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MARYLAND OBITUARIES OF ALFORDS

AND SPELLING VARIATIONS

 

 

Obituaries are listed alphabetically by FIRST name. Included are people whose last name, maiden name, or married name is Alford or a spelling variation: Alfred, Alvord, Allford, Halford, Hallford, Holford, etc.

 

The name of the newspaper (or other source) and place and date of publication follow the name of the deceased. If we included the obituary in AAFA ACTION, the issue is noted.

 

The Alford American Family Association (AAFA) often adds notes to each obituary, including Social Security Death Index (SSDI) data, relationship of the deceased to other Alfords, and lineages. We add to AAFA NOTES as time permits.

 

Where lineages are included (Alford unless otherwise stated), the format is: Name, year of birth, state or country of birth.

 

Obituaries of AAFA members and sometimes their spouses are also included on AAFA Member Memorials and may include more information.

 

We welcome corrections and additional information. If you have an obituary from this state that is not included here, please share it with us!

 

Date posted: 10 FEBRUARY 2024

 

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The families of many of the subjects of these Maryland obituaries are represented in AAFA Alford Genealogies published on this website, where we are referring readers for more information.

 

*AAFA’s Online Published Genealogies:

 

1. Known Descendants of Charles Alford b. 1769 MD

 

2. Known Descendants of Alexander Alvord and Mary Vore (DNA Group 4) and Thomas Alford b. about 1598 England (DNA Group 4)

            See also Open Library’s A Genealogy of the Descendants of Alexander Alvord

 

3. Known Descendants of Benedict Alford and Joan Newton (DNA Group 4) and Thomas Alford b. about 1598 England (DNA Group 4)

 

4. Descendants of John Alford b. about 1645 (DNA Group 1)

            John’s descendants are included in a number of separate genealogies. See AAFA Alford Genealogies, “John Alford 1645 VA,” for the applicable genealogy.

 

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Frequently cited sources include these databases at Ancestry:

 

SSDI: Social Security Death Index, 1935–2014

SSACI: Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007

 

 

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ALBERT GALLATIN ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Saturday, 3 January 1925

 

 

In another article:

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Sunday, 4 January 1925

 

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his daughter Bessie Phoebe Alford in this compilation.

            We included the obituaries of his brother Byron S. Alford in New York Obituaries; of his brother Adial Alford in Vermont Obituaries; and of his brother Alonzo Alford in New Hampshire Obituaries.

            He is the son of Ammi Alford and his second wife, Clarissa White.

            See “Clarissa White Alford’s Quilt,” AAFA ACTION, Spring 1999, pp. 73–74.

            From Ullery, Jacob G., comp. Men of Vermont: An Illustrated Biographical History of Vermonters and Sons of Vermont. Brattleboro, VT: Transcript Publishing Company, 1894—Part III, Biographies of Sons of Vermont, p. 4:

 

 

 

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BALTIMORE AMERICAN

Baltimore, MD—16 October 1920

 

 

He yesterday celebrated his seventy-third birthday. He is a Civil War veteran and is aide de camp to the commander-in-chief of the Grand Army of the Republic. Captain Alford is the founder of the A.G. Alford Sporting Goods Company, the National Sporting Goods Company and the Postal Manufacturing Company. He retired from active business several years ago and is enjoying excellent health.

 

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BALTIMORE AMERICAN

Baltimore, MD—3 October 1919

 

CAPT. ALFORD TO CELEBRATE

 

            Capt. A.G. Alford will celebrate his seventy-second birthday anniversary on October 14 at his home in West Forest Park. The Captain is well known to sporting men, having been in the sporting goods business for over 40 years. He served three years in the Civil War.

            After the war Captain Alford was employed by the Smith & Wesson Agency in New York and later by the Remington Company, being the first salesman to go on the road for that company. Later he was put in charge of their arms department in Chicago. In 1879 he was sent to Baltimore to take charge of the agency here.

            In 1882 The Remington Company withdrew its agency in this city and Captain Alford bought its arms department. Shortly afterward he established the firm of A.G. Alford Sporting Goods Company. In 1896 he sold his interest in that company and two years later started another sporting goods store now known as the National, which he conducted until 1908.

 

            For more information on this family, see AAFA’s Corrington Loyal Alford Collection, Section Seven.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.

            His lineage: Albert Gallatin 1847 VT¹, Ammi 1788 VT², Benedict 1757 CT³, Benedict 1716 CT⁴, Benedict 1688 CT⁵, Jeremiah 1655 CT⁶, Benedict 1619⁷.

 

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ALBERT LEE ALFORD

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—7 April 2001

 

            Albert Lee Alford, 77, who retired in 1985 as special assistant to Secretary of Education Terrel H. Bell, died of a heart attack March 30 at his home in Bethesda.

            Mr. Alford was a native of Union, W.Va., and a graduate of the University of Akron. He received master’s and doctoral degrees, both in political science, from Princeton University. He served in the Army Air Forces in the Pacific during World War II and retired from the Air Force in 1983 as a major.

            He taught political science at the University of Maryland from 1952 to 1960, when he joined the Office of Education as assistant commissioner for legislation.

            He was a member of Bradley Hills Presbyterian Church and the board of management of the Bethesda YMCA. His interests included tennis.

            Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Esther H. Alford of Bethesda; two daughters, Kathryn Ann Murray of Ellicott City and Linda Lee Alford McMillan of Knoxville, Md.; and three grandchildren.

 

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CHARLESTON GAZETTE

Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV—Monday, 2 April 2001

 

BETHESDA, Md.—Albert Lee Alford. On March 30, 2001 of Bethesda Md. Beloved husband of Esther H. Alford, father of Kathryn Ann Murray and Linda Lee McMillan; son of the late Hermon Lee Alford and Clara French Albert Alford. Grandfather of Kyle F. Murray, Malcolm A. McMillan, Parker G. McMillan, and the late Erin L. McMillan.

            Viewing will be on Tuesday, April 3, 2001 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Broyles/McGuire Funeral Home, Union, W.Va. A graveside service will be held at Fairview Christian Church Cemetery on Wednesday, April 4, 2001 at 11 a.m....

 

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WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Wednesday, 4 April 2001

 

            Alford, Albert Lee—On Friday March 30, 2001, of Bethesda, MD, beloved husband of Esther H. Alford; father of Kathryn Ann Murray and Linda Lee McMillan; grandfather of Kyle F. Murray, Malcolm A. McMillan, Parker G. McMillan and the late Erin L. McMillan.

            Memorial service will be held at the Bradley Hills Presbyterian Church, 6601 Bradley Blvd., Bethesda, MD on Monday, April 9, at 11 a.m…. Arrangements by Pumphrey’s Bethesda-Chevy Chase Funeral Home.

 

Photo from Fairview Christian Church Cemetery, Keenan, Monroe Co., WV—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Sally Miller

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Albert L. Alford (SS# issued in OH) was born 24 May 1923, last residence Bethesda, Montgomery Co., MD.

 

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ALFONZO ALFORD

 

CUMBERLAND NEWS

Cumberland, Allegany Co., MD—Wednesday, 13 July 1977

 

NEIGHBORS ANGERED AFTER POLICE SHOOT NEAR-CRIPPLED ALCOHOLIC

 

BALTIMORE—Neighbors reacted angrily Tuesday to the death of a near-crippled alcoholic—considered harmless—who was shot by police when he became rowdy and waved a butcher knife.

            Alphonso Alford, 37, an Army veteran and former welder, was standing in the street, screaming and yelling with a butcher knife in his hand when he was shot.

            Police said they were in fear of their lives and fired in self-defense.

            “The police in the area know him. He was nothing but mouth,” one neighbor said.

            “He would drink and go home. Sometimes he would borrow change, but he would bring it back,” Mrs. Helen Gaddy, another neighbor said. “They didn’t have to shoot him and kill him.”

            In 1970, Alford was shot and suffered intermittent pain in his legs from a bullet lodged near his spine. Police spokesman Dennis Hill said police were not able to determine why he was shot or by whom.

            Out of work since then and periodically in minor trouble with the law, he would drink and was subject to epileptic-type seizures, members of his family said.

            Alford, according to some witnesses of the incident Monday, “shouted to his father before police arrived, ‘I’m not going to jail tonight. I’m going to die.’”

            Patricia Mayo, a friend visiting Alford’s family, said he hit her with the butcher knife handle before running outside.

            Baltimore police officers Vernon Gray and Michael Hilliard arrived in a patrol car and asked him to put the knife down. Alford refused, police said.

            “He cocked his right arm back behind his back and started to throw the knife towards officer Gray,” Hilliard said. Gray then fired one shot, he said. Alford did not fall, Hilliard said, and continued to move forward. The officer said he (Hilliard) fired two more shots within a 15 foot range.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Alfonzo Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 10 Aug 1939 and died _____ July 1977, last benefit Baltimore, MD.

            From SSACI: Alfonzo Alford, black, was born 10 Aug 1939 in Rowland, Robeson Co., NC, son of Owen and Henrietta Alford.

            From North Carolina Birth Indexes, 1800–2000 (Ancestry): Alfonzo Alford, black, was born 10 Aug 1939 in Robeson Co., NC, son of Owen Alford and Heneritta Gilchrist.

            From North Carolina Marriage Records, 1741–2011 (Ancestry): Owen Alford, age 21 black, son of Henery and Sammie Alford, married Henryetta Gilchrist, daughter of Dan and Sarah Gilchrist, on 3 June 1929 in Cumberland Co., NC.

 

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ALICE E. MCMAHAN ALFORD

 

THE STAR-DEMOCRAT

Easton, Talbot Co., MD—Wednesday, 7 April 1982

 

 

Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Federalsburg, Caroline Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Dee H

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Apr 1982) dates of Alice Alford (SS# issued in MD), last residence Federalsburg, Caroline Co., MD.

            See the obituary of her husband, Oscar Alford, in this compilation.

 

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ANNA RITA ALFORD BAKER

 

EASTON GAZETTE

Easton, Talbot Co., MD—Saturday, 20 January 1877

 

            Mrs. A.R. Baker, aged 76 years, died very suddenly on Sunday last [January 14], at her residence in Easton. She died of apoplexy and was sitting at the window when taken, looking at persons going from Church.

            Mrs. Baker was a member of the Methodist Protestant Church at the time of her death and had been a zealous Christian for many years.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her mother, Britannia Pritchett Alford, in this compilation.

            From Maryland, Compiled Marriages, 1655–1850 (Ancestry): Annett Alford married John Baker on 5 Jan 1836 in Talbot Co.

 

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ARENA ALFORD

 

DENTON JOURNAL

Denton, Caroline Co., MD—Friday, 8 January 1921

 

            Mrs. Arena Alford, widow of the late Charles Alford, died at the home of Mr. Charles Culver, near Andersontown, on Thursday night.

            She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Geo. O’Day.

            The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at Bloomery….

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Charles J. Alford, in this compilation.

            Arena and her husband Charles are buried in Bloomery Cemetery, Federalsburg, Caroline Co., MD. Their gravestone monument is very worn and difficult to read. The dates on Arena’s memorial are 31 Jan 1855–6 Jan 1921.

 

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ARMILLIE “MILLIE” NICHOLS ALFORD

 

DENTON JOURNAL

Denton, Caroline Co., MD—Saturday, 31 October 1931

 

            Mrs. Millie Nichols Alford, 48, wife of Winnie Alford, a farmer, died at her home near here last Tuesday following a long illness.

            Besides her husband, she is survived by three children, Franklin, Helen and Louise Alford, all students at the local high school.

            Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. on Thursday in the Methodist Episcopal Church at Nichols…. Burial was in Hillcrest cemetery, Federalsburg.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Winfield Elmer “Winnie” Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone, in this compilation. It. We included the obituary of her daughter Lola Helen Alford Bryan in Delaware Obituaries.

 

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ARTHUR GREEN “TEX” ALFORD

 

THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT

Norfolk, VA—Saturday, 24 July 1999

 

CHESAPEAKE [VA]—Arthur G. “Tex” Alford, 84, died July 21, 1999, in Baltimore, Md. He had lived in Chesapeake for 56 years and had been currently residing in Catonsville [Baltimore Co.], Md.

            Born in Texas, he had retired as an operator for Norfolk and Western Railroad with more than 30 years of service. He was also the owner-operator of Alford’s Nursery in Chesapeake for 23 years. Mr. Alford was a dedicated member of Broadmoor Church of Christ where he was superintendent of the Sunday School, as well as one of the church founders and a trustee. He was also a member of the Ruritan Club and Norfolk Anglers Club. A Navy veteran of World War II, Mr. Alford enjoyed fishing, hunting and vacationing with his grandchildren.

            Survivors include his wife, Kathleen S. Alford; a daughter, Patricia S. Judefind of Severna Park, Md.; a son-in-law, Allen R. Judefind of Severna Park; three sisters, Glenice McIntire of San Antonio, Texas, Doris White of Richardson, Texas, and Mary Carpenter of Grand Prairie, Texas; five grandchildren, Lara Hinckley of Severna Park, John R. Pipkin II of California, Teresa Schmied of German, Lisa Seda of Glen Burnie, Md., and Monica Wey of Pennsylvania; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Mart and Della Alford, and a brother, Thurman Alford.

            A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday at Broadmoor Church of Christ, Chesapeake, by Minister James Jones. Burial will be in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens [Suffolk Co., VA]. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Snellings Funeral Home, George Washington Hwy. Chapel.

 

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MARYLAND GAZETTE

Annapolis, Anne Arundel Co., MD—Wednesday, 28 July 1999

 

            Arthur G. “Tex” Alford, 84, died on July 21 of a heart attack at the Charlestown Care Center in Catonsville (MD) after a lengthy illness.

            Born on Sep 27, 1914 in TX, Mr. Alford lived in Chesapeake, VA, for 56 years before moving to Catonsville less than a year ago.

            He worked as an operator for the Norfolk and Western Railroad for more than 30 years. He also owned and operated Alford’s Nursery in Chesapeake, VA, for 23 years.

            Mr. Alford was superintendent of Sunday school at Broadmoor Church of Christ, and was one of the church’s founders and trustees.

            He enjoyed fishing, hunting and vacationing with his grandchildren.

            Mr. Alford is survived by his wife of 56 years, Kathleen Spurill Alford; one daughter, Patricia S. Judefind of Severna Park (MD); three sisters, Glenice McIntire of San Antonio, TX, Doris White of Richardson, TX, and Mary Carpenter of Grand Prairie, TX; five grand children; and five great-grandchildren.

            He was also the brother of the late Thurman Alford.

            Funeral services were held Sunday at the Broadmoor Church of Christ in Chesapeake.

            Burial was at the Meadowbrook Cemetery in Chesapeake.

            Arrangements were by Barranco and Sons Severna Park Funeral Home.

 

Photo from Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens, Suffolk, VA,—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Joe Colby

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Arthur G. Alford (SS# issued in NJ), last residence Chesapeake City, VA.

            See the obituary of his wife, Kathleen Simmons Spruill Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his father, John Martin Alford; and siblings Doris Lou Alford White, Glenice Viola Alford McIntire, and Thurman Warren Alford in Texas Obituaries.

