter Duana affectionately dubbed him 'GP', short for grandpa. After the death of his inlayed Pauline. his wife of 44 years, George spent the next 20 years surrounded by his seven children. 23 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren, sharing his life's experiences. For a few years in the 1950's George became a seasonal crew driver for this father -in-law S. T. Thomas.
For many years he transported families from Orlando to New York to work "on the season" picking apples and other fruits. The responsibility of a crew driver was not restricted to just driving, but accountability for protection. pro-vision and well being of 'his' people. His crew would become his family and bonds were formed that lasted for life.
In 1961 George sought permanent employment. after all his family was growing. He started working for Orange County Com-mission as a dump truck driver, hauling trash and garbage to area landfills. The diligence George exhibited on the job would not go unnoticed. He was promoted to fogger for the Orange County Arthropod Control. His career path would lead him to be promoted to Director of the Orange County Mosquito Control. His charge was to reduce the mosquito population and other pests, through innovative techniques, research and education of the general public about preventing and/or reducing the chances of spreading infectious diseases through mosquitos. George retired in 1997 after 36 years of employment.
George was a lover of God's green earth, whether fishing or gardening, which led to his personal business venture Alex Nursery in the 1970's. Although he sold plants and gardening supplies, his largest product and best seller was bait and tackle supplies (minnows, crickets, rods, reels, etc.). George could name every plant and flower in his shop and gave advice on how to care for them.
The loving generous nature of this gentle giant would cause him to be loved and respected by his community. He was known to help those in need. On June 11, 2016 the Lord called George from labor to reward. He will be sorely missed. George is preceded in death by his wife Pauline Thomas Alexander; mother Catherine Clark Alexander; two brothers, Hubert Alexander and Edward Alexander; four sisters Laura Alexane2r, Carol Alexander Buckley, Evelyn Montgomery Banks and Eunice Montgomery Smith.
(Source: Marvin C. Zanders Funeral Home "Celebration of Life" program)
During the Great Depression in 1932, a declining economy would cause unemployment and homelessness, not only in the Unit-ed States of America but around the world. But in the quaint town of Eatonville. Fl. life continued as usual because people knew how to sustain in hard times. It was during this time that George Willis Alexander was born in Eatonville on December 30 to George Brown and Catherine Clark Alexander.
George graduated from Hungerford High School with honors. Although he did not attend college, the practical instructions he received from teachers like Mr. Felix Cosby, prepared him for life. He was industrious and inventive, always seeking to better himself. George accepted Christ and was baptized an early age at St. Lawrence African Methodist Episcopal Church in Eatonville. where he was a life member.
On October 19, 1952 George united in holy matrimony with Pauline Belinda Thomas. Seven children were born to this union, Dwayne Willis, Wanda Lorene. Clarice Denise. George Rory, Donna Lanette. Cathleen Carla and Veronice Ange-la. George was adored not only by his children, but by his many nieces and neph-ews as well. His granddaughter Duana affectionately dubbed him 'GP', short for grandpa. After the death of his inlayed Pauline. his wife of 44 years, George spent the next 20 years surrounded by his seven children. 23 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren, sharing his life's experiences. For a few years in the 1950's George became a seasonal crew driver for this father -in-law S. T. Thomas.
For many years he transported families from Orlando to New York to work "on the season" picking apples and other fruits. The responsibility of a crew driver was not restricted to just driving, but accountability for protection. pro-vision and well being of 'his' people. His crew would become his family and bonds were formed that lasted for life.
In 1961 George sought permanent employment. after all his family was growing. He started working for Orange County Com-mission as a dump truck driver, hauling trash and garbage to area landfills. The diligence George exhibited on the job would not go unnoticed. He was promoted to fogger for the Orange County Arthropod Control. His career path would lead him to be promoted to Director of the Orange County Mosquito Control. His charge was to reduce the mosquito population and other pests, through innovative techniques, research and education of the general public about preventing and/or reducing the chances of spreading infectious diseases through mosquitos. George retired in 1997 after 36 years of employment.
George was a lover of God's green earth, whether fishing or gardening, which led to his personal business venture Alex Nursery in the 1970's. Although he sold plants and gardening supplies, his largest product and best seller was bait and tackle supplies (minnows, crickets, rods, reels, etc.). George could name every plant and flower in his shop and gave advice on how to care for them.
The loving generous nature of this gentle giant would cause him to be loved and respected by his community. He was known to help those in need. On June 11, 2016 the Lord called George from labor to reward. He will be sorely missed. George is preceded in death by his wife Pauline Thomas Alexander; mother Catherine Clark Alexander; two brothers, Hubert Alexander and Edward Alexander; four sisters Laura Alexane2r, Carol Alexander Buckley, Evelyn Montgomery Banks and Eunice Montgomery Smith.
(Source: Marvin C. Zanders Funeral Home "Celebration of Life" program)
George graduated from Hungerford High School with honors. Although he did not attend college, the practical instructions he received from teachers like Mr. Felix Cosby, prepared him for life. He was industrious and inventive, always seeking to better himself. George accepted Christ and was baptized an early age at St. Lawrence African Methodist Episcopal Church in Eatonville. where he was a life member.
On October 19, 1952 George united in holy matrimony with Pauline Belinda Thomas. Seven children were born to this union, Dwayne Willis, Wanda Lorene. Clarice Denise. George Rory, Donna Lanette. Cathleen Carla and Veronice Ange-la. George was adored not only by his children, but by his many nieces and neph-ews as well. His granddaughter Duana affectionately dubbed him 'GP', short for grandpa. After the death of his inlayed Pauline. his wife of 44 years, George spent the next 20 years surrounded by his seven children. 23 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren, sharing his life's experiences. For a few years in the 1950's George became a seasonal crew driver for this father -in-law S. T. Thomas.
For many years he transported families from Orlando to New York to work "on the season" picking apples and other fruits. The responsibility of a crew driver was not restricted to just driving, but accountability for protection. pro-vision and well being of 'his' people. His crew would become his family and bonds were formed that lasted for life.
In 1961 George sought permanent employment. after all his family was growing. He started working for Orange County Com-mission as a dump truck driver, hauling trash and garbage to area landfills. The diligence George exhibited on the job would not go unnoticed. He was promoted to fogger for the Orange County Arthropod Control. His career path would lead him to be promoted to Director of the Orange County Mosquito Control. His charge was to reduce the mosquito population and other pests, through innovative techniques, research and education of the general public about preventing and/or reducing the chances of spreading infectious diseases through mosquitos. George retired in 1997 after 36 years of employment.
George was a lover of God's green earth, whether fishing or gardening, which led to his personal business venture Alex Nursery in the 1970's. Although he sold plants and gardening supplies, his largest product and best seller was bait and tackle supplies (minnows, crickets, rods, reels, etc.). George could name every plant and flower in his shop and gave advice on how to care for them.
The loving generous nature of this gentle giant would cause him to be loved and respected by his community. He was known to help those in need. On June 11, 2016 the Lord called George from labor to reward. He will be sorely missed. George is preceded in death by his wife Pauline Thomas Alexander; mother Catherine Clark Alexander; two brothers, Hubert Alexander and Edward Alexander; four sisters Laura Alexane2r, Carol Alexander Buckley, Evelyn Montgomery Banks and Eunice Montgomery Smith.
(Source: Marvin C. Zanders Funeral Home "Celebration of Life" program)
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