            Arthur Green Alford and Kathleen Simmons Spruill married in 1943 in Pasquotank Co., NC [North Carolina Marriage Collection, 1741–2004 (Ance)].

            For more information on this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Some of the Descendants of John Alford ca1801 North Carolina.

            His lineage: Arthur Green 1914 TX¹, John Martin 1888 TX²,George Washington 1855 AL³, John Madison 1826 GA⁴, John 1801 NC⁵.

 

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ARTHUR TERRELL ALFORD

 

Bradshaw & Sons Funeral Home

Crisfield, Somerset Co., MD—_____ September 2017

 

 

Arthur Terrell “Art” Alford

April 26, 1986 - September 24, 2017

 

            Arthur Terrell Alford, 31, of Princess Anne, died Sunday, September 24, 2017 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center.

            Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on April 26, 1986, he was a son of Arthur Holland and Lacolia Alford Harris. A graduate of Washington High School class of 2005, he was a maintenance worker at Mountaire. Art loved basketball and was a promising athlete and AAU coach. He was a Father and mentor who gave great advice and was influential in the lives of everyone he met.

            Along with his parents, he is survived by his wife, Krista Alford; Kris Somers, Kayla Somers, Kamryn Somers, Ra-Shaun Fitzgerald, and Montraz Oliver, that were like children to him; Kayden and Kollyn Somers who were like his grandchildren; four brothers, Latrell Alford, Devon Alford, Stephen Alford, and Armande Alford; three sisters, Lacolia Alford, Tomika Holland, and Latasha Holland; a special niece, Dasia Handy; his mentor and friend Cokie McCready; many other nieces and nephews; numerous cousins; and many, many friends.

            He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Lacolia Alford; and his brother, Marcellous Alford.

            A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 7, 2017 from 3-5 PM at Tawes Gym on the UMES Campus….

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his brother Marcellous C. Alford in this compilation.

 

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BESSIE PHOEBE ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Thursday, 28 November 1895

 

            Died—Alford—On 26^th November, 1895, Bessie P., age 6 years and 10 months, youngest daughter of Albert G. and Clara A. Alford.

            Interment private.

 

Photo from Lorraine Park Cemetery, Woodlawn, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, ShelleyArnold

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her father, Albert Gallatin Alford, in this compilation.

            The records of Mount Olivet Cemetery in Baltimore say she is buried there but has no gravestone. Perhaps she was moved because her gravestone was photographed in Lorraine Park Cemetery.

            For more information on this family, see AAFA’s Corrington Loyal Alford Collection, Section Seven.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.

            Her lineage: Bessie Phoebe 1890 MD¹, Albert Gallatin 1847 VT², Ammi 1788 VT³, Benedict 1757 CT⁴, Benedict 1716 CT⁵, Benedict 1688 CT⁶, Jeremiah 1655 CT⁷, Benedict 1619 England⁸, Thomas 1598 England⁹.

 

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BETTY LEE ALFORD TYSON

 

BALTIMORE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Wednesday, 30 April 2014

 

            On April 28, 2014 Betty Lee Alford-Tyson survived by her husband Wiley Tyson daughter, Jeannetta A. Mock (Joseph); son, Pastor Domanic A. Smith; 2 grandsons, Joel P. Mock and Dillion-Seph A. Smith and a host of other relatives and friends.

            The family will receive friends on Friday, May 2, 2014 at the Howell Funeral Home East, 3331 Brehms Lane from 4 to 8 PM. The wake will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2014 9 AM St. Paul Baptist Church, 3101 The Alameda, with funeral service to follow 10 AM. Interment Arbutus Memorial Park Cemetery.

 

 

Photos from Arbutus Memorial Park, Arbutus, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, KDorsey

Betty is buried to the right of her sisters Delores Alford Mobley and Helen Alford (apparently still living). The gravestone of their parents, Kizer and Gladys Alford, is on the left.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

            See the obituaries of her parents, Kizer Alford and Gladys Wingate Alford, in this compilation.

 

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BETTY LOU ALVORD VEST

 

FREDERICK NEWS-POST

Frederick, Frederick Co., MD—Friday, 3 April 2015

 

 

            Betty Lou Alvord Vest, 67, of Frederick Road, Clarksburg, MD, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2015, at Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, MD.

            Born February 6, 1948, in Bethesda, she was the daughter of Julia (Ricketts) Alvord of Clarksburg and the late Herbert Alvord Jr. She was a graduate of Gaithersburg High School, class of 1966. She was employed by NIH, was an avid animal lover and volunteered at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. and Tri-State Zoological Park in Cumberland, MD.

            In addition to her mother, she is survived by step children, Skip, Donnie and Joni; sisters, Linda and Debbie; best friends, Bonnie, Bob and Wayne; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

            In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband, Doren Vest Jr.; and brother, Mike Alvord.

            Services and burial will be private and at the convenience of the family….

            Arrangements were entrusted to J.L. Davis Funeral Home of Smithsburg, MD.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.

            Her ALVORD lineage: Betty Lou 1948 MD¹, Herbert Burr 1923 DC², Herbert Burr 1886 NY³, Frank Cleveland 1857 NY⁴, Richard Warren 1826 NY⁵, Calvin 1786 CT⁶, Daniel 1743 CT⁷, Thomas 1710 MA⁸, Thomas 1683 MA⁹, Thomas 1653 CT¹⁰, Alexander 1627 England¹¹, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England¹².

 

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BETTY LOUISE JACKSON ALFORD

 

March Funeral Homes

Baltimore, MD—_____ July 2013

 

 

Betty Louise Alford … claimed her heavenly home on July 13, 2019, at 77 years old….

            Betty was the eldest child of the late Ethel Jackson. She had five siblings. Two brothers, Bernard and Coleman, Jr, preceded her in death. She … was raised in the house that her grandfather built and received her education in the Carroll County Public School, finally attending Robert Morton High School. Betty would reminisce about living in the “country” saying, “I couldn’t wait to get from out of those woods”.

            Betty was married to the late Charlie Alford for 33 years, the absolute love of her life, whom she called “Al”. She … missed him deeply and was ready to see him. When she married, she became an instant mother of three children: Charles, Jr., Roger, and Carolyn…. It wasn’t easy being a young mother with these three. The oldest thought he was just as grown as she, the middle didn’t say much and the youngest had a smart mouth…. God did not design her to bear children, but He had created in her heart a special place to nurture and care for children in her marriage. It was evident throughout her life, through the care of her children through her work, within her family—her grand and great grand-children, and nieces. Just ask, they will attest to her love, kindness, and generosity. She not only provided care for children, but she assisted in the care of Cheryl Brager-Remerman, her mother, and her Aunt Boo-Boo.

            …. Back in the day, she and Al were in leadership roles with their CB clubs. They traveled, raised funds for “Toys for Tots” and for the Homeless. Speaking of travel … she didn’t mind getting behind the wheel. “I’ll drive”, she said. She drove across country to attend Roger’s wedding, not wanting to take a break. “I’m alright...you rest,” when her knees were hurting her something fierce.

            Betty … enjoyed family events. She enjoyed being around her family. She loved to hear the stories about how no one wanted to eat her meals when she was younger because she didn’t know how to cook. She … did win the children over with her cooking and that her fried chicken and mashed potatoes became the bonus for Carolyn and Chelle’. She would want you to know how important it is to preserve family by attending family events as she did for family reunions at her mother’s home on Labor Day, the 4th of July at her Aunt Boo-Boo’s, and the Cousin’s Reunions.

            Betty … enjoyed working and being creative. She liked sewing and made many of her own clothes. Sewing for others was a joy as well. She liked to crochet throws, bed covering, and shawls, keeping most for herself. She … worked for the Brager family most of young adult life sowing in the lives of their four daughters. Their youngest daughters, the twin stayed by her side through her difficult times- one of whom was Jacobson, and Bob, her husband. Betty …has been a manager of the JoAnn’s Fabric Store as well as Specialized Lighting Systems, Cheryl Brager-Remerman, owner.

            Betty … truly loved Jesus and it wasn’t enough just to attend services. She … actively worked at West Liberty United Methodist Church, serving in many capacities: singing in the choir, serving Communion as a Communion Steward, and serving as Lay Servant. She also served in the kitchen on special days and during Vacation Bible School.

            Betty … became too ill and unable to perform her duties. She needed professional care which was provided by Arlington West Nursing Facility. When her health improved, she knew she would not be the same physically, but she pursued community and became an active member of the Patient Council at the facility. However physically she was not going to be the same. She … had a roommate with whom she built a golden friendship, Ms Edna Bailey. She identified her as “my best friend”….

            Betty would want you to keep her family lifted in prayer—children: Charles, Jr., (Caroline), Rev. Roger O. Alford (Anita), from Lawton, Oklahoma, and Carolyn (Wade); siblings: Esther Cleamons, Allen Jackson, Robert Spence, and Ricky Cleamons; grandchildren; NiChelle (Eugene), Charles “Poncho” (Mai), Ronald (Anita), Angela, Zenzele, Cynthia, and Shaleen; 14 great-grandchildren, including one special great-grandchild whom she helped raise, Charles C., “CJ”, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.

            See the obituary of her husband, Charlie Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.

 

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BETTY MAE JENKINS ALFRED

 

CARROLL COUNTY TIMES

Westminster, Carroll Co., MD—Thursday, 25 April 2002

 

            Betty Mae Alfred, 68, of Westminster, died Saturday, April 20, 2002, at her home

            Born May 26, 1933, in Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Jacob W. and Eleanor M. Pletzer Jenkins. She was the wife of the late James Henry Alfred Jr.

            She had been a homemaker for most of her life and enjoyed playing bingo.

            Surviving are sons and daughters-in-law James “Butch” and Mandy Alfred of New Windsor, Rodney W. and Brenda Alfred of Hanover, Pa.; sisters Patricia Jenkins of Randallstown and Marlene McCarthy of New Freedom, Pa.; grandchildren Mike Alfred of Frederick, Mark Alfred of New Windsor, and Ryan Alfred and Rachel Alfred, both of Hanover, Pa.; two great-grandchildren; and one step-great-grandchild.

            A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Haight Funeral Home & Chapel, 6416 Sykesville Road, Sykesville…. Interment will be in Lake View Memorial Park, Sykesville….

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Betty M. Alfred (SS# issued in MD) was born 26 May 1933, last residence Westminster, Carroll Co., MD.

 

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BETTY WILSON ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Sunday, 25 August 2000

 

            Betty Wilson Alford died on August 23, 2000. Funeral services were held at Connelly Funeral home of Essex. Interment was private.

            Survivors include her husband, Joseph O. Alford, children, Stennis B. Bierman, Lorretta L. Alford, Linda C. Gostomski, and Joseph T. Alford, siblings, Carl E. Wilson, Carolyn W. Heggie, and A.W. Farrar. Also surviving are grandchildren, Amanda Bierman, Mark S., Jr. and Sara L. Gostomski, Kari A., Kaitlyne, and Kelly L. Alford.

 

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SUN NEWS

Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Sunday, 27 August 2000

 

            Betty W. Alford, of Baltimore, died Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2000. She was the wife of Joseph O. Alford.

            Survivors include her children, Sternis B. Bierman, Lorretta L. Alford, Linda C. Gostomski and Joseph T. Alford; her siblings, Carl E. Wilson of Maryland, Carolyn W. Heggie and A.W. Farrar; and six grandchildren, Amanda N. Bierman, Mark S. Gostomski Jr. and Sarah L. Gostomski, and Kari A., Kaitlyne and Kelly L. Alford.

            Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. today and 7 to 9 tonight at Connelly Funeral Home of Essex, Md. The funeral will be at 7:30 tonight at the funeral home….

 

Photo from State Branch Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Chuck Mull

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

            We included the obituaries of her husband’s parents, Gilbert Grey Alford and Vera Hope Herring Alford, in South Carolina Obituaries.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Descendants of Arthur Alford & Clarky Sarvis.

            Her husband’s lineage: Joseph Otto 1936 SC¹, Gilbert Grey 1907 SC², Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC³, Harrison 1843 SC⁴, Arthur 1803 SC⁵, Arthur about 1775 SC⁶.

 

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BRITANNIA PRITCHETT ALFORD

 

EASTON GAZETTE

Easton, Talbot Co., MD—Saturday, 19 November 1825

 

            In this county, on Tuesday night last, Mrs. Alford, consort of Mr. Martin Alford.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her daughter Anna Rita Alford Baker in this compilation.

            From Caroline County, Maryland Marriages, 1774–1815 (Ancestry): Britanna Pritchett married Martain Alford on 1 Jan 1805 in Caroline Co.

            In 1810 Talbot Co., MD: Martin Alford, age 26–44, a probable wife, age 26–44, a probable son, age under 10; another free person; and 14 slaves.

            In 1820 Talbot Co., MD: Martin Alford is living with a probable wife, 2 probable sons, 3 probable daughters, and 2 female slaves.

 

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CARRIE ELLEN ALVORD

 

Junior photo, Mac, 1914 yearbook, Macalester College, St. Paul, MN

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Monday, 10 December 1973

 

CARRIE ALVORD, WAS TEACHER

 

            Carrie E. Alvord, 80, who retired about 10 years ago after teaching in public and private schools for many years in the District, Virginia and Maryland, died Saturday in Sligo Park Nursing Home in Takoma Park [Montgomery Park, MD] after a long illness. She had lived on Huntington Street in Chevy Chase for more than 50 years.

            Miss Alvord, born in Washburn [Bayfield Co.], Wis., was a graduate of MacAlister College in Minnesota. She came to the Washington area in 1918.

            Her brother, Ellsworth C. Alvord, a tax lawyer here, died in 1964. She leaves a sister, Mrs. Miriam Al Koehler of Takoma Park.

            Services will be held at 9 a.m. tomorrow in Joseph Gawler’s Sons Funeral Home, 5130 Wisconsin Ave., NW, with burial in Cedar Hill Cemetery.

 

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EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Monday, 10 December 1973

 

            On Saturday, December 8, 1973, at the Sligo Gardens Nursing Home [Takoma Park, MD], Carrie E. Alvord, sister of the late Ellsworth C. Alvord and Mrs. Miriam A. Coehler [sic: Koehler].

            She is also survived by two nieces and two nephews.

            Friends may call at Joseph Gawler’s Sons, 5130 Wisconsin ave. at Harrison st. n.w. … on Monday from 7 to 9 p.m., where services will be held on Tuesday, December 11 at 9 a.m. Interment Cedar Hill Cemetery.

 

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EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Monday, 10 December 1973

 

            The officers and members of Chevy Chase Chapter #39, O.E.S., are hereby notified of the death of our Sister Carrie E. Alvord on Friday, December 7….

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Carrie Alvord (SS# issued in MD) was born 19 Nov 1893 and died _____ Dec 1973, last residence Washington, DC.

            We included the obituaries of her parents, Elias Chapman Alvord and Miriam Lucy Moore Alvord; and brother Ellsworth Chapman Alvord Sr. in District of Columbia Obituaries.

            Carrie never married. She was planning to marry Abraham Percefull, but the wedding was called off:

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Friday, 12 July 1929

 

 

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EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Monday, 15 July 1929

 

 

 

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.

            Her ALVORD lineage: Carrie Ellen 1893 WI¹, Elias Chapman 1860 PA², Henry Wells 1821 MA³, Helaz 1791 MA⁴, Bezaleel 1762 MA⁵, Azariah 1738 MA⁶, John 1711 MA⁷, John 1685 MA⁸, Thomas 1653 CT⁹, Alexander 1627 England¹⁰, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England¹¹.

 

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CELIA CLICK ALFORD

 

EVENING TIMES

Cumberland, Allegany Co., MD—Monday, 27 October 1952

 

            Mrs. Celia Alford, 75, of 828 Lafayette Avenue, died Saturday night [October 25] in Memorial Hospital where she had been a patient several days.

            Mrs. Alford was born February 12, 1876, at Montrose [Randolph Co.], W. Va., a daughter of the late William and Sarah (Ferguson) Click. She had resided here 40 years.

            Survivors include two brothers, Henson Click, Whitmer, W. Va., and Harvey Click, Maysville, W. Va.; a half-brother, Edward Williams, city, and a sister, Mrs. Belle McDaniels, Hendricks, W. Va.

            The body is at the Scarpelli Funeral Home.

 

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CUMBERLAND NEWS

Cumberland, Allegany Co., MD—Monday, 27 October 1952

 

            Mrs. Cellia Alford, 75, of 828 Lafayette Avenue, died Saturday night about 8 o’clock at Memorial Hospital where she was admitted several days ago.

            She resided here for the past 40 years and was the widow of the late David Alford. She was born, February 12, 1876, at Mount Rose [sic: Montrose], W. Va., and was a daughter of the late William and Sarah (Ferguson) Click.

            Surviving are two brothers. Henson Click, Whitmer, W. Va.; Harvey Click, Maryvllle, W. Va.; a half-brother, Edward Williams, city; and a sister, Mrs. Belle McDaniels, Hendricks. W. Va.

            The body is at Scarpelli’s Funeral Home.

 

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CUMBERLAND NEWS

Cumberland, Allegany Co., MD—Tuesday, 28 October 1952

 

            A funeral service for Mrs. Cellia Alford, 75, of 828 Lafayette Avenue, who died Saturday, will be conducted today at 1:30 p.m. at Scarpelli’s Funeral Home with Rev. Kenneth W. Grove, pastor of Mt. Fairview Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Hermon Cemetery….

 

AAFA NOTES: From SSACI: Celia Click Alford was born 12 Feb 1877 in Randolph Co., WV, daughter of William Click and Sarah Ferguson.

            The birth year listed in her obituaries is probably incorrect. She is listed as age 2 on the 1880 census in Clay, Randolph Co., WV: William R. Click [incorrectly enumerated as Chick] 28 VA; wife Sarah E. 23 VA; Isabella 6 WV; Henson 4 WV; Arcelia 2 WV.

            From West Virginia, Births Index, 1853–1969 (Ancestry): William Click and Sarah Ferguson are listed as parents of 3 children in Tucker Co., WV: Isabella 1873, Eva 1877, and Harvey J. 1880.

            From West Virginia Division of Culture and History: Celie Click, age 21 born Tucker Co., married Gilbert Collins, age 22 born Preston Co., in 1899, Tucker Co.; and Celia Click, age 27, married Clarence Hill, age 30, in 1907 in Tucker Co.

 

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CHARLES ABNER ALFORD

 

CECIL WHIG

Elkton, Cecil Co., MD—Sunday, 13 June 2010

 

            Charles A. Alford, 76, of Elkton, MD, died Sunday, June 13, 2010, at home surrounded by his loving family.

            Born in Winnfield, LA, on October 18, 1933, he was the son of the late Clarence L. and Jesse P. (Lowe) Alford.

            He was the husband of the late Joanna H. Alford, who died September 18, 2006.

            He served our country in the Navy for 20 years. Prior to his retirement, he was Director of Safety at Maryland Materials.

            Mr. Alford was a member of VFW Post 6027, North East, MD, and the American Legion Post 15, Elkton, MD.

            He enjoyed bowling and bowled with the Court House Bowling League.

            Survivors include his four children, Michael G. Alford of Elkton, MD, Elizabeth J. Baker of Wellesley, MA, Charles M. Alford of Elkton, MD, and Susan A. Haslam of Asheville, NC; and nine grandchildren.

            Funeral services will be held Friday, June 18, 2010, at 10 a.m. at Crouch Funeral Home, 127 S. Main St., North East, MD….

            Interment with full military honors will follow services in Wesley Chapel Cemetery, Elkton, MD….

 

 

Photos from Wesley Chapel of Elk Neck Cemetery, Elk Neck, Cecil Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Dennis Tucker

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Charles A. Alford (SS# issued in LA), last residence Elkton, Cecil Co., MD.

            See the obituary of his wife, Joanna Helen Felter Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his parents, Clarence L. Alford and Jessie Pirkle Lowe Alford, in Louisiana Obituaries. He is listed as Charles Peabody Alford in his mother’s obituary.

            For more information on this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Some of the Descendants of John Alford ca1801 North Carolina.

            His lineage: Charles Abner 1933 LA¹, Clarence 1897 LA², Warren Lee 1868 MS³, Julius Caesar 1823 AL⁴, John 1801 NC⁵.

 

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CHARLES ALEXANDER ALFORD

 

FREDERICK NEWS-POST

Frederick, Frederick Co., MD—Tuesday, 9 October 1973

 

            Mr. Charles Alexander Alford a resident of the Montevue Home, Frederick, died in the infirmary on Saturday, Oct. 6.

            He was born in Harriston, Va., Nov. 12, 1911 a son of the late Millard and Ivy A. Alford. He was a retired Navy Department employe.

            He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Marie Lewis, Port Ritchie, Fla.; one niece and one nephew, Mrs. Gregg Lee and Thomas Lewis both of Eton, N.C.

            Funeral services will be held at the Robert E. Dailey and Son Funeral Home, 1201 N. Market St., Wednesday, Oct. 10 at 10:30 a.m., with the Rev. A.D. Salmon, rector, All Saint’s Episcopal Church officiating. Interment will be in the Cedar Hill Cemetery, Washington, D.C. [sic: Suitland, Prince George’s Co., MD]

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.

            We included the obituaries of his mother, Ivy V. Zirkle Alford, in District of Columbia Obituaries; and of his sister Marie E. Miller Alford Lewis in North Carolina Obituaries.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Robert Alford 1828–1888 Virginia. Millard was incorrectly omitted from this genealogy.

            His lineage: Charles Alexander 1911 VA¹, Millard F. 1885 VA², William Andrew Alexander 1855 VA³, Robert 1828 VA⁴.

 

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CHARLES DENNIS “DENNY” ALFORD

Father of Clayton Dennis Alford, AAFA #1457

 

Photo from his son, Clayton Dennis Alford

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Friday, 20 October 1995

 

            Alford, Charles “Denny”—On Thursday, Oct. 19, 1995, of Lothian MD, beloved husband of Delores M. Alford; loving father of Lisa, Lori, Linda, Clay, Debbie and Jamie; devoted Paw-Paw of Christopher, Jennifer, Nicole, Donald and Tyler; son of Ruth and Clay Casseday; brother of Larry Schoonover [sic: Alford] and Patrick Alford.

            Friends may call at the Lee Funeral Home, Brance Ave. and Coventry Way, Clinton MD on Sat. from 6 to 8 pm and Sunday from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm where service will be held on Mon. Oct. 23 at 1 pm. Interment Maryland Veteran’s Cem., Cheltenham MD.

 

Photo from Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, Prince George’s Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Stan Jett

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Dennis Alford (SS# issued in CO) was born 25 Oct 1941, last residence Lothian, Anne Arundel Co., MD.

            We included the obituary of his mother, Lulu Ruth Schoonover Alford Casseday in Colorado Obituaries; and of his brother Larry Homer Alford in Wyoming Obituaries.

            Clayton Alford, son of Charles, reports that his father was born in Ault, Weld Co., CO. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1959–1962 as a medical corpsman.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.

            His lineage: Charles Dennis 1941 CO¹, John Homer 1915 CO², Charles Albert 1886 CO³, William Arnold 1843 IL⁴, William Beebe 1815 NY⁵, Arnold 1780 CT⁶, Eliphalet 1752 CT⁷, Job 1708 CT⁸, Jeremiah 1655 CT⁹, Benedict 1619 England¹⁰, Thomas 1598 England¹¹.

 

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CHARLES H. ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Saturday, 17 December 1887

 

            Mr. Charles H. Alford, of the firm of Thomas Kensett & Co., oyster packers, died at his residence, No. 2021 East Baltimore street, yesterday morning [December 16], in the 39^th year of his age.

            He was a native of New York city, and began work in the employ of the New York Central Railroad Company. He afterwards came to Baltimore and became the secretary and treasurer of the Maryland Steamboat Company. Leaving that position, he entered the firm of Thomas Kensett & Co. as bookkeeper and was admitted into partnership. He was unmarried. He was a member of the Royal Arcanum, United Workmen and Free and Accepted Masons. The flag of the Young Men’s Republican Club was placed at halfmast in honor of his memory.

 

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THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Monday, 19 December 1887

 

            Died—Alford—At 7 A.M., December 16, Charles H. Alford, in the 39^th year of his age.

            Funeral services at his late residence, No., 2071 East Baltimore street, this Monday, at 2:30 P.M…. Interment private. (No flowers.)

 

Photo from Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, E. Hanson

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his mother, Mary A. Folger Alford; and sisters Helen Alford Smith and Myra H. Alford in this compilation.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.

            His lineage: Charles H. 1849 NY¹, Samuel M. 1823 CT², Nathaniel 1781 CT³, Jonathan 1745 CT⁴, Jonathan 1720 CT⁵, Jeremiah 1692 CT⁶, Jeremiah 1655 CT⁷, Benedict 1619 England⁸.

 

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CHARLES J. ALFORD

 

DENTON JOURNAL

Denton, Caroline Co., MD—Friday, 7 March 1914

 

            Mr. Charles J. Alford, aged sixty-two years, died at his home near Smithville, on Sunday morning, of Bright’s disease. The funeral was held at Bloomery [Caroline Co.] on Tuesday afternoon. Interment took place at Bloomery churchyard.

            He is survived by Mrs. Alford and one daughter, Mrs. George O’Day.

            Mr. Alford was a member of Bloomery M.E. Church….

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his wife, Arena Alford, in this compilation.

            Charles and his wife Arena are buried in Bloomery Cemetery, Federalsburg, Caroline Co., MD. Their gravestone monument is very worn and difficult to read. The dates on Charles’s memorial are 4 Feb 1851–1 March 1914.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.

            His lineage: Charles J. 1851 MD¹, William 1827 MD², Daniel 1799 MD³, Charles 1769 MD⁴.

 

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CHARLIE ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Monday, 22 August 1994

 

 

Photo from Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery, Owings Mills, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Miles M

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Charlie Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 30 Apr 1924, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituary of his wife, Betty Louise Jackson Alford, in this compilation.

            From SSACI: Charlie Alford, black, was born 30 Apr 1924 in Cerro Gordo, Columbus Co., NC, son of Ethel Alford.

            From North Carolina, Death Certificates (Ancestry): Ethel Robinson, black, was born 15 Oct 1905 in NC, daughter of Belton Alford and Lottie Brown. She died 6 Sept 1966 in Cerro Gordo, Columbus Co., NC. The informant was Charles Alford of Baltimore, MD.

            His lineage: Charlie 1924 NC¹, Ethel 1905 NC², Belton 1880 SC³, Owen 1847 NC. ⁴

 

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CHARLOTTE M. PINKNEY ALFORD

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Sunday, 9 March 1952

 

            On Saturday, March 8, 1952, Charlotte M. Alford of … Riverdale, Md., wife of Delis C. Alford, mother of Alton B., Edwin F., Woodrow W., Delis C. Alford, jr., and Ralph M. Alford; Mrs. Ethel A. Holliday, Mrs. Thelma A. Miller, Mrs. Olivia L. Hurd, Mrs. Ollie Dale Windsor, Mrs. Margaret E. Lipscomb, Blanche A. Jones; sister of Mrs. Florence Small.

            Services at Chambers Funeral Home, 5801 Cleveland ave., Riverdale, Md., on Tuesday, March 11, at 2 p.m. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery.

 

Photo from Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Prince George’s Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Stephen Decker

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Delis Collier Alford Sr.; and children Delis Collier Alford Jr., Ethel May Alford Holliday, Margaret Eleanor Alford Byron Jackson Lipscom, and Ollie Dale Alford Windsor in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son Edwin Franklin Alford Sr. in Florida Obituaries.

 

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CHELLA GUSTINE HALL ALFORD

Wife of William Curtis Alford Sr., AAFA #0675

Aunt of Lewis Edwin Alford, Jr., AAFA #0713

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Tuesday, 21 April 1998

 

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Chella H. Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 1 Sept 1904, last residence Baltimore, Baltimore Co., MD.

            See the obituaries of her husband, William Curtis Alford Sr., which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and son William Curtis Alford Jr. in this compilation.

 

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CLARA R. JACOBS ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Wednesday, 26 March 1919

 

            Alford—On March 24, 1919, Clara R., widow of, George C. Alford..

            Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services from her late residence, 2700 North Charles street, on Wednesday morning, at 11 o’clock. Interment private.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, George C. Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and son James Jacobs Alford in this compilation

            Her maiden name is from her Find A Grave memorial.

 

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CLARISSA ALVORD BRANDES VOWLER

 

STAR DEMOCRAT

Easton, Talbot Co., MD—Tuesday, 8 May 2012

 

 

OXFORD—Clarissa Alvord Vowler, a resident of Oxford, died on May 1, 2012, at the Memorial Hospital at Easton. She had a blood disorder.

            Rissa, as she was known, was born Oct. 25, 1928, in Olney, the second daughter of Elijah Smead Alvord and Gladys Brown Alvord. Her father was a partner in Littlefield, Alvord, a moving company whose offices and warehouses were located in Foggy Bottom, on the site where the Kennedy Center would be built. She graduated from Wilson High School in Washington, D.C., after the family had moved to Cleveland Park, and then attended what was then Mount Vernon College in the District.

            Her first marriage was to William Frederick Brandes, of Chevy Chase, a West Point graduate and career army officer. They enjoyed many far-flung assignments, including post-war Germany and later Kingston, Ontario, as well as in numerous posts in the United States.

            Rissa was a model for Saks 5th Avenue, then went on to be a successful real estate agent in Bethesda, working for many years for the W.C. and A.N. Miller company. Their last posting was to Nashville, Tenn., where Rissa again specialized in real estate, including working with the properties of country music stars.

            Her second marriage was to William Walcott Vowler, in 1986. He was the son of a rubber planter in Malaysia who forged a successful career working as a manager for many international companies in Hong Kong, England, and Australia. Bill and Rissa met at the Solgrave Club in Washington. For their honeymoon, they explored Australia in a RV, followed by a long trip through Southeast Asia. For several years, Rissa and Bill settled in a home in Somerset, England. But never remaining long in one place, they left for a two-year trip in another RV, driving through much of the U.S. and Canada. Oxford, Md., had always appealed to Rissa and they decided to set down roots there in 1999. Rissa was an avid bridge player and a volunteer at the Talbot Hospice.

            She is survived by her husband; two sons, Rick Brandes of Easton and John Brandes of Knoxville, Tenn.; three stepchildren, Timothy Vowler, Laurie MacLaren and Nicola Vowler Bennett-Baggs, of England; a granddaughter, Lauren Brandes, a medical student at Emory University in Atlanta; and three step-grandchildren, Sara Jane Bennett-Baggs, Christopher Bennett-Baggs, and Eilish MacLaren, all of England.

            A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Church of the Holy Trinity, 502 S. Morris St., Oxford….

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Clarissa A. Vowler (SS# issued in DC), last residence not listed.

            We included the obituaries of her parents, Elijah Smead Alvord III and Gladys Brown Alvord, in Florida Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.

            Her ALVORD lineage: Clarissa 1928 MD¹, Elijah Smead 1897 DC², Elijah Smead 1866 IN³, Elijah Smead 1809 MA⁴, Pliny 1781 MA⁵, Caleb 1751 MA⁶, Elijah 1719 MA⁷, John 1685 MA⁸, Thomas 1653 CT⁹, Alexander 1627 England¹⁰, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England¹¹.

 

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CLEO WILLIAMS ALFRED

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Sunday, 4 January 2009

 

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            Cleo Williams Alfred—On Thursday, December 25, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Romeo Alfred.

            She is survived by several nieces, nephews, four godchildren, several cousins, numerous friends that cared about her.

            Visitation will be held Monday, January 5 at Jones Memorial United Methodist Church, 4625 G St., S.E., from 10 a.m.; services to follow at 11 a.m…. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery. Services by Stewart.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Cleo Williams Alfred (SS# issued in FL) was born 27 Feb 1917, last residence not listed.

 

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DANIEL ALFORD, JR.

 

DENTON JOURNAL

Denton, Caroline Co., MD—Saturday, 13 September 1930

 

            Funeral services for Daniel Alford, 86, a retired farmer, who died at his home here Tuesday [September 9], were conducted at the home by the Rev. G.E. Leister, pastor of Christ Methodist Protestant Church. Burial was in Hillcrest cemetery.

            He is survived by his widow and the following children: Mrs. Howard Davis, Easton; Mrs. William White, Federalsburg, and Winfield Alford, of American Corner, near here.

 

Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Federalsburg, Caroline Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Dee H

 

AAFA NOTES: Daniel was the son of Daniel Alford and Catherine Camper.

            See the obituaries of his wife, Sarah Ellen Murphy Alford; children Lola Helen Alford White and Winfield Elmer “Winnie” Alford; and father Daniel Alford Sr. in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his children Charles Alford and Goldie E. Alford Davis in Delaware Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.

            His lineage: Daniel 1844 MD¹, Daniel 1799 MD², Charles 1769 MD³.

 

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DANIEL ALFORD, SR.

 

DENTON JOURNAL

Denton, Caroline Co., MD—Saturday, 19 April 1879

 

            Alford—At New Hope [Caroline Co.], in the Fifth District, on the 4^th inst, Daniel Alford aged 80 years.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his son Daniel Alford Jr. in this compilation.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.

            His lineage: Daniel 1799 MD¹, Charles 1769 MD².

 

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DEBORAH M. WILLS HALLFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Tuesday, 16 October 2001

 

            Deborah M. Hallford, wife of Douglas Stephen Hallford, died on October 14, 2001. She was the mother of Andrew James and Heather Michelle Hallford, daughter of William R. and Verna Wills, granddaughter of Mary F. Wills, and sister of William R. Wills, III.

            A memorial service was held on Thursday at South Columbia Baptist Church, 8814 Guilford Road, Columbia, Maryland.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Deborah M. Hallford (SS# issued in MD) was born 12 Aug 1964, last residence not listed.

 

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DELIS COLLIER ALFORD, JR.

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Thursday, 10 August 1978

 

            Alford, Delis Collier, of Colmar Manor, Md., on August 9, 1978, beloved husband of Helen M. Alford; father of Richard C. and Edward S. Alford and Brenda M. Jennings; brother of Alton, Edwin, Woodrow and Ralph Alford, Ethel Holliday, Thelma Miller, Olivia Hurd and Blanche Vaughn; grandfather of Beth Anne Jennings, Deena Lynn, Stacey Marie and Kristi Leigh Alford.

            Visitation at Chambers Funeral Home, 5801 Cleveland ave., Riverdale, Md. On Thursday, 7 to 9 p.m. and Friday, 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. with services on Saturday, August 12, at 1 p.m. Interment Trinity Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

 

 

Photo from Trinity Memorial Gardens, Waldorf, Charles Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Gdino

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Delis Alford (SS# issued in DC) was born 24 July 1917 and died _____ Aug 1978, last residence Brentwood, Prince Georges Co., MD.

            See the obituaries of his wife, Helen Marie Manco Alford; parents, Delis Collier Alford Sr. and Charlotte M. Pinkney Alford; and sisters Ethel May Alford Holliday, Margaret Eleanor Alford Byron Jackson Lipscomb, and Ollie Dale Alford Windsor in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Edwin Franklin Alford Sr. in Florida Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.

            His lineage: Delis Collier 1917 ID¹, Delis Collier 1880 MS², Jeptha Josephus 1854 MS³, Ira Payne 1822 MS⁴, Edwin Barksdale 1792 NC⁵, Jacob 1761 NC⁶, Julius 1717 VA⁷, James 1687 VA⁸, John 1645 VA⁹.

 

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DELIS COLLIER ALFORD, SR.

Brother of Claude Anding Alford, AAFA #0017

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Monday, 26 October 1970

 

            Alford, Delis C. Sr. of Hyattsville, Md., beloved husband of the late Charlotte M. Alford; father of Ethel A. Holliday, Thelma A. Miller, Olivia L. Hurd, Margaret E. Lipscomb, Blanche A. Vaughn, Alton A., Edwin F., Woodrow W., Ralph M. and Delis C. Alford Jr. He is also survived by three sisters, two brothers, forty-four grandchildren, ninety-five great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

            After 5 p.m. Sunday, friends may call at Cashe’s Funeral Home, 4739 Baltimore ave., Hyattsville, Md., where services will be held on Tuesday, October 27, 1970, at 2 p.m. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery.

 

Photo from Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Prince George’s Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Stephen Decker

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Delis C. Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 8 Nov 1880 and died 15 Oct 1970 [death date not included in obituary], last residence Hyattsville, Prince Georges Co., MD.

            See the obituaries of his wife, Charlotte M. Pinkney Alford; and children Delis Collier Alford Jr., Ethel May Alford Holliday, Margaret Eleanor Alford Byron Jackson Lipscomb, and Ollie Dale Alford Windsor, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his parents, Jeptha Josephus “Dock” Alford and Olevia Luminda Fortenberry Alford; and siblings Carrie Lee Alford Simmons, Claude Anding Alford, Effie Modena Alford Ball Smith, George Howard Alford Sr., Lillie Dale Alford Simmons Ellzey, Luther Alvin Alford, Thomas Cleveland Alford, and Yarborough S. Alford in Mississippi Obituaries; and of his son Edwin Franklin Alford Sr. in Florida Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.

            His lineage: Delis Collier 1880 MS¹, Jeptha Josephus 1854 MS², Ira Payne 1822 MS³, Edwin Barksdale 1792 NC⁴, Jacob 1761 NC⁵, Julius 1717 VA⁶, James 1687 VA⁷, John 1645 VA⁸.

 

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DIMPHENA ADRIANA ALFORD

 

CARROLL COUNTY TIMES

Westminster, Carroll Co., MD—Sunday, 13 July 2008

 

            Dimphena Adriana Alford, 75, of Sykesville died Friday, July 11, 2008, at Carroll Hospice Dove House.

            Born Feb. 13, 1933, in Woensdrecht, Netherlands, she was the daughter of the late Charles Hendrikus and Antonia Adriana Zuijdervelt deMoor. She was the wife of Robert Lee Alford.

            She had been a homemaker for many years. She enjoyed designing clothing. She had played in Barry Levinson’s movie “Avalon.” She had worked with the Smithsonian Institute in translating a Tobelo Dutch dictionary.

            Surviving, in addition to her husband, are daughters Marianne Kidd of Quinlan, Texas, and Rosemarie Miranda of Falling Waters, W.Va.; sister and brother-in-law Maria Hendrikus deMoor and Charles Alford of Centerville, Ohio; an aunt, Annie vanBroekhoven of the Netherlands; grandchildren Shawn and Antonio Power, Melanie Eaton, Joseph McClosky III and Alena Day; and 12 great-grandchildren.

            A memorial service will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday at Haight Funeral Home & Chapel, 6416 Sykesville Road, Sykesville, with the Rev. Ray Martin of St. John Catholic Church officiating. Interment will be private….

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Dimphena A. Alford (SS# issued in MT), last residence Sykesville, Carroll Co., MT.

 

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DONALD GORDON ALFORD

Brother of Richard Eugene Alford, AAFA #1168; and Janet Lee Alford Trockenbrot, AAFA #0585

 

CARROLL COUNTY TIMES

Westminster, Carroll Co., MD—Wednesday, 6 November 2019

 

            Donald Gordon Alford, 77 of Westminster, MD passed peacefully, Tuesday Nov. 5, 2019 at his home.

            Born July 6, 1942 in Havre de Grace [Harford Co.], MD he was the son of the late Leon and Hazel Denbow Alford. He was the husband of Leann Fay Crown Alford. Years ago, Donald worked for the State of Maryland as a Service Information Specialist. He was a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Westminster, the Redman Organization, V.F.W., and the Westminster American Legion. He was also a proud Veteran of the U.S. Army.

            Surviving in addition to his wife are siblings: Jimmy Alford and wife Barbara of West Virginia, and Janet Trockenbrot and husband Tim of Baltimore, MD, and sister-in-law: Jean Alford of VA.

            He was predeceased by brothers: Clifford and Dick Alford, and sister in law: Carolyn Alford.

            The family will receive friends at the Eckhardt Funeral Chapel, P.A., 3296 Charmil Dr., Manchester, MD on Thursday Nov. 7, 2019 from 7-9pm. where a funeral service will be held on Friday at 10am. Interment will follow in John Luther Miller Cemetery, Westminster, MD….

 

Photo from John Luther Miller Memorial Cemetery, Westminster, Carroll Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Carroll County Genealogy Society

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.

            See the obituary of his mother, Hazel Denbow Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his brothers Clifton Boyd Alford and Richard Eugene Alford in Virginia Obituaries; and of his sister Janet Lee Alford Trockenbrot in Pennsylvania Obituaries.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Joel Alford and Clarky B. Carroll.

            His lineage: Donald Gordon 1942 MD¹, Leon Berkley 1909 MD², John Thomas 1861 SC³, Joel 1842 SC⁴, Joel 1800 SC⁵.

 

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DONALD LEE ALFORD

 

Photo from Military Hall of Honor

 

MORNING HERALD

Hagerstown, Washington Co., MD—Tuesday, 20 April 2004

 

            LCDR Donald L. Alford SC, USN, of Hagerstown, Md., died Monday, April 19, 2004, at Washington County Hospital, Hagerstown.

            Born May 28, 1925, in Columbus, Ga., he was the son of the late C. Jason and Olga (Bagley) Alford.

            He was the husband of 28 years to June L. (Myers) Alford of Hagerstown.

            At the age of 15, Donald enlisted in the United States Navy in 1941, serving on the USS Enterprise during WWII, Korea and Vietnam. He retired in 1969 after 28 years with the rank of lieutenant commander. After leaving the military, Donald retired in 1986 from McCrory Restaurant, Valley Mall, Hagerstown, after 16 years of service.

            He was a member of Morris Frock Post 42 of the American Legion and both the national and local AARP. He also attended St. Anne Episcopal Church Smithsburg, Md.

            In addition to his wife, Donald is survived by one son, Donald W. Alford of Trenton, N.J.; two stepdaughters, Cindy E. Ecton and Vickie A. Eyler, both of Hagerstown, Md., one grandson, Sean D. Alford of Collinswood, N.J.; two stepgrandsons, Ronald E. Ecton of Ashburn, Va., and Brian M. Ecton of Baltimore, Md.; one stepgranddaughter, Christy K. Seibert of Downsville, Md., three stepgreat-grandchildren, Emily, Courtney and Kiran Myers, all of Downsville, Md.; one brother, Robert Walford [sic] of Georgetown, S.C.; and one sister, Lorena Queen of Fort Myers, Fla.

            Donald was preceded in death by one brother, C. Jason Alford.

            The funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 22, 2004, at the Gerald N. Minnich Funeral Home, Hagerstown.... Burial will be in Cedarlawn Memorial Gardens, Hagerstown. Full military honors shall be accorded....

 

 

Photos from Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, Hagerstown, Washington Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Jacqueline

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Donald L. Alford (SS# issued in GA), last residence Hagerstown, Washington Co., MD.

            See the obituaries of his first wife, Mary L. Suhroff Alford; and second wife, June Lorraine Myers Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Mary Lorena Alford Queen in Florida Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.

            His lineage: Donald Lee 1925 GA¹, Cyrel Jason 1898 GA², James Warren 1869 GA³, Leonidas F. 1844 GA⁴, Spire Warren 1816 GA⁵, Zaddock 1787 GA⁶, Julius 1750 NC⁷, Lodwick 1710 VA⁸, James 1687 VA⁹, John 1645 VA¹⁰.

 

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DOROTHY VIVIAN MICKENS ALFORD

 

March Funeral Homes

Baltimore, MD—_____ March 2016

 

 

            Dorothy Vivian Alford, daughter of the late Henry Mickens and Ethel Julia Grace Sorrell, was born on March 11, 1944 in Baltimore, Maryland. She was one of six children. She had three brothers; James, Daniel and Samuel and two sisters; Ethel and Lorraine.

            After a brave battle with a lengthy illness, she was granted her angel wings on May 15, 2016.

            She accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior early in life and was baptized at the First Apostolic Faith Church. She was a dedicated member of Christ Deliverance Baptist Church, serving as both a member of the Usher Board and a member of the Inspirational Choir. She received great satisfaction from serving in the church and was held in high regard by her church family. She imparted her Christian values and strong sense of faith to her children. Dorothy received her education at Southern High School in Baltimore City. She attended college at the Community College of Baltimore County. Although she worked in a number of fields, including food service at Turf Valley Country Club and several years at Proctor and Gamble, she discovered her talent for working with children early in life. She dedicated a large part of her career to working with children in the Baltimore City Public School System. She was employed as a teachers’ assistant at Glover Tillman Head Start and Rognel Heights Elementary School. Regardless the path she travelled, it always led her back to children. It was common knowledge that if a child had educational challenges, you should send them to Dotty. Her home and heart were frequently open to children within her family and neighborhood.

            One of Dorothy’s greatest pleasures in life was being a mother. She had five children; Audie, Renee, Arlisa, Lawanda and Nicole.

            On August 18, 1977, she married the late Oscar Alford, to whom she was married for 12 years.

            She was a devoted mother and wife, always prioritizing the needs of her family above her own. She was a constant presence in the lives of her children, never missing a school program or music recital. Her gentle smile, sense of humor, excellent cooking, green thumb, baby soft skin and “Dorothy-isms” brought so much joy to her family and friends.

            She leaves to celebrate her life: her “one and only son”, Audie Mickens; three daughters, Arlisa Mickens, Lawanda Williams and Nicole Jones; one sister, Ethel McCoy; two sons-in-law, Troy Williams and Trevoron Jones; one daughter-in-love, Evette Thompson-Carey; one sister-in-law, Mamie Mickens; one nephew, Donald Briscoe, whom she helped raise as her own; her caregiver, Denise Knight; eleven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

 

Photo from Cedar Hill Cemetery, Brooklyn Par, Anne Arundel Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Norman E. Milligan III

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.

            Dorothy was the second wife of Oscar Alford. We included the obituary of his first wife, Lena Mae Sturdivant Alford, in North Carolina Obituaries.

 

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DOUGLAS DUANE ALFORD

 

Photo from Raymond Funeral Service

 

MARYLAND INDEPENDENT

Waldorf, Charles Co., MD—Friday, 8 April 2016

 

            Douglas Duane Alford of Charlotte Hall, MD, formerly of Indian Head, died on April 2, 2016 at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home in Charlotte Hall. He was 73 years old.

            Born on May 10, 1942 in Washington, DC, son of the late Dorothy B. and the late Johnny A. Alford. Mr. Alford served in the U.S. Air Force until he was Honorary Discharged in 1965. He then worked with the Information Technology at the G.S.A. He enjoyed photography, fishing, playing golf, and being with his family, especially at the Sunday dinners.

            In addition to his parents, Mr. Alford was preceded in death by his sister Brenda A. Mills.

            He is survived by his niece Debra J. Burch and her husband Johnny; nephews Ellsworth “Skip” Mills III and Daniel O. Mills; brother-in-law Ellsworth Mills; great niece Sarah Lowery and her husband Justin; great nephews Keith and Chad Burch, Luke and Carter Mills; great great nephew Jayden Lowery.

            Service and interment will be private….

 

Photo from Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, Prince George’s Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, B. Felix

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.

 

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DOUGLAS JEROME HALFORD

 

JOURNAL SENTINEL

Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co., WI—Tuesday, 1 October 1996

 

            Halford, Douglas Jerome, age 70 of New Market, MD, died Thursday, September 26, at Frederick Memorial Hospital.

            He was the husband of Frances Louise Frye, whom he married October 24, 1964. His first wife Elaine Day Halford died January 19, 1964.

            Born August 17, 1926 in Milwaukee, WI, he was the son of the late Herrick Hampton and Margaret Elizabeth Gardner Halford. He was a member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, a member of the Philanthropic Lodge 168 A.F. & A. Masons of New Market. He was a 14th degree member of Frederick Lodge of Perfection and a 32nd degree member of the Chesapeake Consistory of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Free Masonry. He was a member of Ali Ghan Temple A.A.O.N.M. Shrine of Cumberland. Mr. Halford graduated from the Milwaukee Boys Technical High School and attended George Washington University. He served in World War II with the U.S. Marine Corps and during the Korean and Vietnam Wars as a Chief Petty Officer in the U.S. Navy.

            Surviving in addition to his wife are four daughters: JoAnn Peugh and husband Dighton of Rockville, Kathleen Lynn Roberts and husband Wayne of Columbia, MD, Sharon Lee Slepicka and husband Joseph of Annapolis, MD; Laura Jean Halford of Ellicott City, MD; a son James Jay Halford of Roanoke, VA; 14 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, two sisters Shirley Halford Thompson of Whitewater, WI and Patricia Halford Baumann of Milwaukee; and many nieces and nephews.

            Burial with military honors will begin at 1 PM Thursday, Oct. 3 in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA.

            Mr. Halford had many family and friends in the Milwaukee area….

 

 

Photos from Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Arlington Co., VA—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Katherine Gottshall

Two sides of same gravestone

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Douglas J. Halford (SS# issued in WI), last residence New Market, Frederick Co., MD.

            See the obituary of his first wife, Elaine Alma Day Halford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of his mother, Margaret Elizabeth Gardner Halford, in Wisconsin Obituaries.

            His HALFORD lineage: Douglas Jerome 1926 WI¹, Herrick Hampton 1903 IL², William Roy 1880 IL³, William Wilson 1823 TN⁴, James E. 1784 NC/SC⁵, John 1745 ??⁶.

 

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DOZIER B. ALFORD

 

March Funeral Homes

Baltimore, MD—_____ September 2009

 

 

April 16, 1933 - September 23, 2009

 

            Dozier B. Alford was born in Darlington, South Carolina to the late Henry Alford and Williemeter Alford. He was the eldest child of three nurtured in the values of a strong Christian upbringing. He had a great admiration for his siblings Henry Alford, who preceded him in death, and Sadie Bowman who he always spoke so proudly of.

            Dozier suddenly passed into eternal rest Wednesday, September 23, 2009.

            He was united in holy matrimony to the late Wilma (Sue) L. Goodson on December 17, 1955. From this union, they were blessed with five loving children: Deborah, Sandra, Elvis, Melvin, and Doreen and also assisted in raising one niece, Ravenell Wyatt, whom he loved dearly.

            Dozier received his education through the Darlington, SC public school system and graduated from Mayo High School in 1952. Upon completion of high school, Dozier was drafted into the U.S. Army where he was stationed in Germany. After receiving an honorable discharge in 1955, Dozier returned to Darlington, SC and shortly thereafter moved to Baltimore, Maryland. Dozier was employed the National Gypsum Company from 1955 to 1995 upon retirement. He was also a part-time employee of Yellow Cab Company from 1962 to 1986. He loved driving his cab because it gave him the opportunity to meet different people and communicate about a variety of topics.

            Dozier began his Christian walk with God at an early age where he was baptized at Cherry Grove Baptist Church in Darlington, SC. On July 20, 2000 he rededicated his life to Christ and became a disciple of Zion Baptist Church in Baltimore, MD under the leadership of Pastor Marshall F. Prentice.

            To know Dozier was to love his enormous, willing, and giving spirit. His infectious personality drew his family and friends closer. Dozier was a family man who loved and cherished spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He also enjoyed the long telephone conversations and visits with his sister Sadie along with other family members and friends. Dozier always stressed the importance of getting an education and sticking together as a family. He enjoyed family outings, dinners, dancing, traveling, and listening to baseball games on television with his son Elvis. He always spoke how Elvis was his eyes and how he would tell him play by play what was happening on the screen. He truly enjoyed his daily walks with his son and spoke how much they laughed and talked while they were walking. Dozier was a God-fearing man whose faith never withered and he will truly be missed.

            He leaves to cherish his memory: 4 loving children, Deborah Alford of Richmond, Virginia, Sandra Kelly, Elvis Alford, and Doreen Alford all of Baltimore, Md; Niece Ravenell Wyatt of Sacramento, California; 1 son-in-law, Lestrae Kelly of Baltimore, Md; 1 sister, Sadie Mae Bowman of Brooklyn, New York; 1 brother, Henry Alford who preceded him in death; 5 grandchildren, Shequia, Danielle, Brandon, Taryn, and Jasmine; 8 great-grandchildren, Parrish, Keefe, Ge’Kiara, Terek, Destiny, Christian, Kristopher, and London; his loving wife Wilma (Sue) Alford and son Melvin Alford both preceded him in death. A host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

 

In another article:

 

BALTIMORE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Sunday, 27 September 2009

 

            On September 23, 2009, Dozier B. Alford. Friends may visit at the family owned March Funeral Home East, 1101 E. North Avenue on Wednesday after 8:30 A.M. The family will receive friends at Zion Baptist Church, 1700 N. Caroline Street on Thursday at 10:30 A.M. Funeral Services will follow at 11:00 A.M.

 

Photo from Crownsville Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, Anne Arundel Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Michael Minnich

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Dozier B. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 26 Apr 1933 [different than gravestone], last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituary of his wife, Wilma Louise “Sue” Goodson Alford, in this compilation.

 

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EDITH BELLE ALFORD ROSS GILLESPIE

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Thursday, 6 September 1984

 

 

In another article, same source:

 

 

 

Photos from Druid Ridge Cemetery, Pikesville, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, fewest

The gravestone next to Edith’s is her second husband, Herbert B. Gillespie, 1905–1993.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Edith Gillespie (SS# issued in MD) was born 10 Nov 1912 and died _____ Sept 19854, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituaries of her parents, Gilbert Haven Alford and Edith Belle Hollingsworth Alford; and brother Gilbert Hollingsworth Alford in this compilation.

            Her lineage: Edith Belle 1912 MD¹, Gilbert Haven 1882 MD², Samuel Morgan 1852 MD³, James E. 1823 MD⁴, John 1800 MD⁵.

 

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EDITH BELLE HOLLINGSWORTH ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Thursday, 5 December 1912

 

            Died—Alford—On December 2, 1912, at 8:45 P.M. at her residence, No 3400 West North avenue, Edith Hollingsworth, beloved wife of Dr. Gilbert H. Alford

            Funeral from the above residence this Thursday, December 5, at 10 A.M. Interment in Druid Ridge Cemetery.

 

Photo from Druid Ridge Cemetery, Pikesville, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, fewest

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Gilbert Haven Alford; and children Edith Belle Alford Ross Gillespie and Gilbert Hollingsworth Alford in this compilation.

 

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EDITH HUFF ALFORD LILLY

 

CARROLL COUNTY TIMES

Westminster, Carroll Co., MD—3 September 2010

 

 

            Edith Lilly, 100, of Finksburg, died Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010, at Carroll Hospital Center.

            She was born Nov. 15, 1909, in Preston County, West Virginia. Twice married, she was the wife of the late Dayton Alford and Whitley Lilly. She was a homemaker and enjoyed gardening, ceramics, crocheting and quilting.

            Surviving are children Mary Helen Sherman, of Maine, and Willie Raymond and Catherine Alford, of Finksburg; grandchildren Linda Sherman, of Maine, David and Barbara Sherman, and Michael and Lisa Sherman, all of Massachusetts, Catherine and John Clagett, of Hampstead, Sandra Rill, of Easton, Geralyn and Joe Schmidt, of Hanover, Pa., Willie and Darlene Alford Jr., of Westminster, Dayton and Mary Kay Alford, of Pikesville, Stuart and Marcia Alford, of Hampstead, and Brian and Lisa Alford, of Manchester; 33 great-grandchildren; and numerous great-great-grandchildren.

            She was predeceased by a son, Charles Morgan Alford; a sister, Nona Stutler; a brother, Ralph Huff; a granddaughter, Debbie Alford; and a son-in-law, “Reds” Sherman.

            A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. today at the funeral home…. Interment will be in Evergreen Memorial Gardens in Finksburg…. Online condolences may be made at www.prittsfuneralhome.com....

 

 

Photos from Evergreen Memorial Gardens, Finksburg, Carroll Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Noel Rose

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Edith Lilly (SS# issued in WV), last residence Finksburg, Carroll Co., MD.

            See the obituary of her son Willie Raymond Alford in this compilation.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Descendants of ‘Irish’ John Alford.

            Her husband’s lineage: William Dayton 1896 WV¹, James Harvey 1871 WV², James H. 1842 VA³, James 1812 VA⁴, Thomas 1757 Ireland⁵, John 1735 Ireland⁶.

 

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EDWARD THOMAS WHITE ALFORD

 

EVENING SUN

Baltimore, MD—Saturday, 27 January 1968

 

 

Photo from Lorraine Park Cemetery, Woodlawn, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, KDorsey

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Edward Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 24 Oct 1877 and died _____ Jan 1968), last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituaries of his wife, Margaret Virginia Addison Alford; son William E. Alford; parents, William E. Alford and Sarah Eliza White Alford; and siblings Martha Alford Dew and William Stanley Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his daughter Gertrude Virginia Alford in New York Obituaries.

            His full name is listed on the 1940 census, Catonsville, Baltimore Co., MD. He is age 61, an electrical appliance salesman.

            Marriage license:

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Wednesday, 6 December 1905

 

 

            His lineage: Edward Thomas White 1877 MD¹, William E. 1854 MD², James E. 1823 MD³, John 1800 MD⁴.

 

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EFFIE B. ALFORD

 

DAILY TIMES

Salisbury, Wicomico Co., MD—Sunday, 24 March 1968

 

FEDERALSBURG—Funeral services for Miss Effie Alford, 80, of Federalsburg, will be held here Monday at 2 p.m. in the Framptom Funeral Home.

            Born in Caroline County and a resident of the Federalsburg area most of her life, Miss Alford died Friday in the House-in-the-Pines Nursing Home, Easton. She had been a patient for about three weeks.

            The Rev. Conrad Cohen, pastor of Christ Methodist Church here, will officiate. Interment will be in Hillcrest Cemetery.

            Several nieces and nephews are her only survivors….

 

Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Federalsburg, Caroline Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Dee H

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Effie Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 1 Oct 1887 and died _____ March 1968, last residence Federalsburg, Caroline Co., MD.

            See the obituaries of her parents, William Allen Alford and Elizabeth E. Noble Alford; and siblings Leon Allen Alford, Oscar Alford, William Howard Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Lacy Norman Alford in Delaware Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.

            Her lineage: Effie B. 1887 MD¹, William Allen 1855 MD², William 1827 MD³, Daniel 1799 MD⁴, Charles 1769 MD⁵.

 

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ELAINE ALMA DAY HALFORD

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Tuesday, 21 January 1964

 

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Douglas Jerome Halford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.

 

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ELEANORA PINNER ALFORD

 

DAILY PRESS

Newport News, VA—Thursday, 9 March 1972

 

 

Photo from Campbell’s Chapel AME Church, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, brian burns

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

 

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ELIHU ALFORD, SR.

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Sunday, 6 March 2005

 

 

Photo from Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery, Owings Mills, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Miles M

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Elihu Alford (SS# issued in MS) was born 11 Aug 1929, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituary of his wife, Hazel V. Alford, in this compilation.

            From SSACI: Elihu Alford, black, was born 11 Aug 1929 in Holly Springs, Marshall Co., MS, son of James Alford and Maria Stockard.

 

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ELIZABETH DELORES ALFORD

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Sunday, 8 March 2015

 

            On Tuesday. February 24, 2015, Elizabeth D. Alford, of Silver Spring, MD.

            Beloved wife of the late James Alford, Jr.; mother of Charles, Tyrone and Janet. Also survived by three grandchildren, several great grandchildren, one sister Marion Jackson, three sisters-in-law Vivian, Elaine, and Dorothy Curry and a host of relative and friends.

            Relatives and friends may call at Israel Metropolitan CME Church located at 557 Randolph St., NW, Washington, DC on Wednesday March 11, from 9 to 10 a.m. with funeral services immediately following at 10 a.m.

            Graveside Service and Interment Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

 

 

Photos from Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Arlington Co., VA—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Robert Dogan

Two sides of same gravestone

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.

 

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ELIZABETH ANN ALFORD MILES

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Saturday, 8 December 1894

 

            Miles—Thursday, December 6, 1894, at 1:40 P.M., at her late residence, No. 212 North Broadway, Elizabeth Alford, widow of the late Isaac H. Miles, and daughter of the late Benjamin and Martha Pugh Alford, of Portsmouth, Va….

            Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services, at the above residence, on Monday Afternoon, at four o’clock. Interment at Norfolk, Va., on Tuesday morning.

 

Photo from Elmwood Cemetery, Norfolk, VA—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, SWF

 

AAFA NOTES: We included the obituaries of her sister Rebecca Francis Alford Doxey Preston; half-brother Francis Marion “Frank” Alford in Virginia Obituaries.

            The death date on her gravestone is incorrect.

            Elizabeth was the daughter of Benjamin Ward Alford and his first wife, Martha Pugh Cherry Alford.

            From Virginia, Compiled Marriages (Ancestry): Benjamin W. Alford married Mrs. Martha Cherry on 29 Apr 1809 in Norfolk, VA.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.

            Her lineage: Elizabeth Ann 1810 VA¹, Benjamin Ward 1790 NC², Warren 17?? NC³, Lodwick 1710 VA⁴, James 1687 VA⁵, John 1645 VA⁶.

 

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ELIZABETH E. NOBLE ALFORD

 

SALISBURY TIMES

Salisbury, Wicomico Co., MD—Tuesday, 26 November 1940

 

 

Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Federalsburg, Caroline Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Dee H

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, William Allen Alford; and children Effie B. Alford, Leon Allen Alford, Oscar Alford, and William Howard Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son Lacy Norman Alford in Delaware Obituaries.

 

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ELLA N. ALFORD DUNBRACCO

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Sunday, 27 October 1932

 

            On October 24, 1932, Ella Alford, beloved wife of Dr. W.W. Dunbracco and daughter of the late James E. and Mary Jane Alford.

            Funeral services will be held at her home, Apartment K-1 Homewood apartments, on Thursday at 11 A.M. Interment in Loudon Park Cemetery.

 

Photo from Loudon Park Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Kim Talbott

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, James E. Alford and Mary Jane Edmundson Alford; and brothers Frank T. Alford, George C. Alford, Samuel Morgan Alford, and William E. Alford in this compilation.

            Her lineage: Ella N. MD 1865¹, James E. 1823 MD², John 1800 MD³.

 

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EMILY L. ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Monday, 30 April 1900

 

DIED

 

            Alford—On April 29, of pneumonia, Emily L., beloved wife of James E. Alford.

            Relatives and friends are invited to the services at her late residence, No., 1429 North Central avenue, on Tuesday afternoon, at 2:30 o’clock, thence to Beulah Meeting House. Lexington and Pulsaki streets. Interment in Greenmount Cemetery.

 

Photo from Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Kyle Kendrick

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, James E. Alford, in this compilation. He was probably her second husband.

            Her date of birth on her very worn gravestone appears to be August _____, 1814.

 

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ETHEL F. HOLFORD

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Sunday, 9 February 2003

 

HYATTSVILLE [Prince George’s Co.], MD—Ethel F. Holford passed away on Friday, February 7, 2003. Services were held on Tuesday, February 11 at Gasch’s Funeral Home in Hyattsville. Interment followed in Fort Lincoln Cemetery.

            Surviving are her children Arline Stevens, Jeanne Cairns, and Robert A. Holford.

            Her husband, Paul F. Holford, preceded her in death.

 

Photo from Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Prince George’s Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Taken by Find A Grave photographer Anonymous

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ethel F. Holford (SS# issued in DC) was born 19 July 1916, last residence Hyattsville, Prince George’s Co., MD.

 

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ETHEL MAY ALFORD HOLLIDAY

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Saturday, 28 February 1981

 

            On Wednesday, February 25, 1981, Ethel A. Holliday of Silver Spring, Md., wife of the late Jack Holliday; mother of the late Jack M. Holliday; sister of Olivia L. Hurd, Blanche Vaughn, Alton B., Edwin, Woodrow and Ralph Alfred [sic: Alford] and the late Thelma Miller, Margaret Lipscomb, Ollie Dale Windsor and Delis C. Alfred, Jr.

            Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University blvd. W., Silver Spring, Md…. Funeral service at Ascension Episbopal Church, 603 Silver Spring ave., Silver Spring, Md. On Monday, March 2, at 11:45 a.m.

            Interment Arlington National Cemetery….

 

 

Photos from Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Arlington Co., VA—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, David McInturff

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ethel Holliday (SS# issued in MD) was born 16 Sept 1904 and died _____ Feb 1981, last residence not listed.

            See the obituaries of her parents, Delis Collier Alford Sr. and Charlotte M. Pinkney Alford; and siblings Delis Collier Alford Jr., Margaret Eleanor Alford Byron Jackson Lipscomb, and Ollie Dale Alford Windsor in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Edwin Franklin Alford Sr. in Florida Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.

            Her lineage: Ethel May 1904 DC¹, Delis Collier 1880 MS², Jeptha Josephus 1854 MS³, Ira Payne 1822 MS⁴, Edwin Barksdale 1792 NC⁵, Jacob 1761 NC⁶, Julius 1717 VA⁷, James 1687 VA⁸, John 1645 VA⁹.

 

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EVELYN BEATRICE ALFORD BOLDING

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—21 August 2007

 

            Evelyn B. Bolding—Peacefully on August 15, 2007 at Southern Maryland Hospital.

            Beloved wife of Clarence J. Bolding Sr.; loving mother of Clarence J. Jr, and Jeffrey S. Bolding. Also survived by her sister, Bernice Smith; her brothers, Charles, Thomas, Genie, Leon, and Joseph Alford; devoted brother-in-law, Thomas Bolding; and other relatives and friends.

            On Wednesday, August 22 friends may visit with the family from 10 a.m. until time of funeral services 11 a.m. at Kelsey Temple Church of God in Christ, 1435 Bishop Kelsey Way, NW. Interment Washington National Cemetery….

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Evelyn B. Bolding (SS# issued in DC) was born 11 Feb 1926, last residence Washington, DC.

            See the obituaries of her father, Horace Alford Sr.; and brothers Horace Alford Jr. and Rufus L. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her mother, Della M. Slade Alford, in District of Columbia Obituaries; of her sister Sadie Belle Alford James Thompson in Oregon Obituaries; and of her sister Bernice Alford Smith in Georgia Obituaries.

            From SSACI: Evelyn Beatrice Alford Bolding, black, was born 11 Feb 1926 in Johnstown, PA, daughter of Horace Alford and Della M. Slade.

            Her lineage: Evelyn Beatrice 1926 PA¹, Horace 1896 NC², Burrell 1869 NC³.

 

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FLORENCE COATS ALFORD

 

[She died in Tennessee, but we are including her obituary here because Maryland was her home.]

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Friday, 13 May 1966

 

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Florence Alford (SS# issued in DC) was born 30 Apr 1893 and died _____ May 1966, last residence Silver Spring, Montgomery Co., MD.

            We included the obituary of her husband, Leon Earl Alford, in District of Columbia Obituaries.

 

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FRANCES MARGARET ALFORD BERGER

 

January 20, 1932 ~ March 24, 2011 (age 79)

Photo from Bruzdzinski Funeral Home

 

BALTIMORE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Friday, 25 March 2011

 

            Berger, Frances Margaret On March 24, 2011, VFW life long member, Frances Margaret Berger , beloved wife of the late George Wilson Berger; dear sister-in-law of Eleanor Alford, Dorothy Crumbacker and Margaret Alford; also survived by many other relatives and friends.

            Funeral from the Bruzdzinski Funeral Home, P.A., 1407 Old Eastern Avenue, Essex at Route 702 (Beltway Exit 36), on Monday, 9:30 AM. Mass of Christian burial in Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, 10003 Bird River Road, Middle River, Maryland 21220, Monday, 10 AM. Interment Holly Hill Memorial Gardens….

 

 

Photos from Holly Hill Memorial Gardens, Middle River, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Lynne Shue

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Frances M. Berger (SS# issued in MD) was born 20 Jan 1932, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituaries of her parents, William Stanley Alford and Harriet Virginia “Hattie” Cornthwaite Alford; and brothers John Vernon Alford Sr., Robert Fulton Alford, and Thomas H. Alford in this compilation.

            Her lineage, from Family Trees at Ancestry: Frances Margaret 1932 MD¹, William Stanley 1885 MD², William E. 1854 MD³, James E. 1823 MD⁴, John 1800 MD⁵.

 

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FRANK T. ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Sunday, 10 December 1916

 

            Died—Alford—On December 8, 1916, Frank T., son of the late James E. and Mary Jane Alford.

            The relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from his late residence, No. 506 Rossiter avenue _____ this Sunday, December 10 at 2:30 P.M. Interment (private) in Greenmount Cemetery.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, James E. Alford and Mary Jane Edmundson Alford; and siblings Ella N. Alford Dunbracco, George C. Alford, Samuel Morgan Alford, and William E. Alford in this compilation.

            Frank is buried in Greenmount Cemetery, Baltimore, MD, but he has no grave marker.

            His lineage: Frank T. 1857 MD¹, James E. 1823 MD², John 1800 MD³.

 

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FREDDIE MAE THOMAS ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Saturday, 4 March 2000

 

            Freddie Mae Alford, 58, school aide, church activist Freddie Mae Alford, a former school aide who was active in the affairs of New Friendship Baptist Church, died Friday of breast cancer at her Northeast Baltimore residence. She was 58. Because of ill health, Mrs. Alford retired in 1998 from Winston Middle School, where she had been an aide for several years. Earlier, she was an aide at Fairmont-Harford High School in Northeast Baltimore.

            The former Freddie Mae Thomas was born in Baltimore, the daughter of the Rev. Isaac Thomas, who founded New Friendship Baptist Church in the 1930s. She was a 1960 graduate of Dunbar High School. At New Friendship, she was a Sunday school and vacation Bible school teacher, a youth adviser and president of the Pastor’s Aide Ministry.

            She played piano for the church’s young adult choir, gospel chorus, male chorus and mass choir. She also played for and was a member of the Serenity Gospel Singers and Gospel Revellettes. She was a longtime member of the Maryland Baptist Convention Choir and was a founding member and president of the Hallelujah Choral Ensemble and a founder of the Fellowship of Love Choir.

            Her marriage to Clyde Alford ended in divorce.

            Services for Mrs. Alford were held Thursday at New Friendship Baptist Church in the 1500 block of E. Eager St.

            She is survived by two sisters, Lettie Marie Thomas of Glen Burnie and the Rev. Cynthia V. Brooks of Catonsville; and many nephews and nieces.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Freddie M. Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 22 Oct 1941 and died 25 Feb 2000, last residence Baltimore, MD.

 

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FREDERICK THOMAS HALFORD, SR.

 

AVENUE NEWS

Essex, Baltimore Co., MD—Monday, 2 March 2015

 

            On Sunday, March 1, 2015 Frederick Thomas Halford Sr.; beloved husband of the late Joanne Halford (Nee Kaminski); loving father of Janice A. Herring and Frederick T. Halford Jr.; cherished grandfather of Krysten Nelson and Katerina Sotirokos and great grandfather of William T. Grant and Colt J. Nelson; dear brother of Rella Mae Short, Robert Kennedy, Lillian Munster and the late Edward Kennedy. Also survived by special companion Kitty Ellis.

            Friends may call at the family owned Bruzdzinski Funeral Home P.A., 1407 Old Eastern Ave., Essex, on Tuesday, March 3, from 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service Wednesday, March 4, at 1 p.m.

            Interment at Holly Hill Memorial Gardens.

 

Photo from Holly Hill Memorial Gardens, Middle River, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Lynne Shue

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.

            In 1940, Cantonsville, Baltimore Co., MD, Frederick Halford, age 3, is living with his mother Ruth Halford 20 and sister Rella 2. They are in the household of Ruth’s brother-in-law William Kennedy 43 widowed, and his children Robert 19, Kenneth 12, and Betty 11. All were born in MD. Ruth’s marital status is M, crossed out.

 

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GARY MCNEILL ALFORD

 

Colvin Funeral Home

Fayetteville, Cumberland Co., NC—_____ October 2015

 

February 22, 1963 - October 6, 2015

 

            Mr. Gary McNeill Alford, 52, of Oxon Hill, MD passed away on Tuesday October 6, 2015 at his residence….

            Northside Cemetery, Fayetteville, NC.

 

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FAYETTEVILLE OBSERVER

Fayetteville, Cumberland Co., NC—Friday, 30 October 2015

 

OXON HILL [Prince Georges Co.], Md.—Mr. Gary McNeill Alford, 52, of Oxon Hill, died Tuesday, October 6, 2015. Funeral: Saturday, 3 p.m., Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory, Fayetteville, N.C. Visitation: Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory, Friday, 4–6 p.m. Burial: Northside Cemetery.

 

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Jenkins Funeral Homes

Hyattsville, Prince George’s Co., MD—_____October 2015

 

Gary F. Alford

Born: February 22, 1963

Died: October 06, 2015

 

            Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2015, at J.B. Jenkins Funeral Home Chapel, 7474 Landover Road, Hyattsville, Maryland, at 6PM. Service at 7PM.

            Interment will be held in Fayetteville, North Carolina, at a later date. Arrangements by J.B. Jenkins Funeral Home, Inc.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.

 

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GEORGE C. ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Wednesday, 29 April 1885

 

            Alford—On April 27, 1885, George C. Alford, in the 37^th year of his age.

            The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his funeral, from his late residence, No. _____ North Gilmore street, this (Wednesday) afternoon, 29^th instant, at three o’clock. (No flowers.)

 

Photo from Loudon Park Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, ron baublitz

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Clara R. Jacobs Alford; son James Jacobs Alford; parents, James E. Alford and Mary Jane Edmundson Alford; and siblings Ella N. Alford Dunbracco, Frank T. Alford, Samuel Morgan Alford, and William E. Alford in this compilation.

            His lineage: George C. 1848 MD¹, James E. 1823 MD², John 1800 MD³.

 

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GEORGE DENNIS ALFORD

 

FAYETTEVILLE OBSERVER

Fayetteville, Cumberland Co., NC—Saturday, 8 October 2005

 

BALTIMORE—George Dennis Alford, 68, of 2114 Clifton Ave., formerly of Benson [Johnston Co.], N.C., died Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005.

            Mr. Alford was a Navy veteran.

            Services: Funeral, 1 p.m. today in St. James Disciples of Christ Church in Benson. Burial in Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery in Spring Lake, N.C. Dafford Funeral Home of Dunn, N.C....

            Survived by: Wife, Annie; son, George; daughters, Anita Fena and Christa Bennett; 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

 

Photo from Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery, Spring Lake, Cumberland Co., NC—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, W. H. Higgs

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that George D. Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 26 March 1937, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            We included the obituaries of his wife, Annie Lois Merritt Alford; and mother, Lena Mae Sturdivant Alford, in North Carolina Obituaries.

 

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GILBERT HAVEN ALFORD

 

Senior photo, 1903 yearbook, The College Annual x’03, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Friday, 6 February 1931

 

 

 

Photos from Druid Ridge Cemetery, Pikesville, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, fewest

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his first wife, Edith Belle Hollingsworth Alford; second wife, Ida Florence Stieff Alford Tamplin; children Edith Belle Alford Ross Gillespie and Gilbert Hollingsworth Alford; parents, Samuel Morgan Alford and Willanna Pierce Alford; and sisters Laura L. Alford and Mary Jane Alford Haslup in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Willanna Pierce Alford Tucker in Virginia Obituaries.

            On Gilbert Haven Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is a dentist, age 35, born 27 Sept 1882. He is living in Roland Park, MD, with his wife, Ida S. Alford.

 

            First marriage announcement:

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Friday, 12 April 1907

 

            Miss Edith Bell Hollingsworth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Hollingsworth, of Walbrook [a Baltimore neighborhood], was married to Dr. Gilbert Haven Alford, son of Rev. S.M. Alford, Wednesday evening at the home of the bride’s parents, North avenue and Twelfth street….

            The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr. Alford, father of the bridegroom, and Rev. William Harris, pastor of Greenmount Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church….

            The bridesmaids were Misses Annie Norris, of Baltimore county; M. Virginia Hess, Laura L. Alford and M. Jane Alford, sisters of the groom…. The ushers were Messrs. John Buckingham, Joe Christhill and Morris Wilson and Dr. Emory W. Crowe….

            After an extended tour North Doctor and Mrs. Alford will reside at 3400 West North avenue.

 

            Second marriage announcement:

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Friday, 10 April 1914

 

 

            His lineage: Gilbert Haven 1882 MD¹, Samuel Morgan 1852 MD², James E. 1823 MD³, John 1800 MD⁴.

 

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GILBERT HOLLINGSWORTH ALFORD

 

EVENING SUN

Baltimore, MD—Friday, 8 July 1983

 

 

Photo from Druid Ridge Cemetery, Pikesville, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, ron baublitz

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Gilbert H. Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 11 May 1909 and died _____ July 1983, last residence Lutherville-Timonium, Baltimore Co., MD.

            See the obituaries of his wife, Kathryn A. Adams Alford; daughter Kathryn Hollingsworth “Kitty” Alford Connor; parents, Gilbert Haven Alford and Edith Belle Hollingsworth Alford; and sister Edith Belle Alford Ross Gillespie in this compilation.

            On Gilbert Hollingsworth Alford’s 1940 WWII Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 31 born 11 May 1909 in Baltimore, MD. His wife is Kathryn Adams Alford.

            His lineage: Gilbert Hollingsworth 1909 MD¹, Gilbert Haven 1882 MD², Samuel Morgan 1852 MD³, James E. 1823 MD⁴, John 1800 MD⁵.

 

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GLADYS WINGATE ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Friday, 4 August 2000

 

            Gladys Alford, devoted wife of the late Kizer Alford, died on August 1, 2000. Services were held on Sunday at the St. Paul Baptist Church. Interment was at Arbutus Memorial Park.

            Survivors include her children Gloria Knox, Betty Tyson, Delores Mobley, Helen Alford, and Kizer Alford, Jr., step-daughter Gertie Kennedy of New York; 18 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives and friends.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Gladys W. Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 3 Sept 1925, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituaries of her husband, Kizer Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and daughter Betty Lee Alford Tyson in this compilation.

 

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GRACE D. HOUCHENS ALFORD

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Sunday, 4 June 2000

 

RIVERDALE, MD—Grace D. Houchens Alford passed away on Thursday, June 1, 2000. She was the beloved wife of the late Ralph M. Alford, Sr.; mother of Ralph M. “Marty” Alford and wife, Vicky, Kenneth A. Alford and wife, Holly, and Barry J. Alford; sister of Pearl Hobson, Eunice Jenkins, Carroll, Richard, and Thomas Houchens; grandmother of Jennifer Jane, Deena Joy, and Kenneth R.M. Alford.

            Services were held on June 6 at Gasch’s Funeral Home, 4739 Baltimore Avenue, Hyattsville, Maryland. Interment was at Fort Lincoln Cemetery.

 

 

Photo from Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Prince George’s Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Stephen Decker

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Grace D. Alford (SS# issued in DC) was born 20 Nov 1927, last residence Riverdale, Prince George’s Co., MD.

            She shares a gravestone with her husband, Ralph Martin Alford Sr., 1923–1988.

 

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GRACE E. ALFORD EWING

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Saturday, 7 April 1962

 

 

Photo from Meadowridge Memorial Park, Elkridge, Howard Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Kim

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

            We included the obituaries of her parents, James Alexander Alford and Louisa Walters Alford; and siblings Hester Bell Alford, Lula V. Alford, Mollie F. Alford, and Odie Theodore Alford in Virginia Obituaries; of her sister Nannie Lee Alford Ellinger in South Carolina Obituaries; of her brother Paul David Alford in Ohio Obituaries; and of her brother William Andrew Alford in West Virginia Obituaries.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Robert Alford 1828–1888 Virginia.

            Her lineage: Grace E. 1892 VA¹, James Alexander 1850 VA², Robert 1828 VA³.

 

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GRACE NINA CARTER ALFORD

Mother of Henry George Alford, AAFA #0057

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Wednesday, 16 May 1990

Included in AAFA ACTION, June 1992

 

            Alford: On May 14, 1990 Grace Nina (nee Carter), of Brooklyn Park [Anne Arundel Co., MD], beloved wife of Albert S. Alford, devoted mother of Henry George Alford, beloved grandmother of Patrick Henry Alford.

            Graveside Services will be held at Crownsville Veterans Cemetery on Wednesday at 11 A.M. Family will receive friends at the McCully Funeral Home of Brooklyn Park, 237 East Patapsco Avenue on Tuesday, 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M.

 

Photo from Crownsville Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, Anne Arundel Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Michael Minnich

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that G.N. Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 10 April 1920, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            We included the obituary of her husband’s father, Henry Emmitt Alford, in Georgia Obituaries.

            Grace was born in Philadelphia, PA. She lived most of her life in Baltimore. She served in the WAC during WWII, where she met her husband, Albert Stevenson Alford, at Camp Shoals, NC. They were married after the war on 13 Oct 1945.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.

            Her husband’s lineage: Albert Stevenson 1911 GA¹, Henry Emmitt 1883 GA², Leonidas F. 1844 GA³, Spire Warren 1816 GA⁴, Zaddock 1787 GA⁵, Julius 1750 NC⁶, Lodwick 1710 VA⁷, James 1687 VA⁸, John 1645 VA⁹.

 

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HARRIET VIRGINIA “HATTIE” CORNTHWAITE ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Monday, 14 June 1971

 

            Alford—On June 12, 1971, Harriet V. (nee Cornthwaite), beloved wife of the late William S. Alford and loving mother of Messrs. William S. Jr., John V., Robert F., Albert E., Thomas H. Alford, Mrs. Frances M. Berger and the late Dorothy V. Alford, and devoted sister of Mr. Robert H. Cornthwaite and Mrs. Mary Freeburger. Also survived by 16 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

            Christian Wake Service at the Joseph N. Zannino Funeral Home, 257-63 South Conkling street (at Gough) on Tuesday at 8 P.M. Services on Wednesday morning at 9. Interment Fork Methodist Cemetery….

 

Photo from Fork United Methodist Church Cemetery, Fork, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Charles Herr

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Hattie Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 27 Apr 1888 and died _____ June 1971, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituaries of her husband, William Stanley Alford; and children Frances Margaret Alford Berger, John Vernon Alford Sr.; Robert Fulton Alford, and Thomas H. Alford in this compilation.

 

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HARRY J. ALFRED, JR.

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Tuesday, 10 August 2010

 

            On Wednesday, August 3, 2010, Harry Alfred Jr. of Temple Hills, Maryland.

            Spouse of Shirley Alfred; loving father of Gypsy R. Ingram, Tanza M., Kenith G. (YoungAe) Patrick K. (Lisa), Lynn R. and Maury S.B. Alfred. Also survived by two brothers, James and Lonnie Alfred; nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, many other relatives and friends.

            Family will receive friends on Thursday, August 12, 2010 at Ebenezer A.M.E. Church, 7806 Allentown Road, Ft. Washington, MD between 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Funeral service follows at 11 a.m. Interment Arlington National Cemetery. www.wisemanfuneralhome.net

 

Photo from Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Arlington Co., VA—www.arlingtoncemetery.mil/Explore

Permission granted by the ANC Use Policy: “Photographs on this site are in the public domain unless a copyright is indicated.”

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Harry J. Alfred (SS# issued in MS) was born 8 Dec 1930, last residence Temple Hills, Prince George’s Co., MD.

 

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HATTIE VIRGINIA ALFORD CAVANAUGH

 

EVENING SUN

Baltimore, MD—Monday, 15 November 1985

 

 

Photo from Gardens of Faith Cemetery, Rosedale, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Greg

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Hattie Cavanaugh (SS# issued in MD) was born 6 Apr 1912 and died _____ Nov 1985, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            We included the obituaries of her parents, Lacy Norman Alford and Carrie E. Spence Alford, in Delaware Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.

            His lineage: Hattie Virginia 1912 MD¹, Lacy Norman 1884 MD², William Allen 1855 MD³, William 1827 MD⁴, Daniel 1799 MD⁵, Charles 1769 MD⁶.

 

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HAZEL DENBOW ALFORD

Mother of Richard Eugene Alford, AAFA #1168; and Janet Lee Alford Trockenbrot, AAFA #0585

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Tuesday, 11 January 1994

 

 

Photo from Grove Cemetery, Aberdeen, Harford Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Jdrhook

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Hazel D. Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 13 July 1913, last residence Lutherville Timonium, Baltimore Co., MD.

            See the obituary of her son Donald Gordon Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her sons Clifton Boyd Alford and Richard Eugene Alford in Virginia Obituaries; and of her daughter Janet Lee Alford Trockenbrot in Pennsylvania Obituaries.

            From SSACI: Hazel Denbow Alford was born 17 July 1913 [different than SSDI] in Churchville, Harford Co., MD, daughter of Harry Denbow and Nettie Boyd. She died 9 Jan 1994.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Joel Alford and Clarky B. Carroll.

            Her husband’s lineage: Leon Berkley 1909 MD¹, John Thomas 1861 SC², Joel 1842 SC³, Joel 1800 SC⁴.

 

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HAZEL V. ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Wednesday, 8 April 1992

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

            See the obituary of her husband, Elihu Alford Sr., in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.

 

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HELEN ALFORD SMITH

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Sunday, 10 May 1925

 

 

Photo from Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, E. Hanson

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her mother, Mary A. Folger Alford (with census data); and siblings Charles H. Alford and Myra H. Alford in this compilation.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.

            Her lineage: Helen 1847 NY¹, Samuel M. 1823 CT², Nathaniel 1781 CT³, Jonathan 1745 CT⁴, Jonathan 1720 CT⁵, Jeremiah 1692 CT⁶, Jeremiah 1655 CT⁷, Benedict 1619 England⁸.

 

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HELEN MARIE MANCO ALFORD

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—5 March 1996

 

            Alford, Helen M.—Of Cottage City MD, on Mar 3, 1996, wife of the late Delis C Alford; mother of Richard & Edward Alford & Brenda Jennings. Grandmother of Beth, Deena, Stacey, Krish, Linda, Tracy & Richard. Also survived by 5 great grandchildren, 2 brothers, Vincent & Benedict Manco….

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Helen Alford (SS# issued in DC) was born 4 Feb 1922, last residence Brentwood, Prince George’s Co., MD.

            See the obituary of her husband, Delis Collier Alford Jr., in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.

 

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HELEN S. ALFORD

 

March Funeral Homes

Baltimore, MD—_____ September 2008

 

            Helen S. Alford of Silver Spring, Maryland departed this life on Sunday, September 21, 2008.

            Cherished mother of Lacey Stallings, Lisa and Ericka Alford. Also survived by five sisters, two grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and a host of other relatives and friends.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Helen J. Alford (SS# issued in DC) was born 7 Sept 1934, last residence Silver Spring, Montgomery Co., MD.

 

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HENRY ALLEN ALFORD

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Saturday, 5 March 2016

 

 

            On March 2, 2016, Henry Allen Alford died at his residence in Temple Hills, Maryland.

            He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Louise Alford.

            Born August 17, 1942, and raised in Alexandria, VA, Henry was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He served his country in the Vietnam War as part of the 101st and the 82nd Airborne Divisions. Henry was proud of his Bachelor’’s degree in Accounting from University of the District of Columbia (UDC). He retired from the Department of the Navy as a contract specialist.

            Henry was an avid tennis player with the Takoma Park crew, enjoyed golf and swimming, and playing cards with friends and family.

            Henry was the beloved brother to Charles (Gene) Gee and Roberta Patrick. He was the devoted father of Steven Mungo, Joseph Mungo, Becky Mungo, Angelo (Angela) Young, Angela Young, Kimberlyn Baker, Miguel (Anne) Alford and Kristal (Che) Parker; proud grandfather of Dominique Green, India Travis, Steven Mungo, April Carter, Kiara Odom, Janai Howard, Corin Carter, Joseph Mungo, Jameka Queen, Daniel Young, Talisha, Alexis and Tourre Butler, Sophia Parker, Charles Nonso Obiekwe, Jr., and Che Anthony Parker; great-granddad to Jaden, Kaylee and Laycee Young, Izaiah and Nyimah Howard. Henry also leaves to mourn nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

            A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, March 8 at 3:30 p.m. at JB Jenkins Funeral Home, 7474 Landover Rd., Landover, MD.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.

 

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IDA JACKSON ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Wednesday, 19 October 1921

 

            Mrs. Ida Jackson Alford died yesterday at her home, 2112 North Charles street, from heart disease. Her husband, Harry C. Alford, is connected with the firm of Dixon-Bartlett Company, shoe manufacturers.

            Besides her husband, Mrs. Alford is survived by one sister, Miss Matilda Jackson.

            The funeral will be held tomorrow from her home. The Rev. Robert W.H. Weech will conduct the services, assisted by the Rev. S.W. Alford. Burial will be in Loudon Park Cemetery.

 

In another article:

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Thursday, 20 October 1921

 

            On October 18, 1921, Ida Alford (nee Jackson), beloved wife of Harry C. Alford.

            Funeral from her late residence, 2112 North Charles street, on Thursday at 3:30 P.M. Interment in Loudon Park Cemetery.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents-in-law, James E. Alford and Mary Jane Edmundson Alford, in this compilation.

            In 1900, Baltimore City, MD: Henry C. Alford, age 37 born Feb 1863 MD, “shoe business,” married 7 years; his wife Annie, 44 born Feb 1856 in NY, 0 children; his sister-in-law Matilde Jackson, 48 born Apr 1852 in NY; boarder Marguerite Powell, age 39 born Oct 1869 in NY, single; boarder Andrew Hoover, 52 born March 1848 in DC, married; and a black servant.

            In 1910, Baltimore, Harry and Ida L. Alford are married 17 years, still no children. Still living with them are Mathilda Jackson and Margaride Powell, “wife’s niece,” and Andrew Hoover.

            From Find A Grave contributor Candeux, August 2016: Ida has no gravestone, but according to cemetery records buried near her are Matilda Jackson and Andrew Hoover, both in the household in 1900 and 1910.

            Her husband’s lineage, from Family Trees at Ancestry: Harry C. 1863 MD¹, James E. 1823 MD², John 1800 MD³.

 

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IDA FLORENCE STIEFF ALFORD TAMPLIN

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Saturday, 19 January 1980

 

 

 

Photos from Druid Ridge Cemetery, Pikesville, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, fewest

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ida Tamplin (SS# issued in MD) was born 2 Jan 1885 and died _____ Jan 1980, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituary of her first husband, Gilbert Haven Alford, in this compilation.

            The children named in her obituary are her stepchildren.

 

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JACQUELINE DIANE ALFORD

Daughter of James Warren Alford, AAFA #0375

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Thursday, 14 August 1969

 

 

Photo from Baltimore National Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Miles M

 

AAFA NOTES: Her middle name is from Ancestry family trees.

            From Washington, D.C., Passenger and Crew Lists (Ancestry): Jacqueline D. Alford was born 14 Nov 1960 in Germany. She arrived in Washington, DC, on 17 Jan 1962 with her mother, Ute C. Alford, who was born in Berlin, Germany. Their U.S. address was in Columbus, GA.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogies, Known Descendants of James Lodwick Alford (1749–1820) and Known Descendants of Pierce Lewis Alford, 1829GA–1864.

            Her lineage: Jacqueline Diane 1960 Germany¹, James Warren 1932 GA², Emmett Hoyt 1900 GA³, Edgar Pierce 1876 GA⁴, Warren Jackson 1851 GA⁵, Pierce Lewis 1829 GA⁶, Peyton 1788 NC⁷, James Lodwick 1749 NC⁸.

 

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JACQUELYN A. ALFORD

Sister of Brenda Alford, AAFA #1076

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—6 January 2013

 

 

            Jacquelyn A. Alford, Ph.D.—On Tuesday January 1, 2013, peacefully transitioned to eternal life. Beloved mother of Jennifer Medlock; grandmother of Jessica and Lauren Hackney; sister of Rosemary Alford Whitehurst (Ronald), Harriette Alford Meriwether, James A. Alford, Jr. and Brenda Alford. She is also survived by a host of other loving relatives and friends.

            A private family service was held on January 4. Expressions to the family may be made through the Donaldson Funeral Home.

            Memorial contributions may be made to J.A. Alford Foundation, 9466 Georgia Avenue Number 32, Silver Spring, MD 20910, c/o B. Alford. The foundation will support individuals in post-secondary education and career development/advancement.

 

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Donaldson Funeral Home

Laurel, Prince George’s Co., MD—_____ January 2013

 

Jacquelyn A. Alford, Ph.D.

Educator, Trainer, Career Counselor/Coach

 

BORN: December 8, 1936

DIED: January 1, 2013

LOCATION: Laurel, Maryland

 

            Born in Newnan Georgia, December 8, 1936 to Rev. James A. Alford and Rosette Brasman Alford. She attended public schools in Atlanta, Georgia, and earning a Bachelor of Science Degree from Spelman College in 1962. She earned a Masters of Social Work Degree and in 1978 a Doctorate of Philosophy in Social Research from the University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

            Her professional career began as an Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh in the School of Social Work. She later became Professor of Social Research at the University of Houston, Houston, Texas. A mentor, teacher, and motivator, she was like a magnet to her protégés. Lecturing by day in academia, she often lectured to her students after-hours on the world of career development, life and relationships. Upon her retirement, she moved to Silver Spring, Maryland, where she managed Brasman Research Company with several federal and local government clients. She later established J.A. Alford Interests some of her most prominent assignments were General Dynamics, National Institutes of Health, and the Departments of Energy, State, Homeland Security, Veterans Affairs, Housing and Urban Development.

            Dr. Alford has extensive experience in career development, training, counseling and coaching at the Federal level, for employees ranging from political appointees to Senior Executive Service employees, to wage-grade employees. For the U. S. Department of Energy Dr. Alford managed and operated a high profile Career Management Program. In this role, she directed a program which served over 500 people per month, training for staff and contractors at all levels. Worked with the Secretary of Energy in developing the “first” upward mobility program for administrative support staff and a career development program specifically designed for developmentally challenged contract staff. Received numerous awards and commendations for support provided to two major reorganizations and “reductions in force,” and for sensitivity in dealing with the developmentally challenged contract staff. Of particular note, Dr. Alford guided the career development of five Department of Energy career employees who achieved Senior Executive Service status and numerous employees who achieved promotions at the GS 13-15 levels. During her tenure, there was an 86% increase in promotions among women across all series, within the Department.

            For the U.S. Department of State, Dr. Alford served as Coordinator and Senior Career Counselor for the Career Management Center, which served over 1,000 Federal and Foreign Service family members and employees per month. Individually, she facilitated the transfer and promotion of numerous staff re-locating to the new geographical area, and achieved a 65% success rate in relocating staff locally. Dr. Alford’s validated model of career transition, called the “Resiliency Model” was the skills assessment tool developed by her for key job classifications.

            Dr. Alford has served for several years as President and Family Historian of the Alford African American Family Organization of Georgia. Once she heard the oral history of the family from her Aunt Cora Alford Williams, she embarked on the task of documenting that oral history. She used her research expertise to conduct the genealogy studies, finding our oldest known descendant Lydia Alford (1785 - 1885). Dr. Alford has documented over 900 descendants of Lydia. Her contributions to the family genealogy will be felt for many generations to come.

            She was a member of several organizations to include the National Association of Social Workers, National Association of University Women, Society for Human Resource Management, and American Management Association

            She is survived by her daughter Jennifer Medlock, two granddaughters Jessica and Lauren Hackney, three sisters Rosemary Alford Whitehurst (Ronald), Harriette Alford Meriwether, Brenda Alford, one brother James A. Alford Jr., numerous endearing cousins, other family members and friends.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Jacquelyn A. Alford (SS# issued in GA), last residence not listed.

            See the obituary of her mother, Rosette Brasman Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her father, James Arthur Alford Sr., in Georgia Obituaries; and of her siblings James Arthur Alford Jr. and Rosemary Alford Whitehurst in Virginia Obituaries.

            Her lineage: Jacquelyn A. 1938 GA¹, James Arthur 1893 GA², Charles 1858 GA³, James born in slavery⁴.

 

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JAMES ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Wednesday, 13 February 1839

 

            Died—On the 12^th inst., about 8 o’clock, A.M., Mr. James Alford, in peaceful expectation of an eternal bliss.

            His friends and acquaintance are respectfully invited to attend his funeral today (Wednesday) at 3 o’clock P.M., at his late residence, North Gay, near Aisquith street.

 

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JAMES ALFORD

 

DAILY TIMES

Salisbury, Wicomico Co., MD—Tuesday, 6 June 1967

 

PRINCESS ANNE—James Alford, 68, retired five years from employment with Maryland State College, died suddenly Monday at his home here of a heart attack.

            Born in Richmond, Va., he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Alford Sr.

            Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Lena Alford; three step-sons, Earl, Charles and Arnold Ballard, all of here; and nine step-grandchildren.

            Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. in Metropolitan Methodist Church here. Interment will be in Princess Anne’s John Wesley Cemetery….

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 1 Jan 1897 and died _____ June 1967, last residence Princess Anne, Somerset Co., MD.

            His gravestone in John Wesley Cemetery, Princess Anne, Somerset Co., MD, is very faint and appears to include only his name.

 

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JAMES E. ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Sunday, 22 June 1902

 

DIED

 

            Alford—On June 21, 1902, after a short illness, James E. Alford.

            Funeral from the residence of his son, Rev. S.M. Alford, No. 1106 Homewood avenue due notice of which will be given.

 

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THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Tuesday, 24 June 1902

 

            The funeral of Mr. James E. Alford who died on Saturday morning [June 21] took place from the residence of his son, Rev. S.M. Alford, 1106 Homewood avenue at 4 o’clock yesterday afternoon. Services were conducted by Rev. W.G. Herbert of Caroline Street Methodist Episcopal Church….

            The pallbearers were James H. Alford, Rev. S.M. Alford, William E. Alford, Frank T. Alford, Harry C. Alford and Rev. W.W. Dunbracco.

            Interment was in Greenmount Cemetery. Undertaker Horace Burgee had charge of the funeral.

 

Photo from Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Kyle Kendrick

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his first wife and the mother of his children, Mary Jane Edmundson Alford; his second wife, Emily L. Alford; children Ella N. Alford Dunbracco, Frank T. Alford, George C. Alford, Samuel Morgan Alford, and William E. Alford; and daughter-in-law Ida Jackson Alford in this compilation.

            His worn gravestone appears to say he was born December 19, 1823, and confirms his death on June 21, 1902. On the 1900 census in Baltimore he was a boarder, widowed, born Dec. 1823.

            On the 1880 census, Baltimore, his occupation is “Life or Fire Insurance.” In 1900 his occupation is “Insurance [illeg].”

            His lineage, from family trees at Ancestry: James E. 1823 MD¹, John 1800 MD².

 

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JAMES JACOBS ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Monday, 8 January 1872

 

            Alford—On January 6^th, 1872, James Jacobs, infant son of George C. and Clara R. Alford.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, George C. Alford and Clara R. Alford, in this compilation.

            His lineage: James Jacobs 1871 MD¹, George C. 1848 MD², James E. 1823 MD³, John 1800 MD⁴.

 

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JAMES LUTHER ALFORD

 

March Funeral Homes

Baltimore, MD—_____ November 2009

 

 

            On November 8, 2009, James Luther Alford was called home to his eternal rest.

            He was the son of Dollie Mae Alford and the late John Luther Alford. James was born on February 7, 1937 in Robeson County, North Carolina. He confessed Christ at an early age and was baptized after joining Raemon First Baptist Church. He attended Robeson County Training High School and was a member of the class of 1956. James was well known and well respected in his community. He also served in the United States Army and was stationed at Ford Jackson.

            In 1961, James Luther moved to Baltimore, Maryland. He met and later married Shirley Bullock of Suffolk, Virginia in 1965. They were married thirty-six years until her death in 2001. He was employed at London Town from 1961 to 1964. He later worked at Misty Harbor, then retired after many years of service. He was lovingly called “Mr. James” by many.

            Not being one to sit idle, James sought further employment with the Barc Company and more recently the Maryland Institute College of Art. Among his affiliations were membership with the Prince Hall Grand Lodge #38 and an active membership with the New Frontier of Faith Baptist Church. For many years, James served as a faithful usher and a member of Men’s Fellowship Bible Study.

            James Luther leaves to cherish his memory: a loving mother, Dollie Mae Alford of Durham, NC; two sisters, Carrie A. Brooks (Roger) of Morrisville, NC and Vethius Alford of Durham, NC; three brothers, Willie M. Alford (Sylvia) of Durham, NC, Eugene Alford (Lacey) of Atlanta, GA and Eric. L. Alford of Durham, NC; aunt, Mary Shepard of Parkton, NC; uncle, Press McCallum (Verdell) of Fayetteville, GA; nieces, Denise Williams (Robert) of Grand Prairie, TX, Wilhelmenia Alford of Durham, NC, Shanti A. Brown (Thomas) of Atlanta, GA, Sherri Allen (Torrance) of Ellenwood, GA and Shonita Mary Alford of Durham, NC; nephews, William Brooks Jr. (Meredith) and Calvin A. Brooks (Portia) both of Durham, NC; thirteen grand-nieces and nephews; special friend, Arrie Bryant; godchildren, April Collins, Garland Bethune and Carla Qualls; special nephew, Edward F. Stills; a host of cousins and friends.

 

Photo from Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery, Cypress, Suffolk City, VA—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Dylan Thomas

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of James L. Alford (SS# issued in TN), last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituary of his wife, Shirley Bullock Alford, in this compilation.

 

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JANE ARJAREE ALFORD

 

[She died in New York, but we are including her obituary here because she lived in Maryland.]

 

“From my grandmother Brown’s collection. Back of Photo says ‘Jane and Husband to be just before they were killed by train.’”

From her Find A Grave memorial, posted by Joan McAdams

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Thursday, 16 January 1947

 

 

 

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MORNING HERALD

Hagerstown, Washington Co., MD—Friday, 17 January 1947

 

HEMPSTEAD, N.Y., Jan. 16—Jane A. Alford, 18, of Cheverly [Prince George’s Co.], Md., died today in Meadowbrook Hospital of injuries she received in a train-auto collision Tuesday night in which her 21-year-old fiancé was killed.

            Her companion, Richard Stanley, West Hempstead Navy veteran, was killed when their automobile and a Long Island Railroad train collided.

 

Photo from Restland Memorial Park, Dallas, Dallas Co., TX—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Anne McGrew

 

AAFA NOTES: We included the obituary of her mother, Orlean Patricia English Alford, in Texas Obituaries.

            On the 1930 (Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH) and 1940 (Prince George’s Co.) censuses, Jane’s birth state is listed as IL.

            For more information on this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Some of the Descendants of John Alford ca1801 North Carolina.

            Her lineage: Jane Arjaree 1928 IL¹, Skeen Warren 1900 TX², George Washington 1855 AL³, John Madison 1826 GA⁴, John 1801 NC⁵.

 

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JEAN RUTH COOK HALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Sunday, 28 August 2005

 

            On August 26, 2005, Jean C. Halford (nee Cook); passed away after an extended illness. Jean is survived by many family and friends. Services and interment private.

 

Photo from Holly Hill Memorial Gardens, Middle River, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Jdrhook

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Jean (SS# issued in MD) was born 29 Jan 1937, last residence Westminster, Carroll Co., MD.

            From SSACI: Jean Ruth Cook was born 29 Jan 1937 in Baltimore, MD, daughter of Frederick J. Cook and Lillian Foos.

 

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JEAN WOOD ANDERSON EDMONDSON ALFORD

 

ARBUTUS TIMES

Arbutus, Baltimore Co., MD—8 January 2003

 

            Former Arbutus resident Jean W. Alford succumbed to cancer in Carroll County General Hospital on Oct. 23 [2002]. She was 70 years old.

            The daughter of the late Madison and Alice (Todd) Anderson, this homemaker was born in Conway, S.C. She graduated from Conway High School.

            Mourning their loss are her husband, Kenneth Alford; John and Steven Edmondson and David Alford, her sons; a daughter, Connie Fish; and grandchildren Carianne, Shaina, Anthony, Jonathan, Joey, Brittany, Michael and Joshua. John McGee, her brother-in-law, plus several nieces and nephews also survive.

            A viewing was scheduled in Loudon Park Funeral Home. Mrs. Alford was laid to rest in Loudon Park Cemetery.

 

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THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—24 October 2002

 

            On Wednesday, October 23, 2002, Jean W. Alford, of Arbutus, MD and formerly of Conway, SC.

            Beloved wife of Kenneth R. Alford; mother of John Edmondson, Connie Fish, Steven Edmondson and David Alford; grandmother of Carianne, Shaina, Anthony, Jonathan, Joey, Brittany, Michael and Joshua. Mrs. Alford is also survived by a brother-in-law, John McGee and several nieces and nephews.

            Relatives and friends may call on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P. M. at Loudon Park Funeral Home, 3620 Wilkens avenue, where services will be held Friday at 11 A.M. Interment Loudon Park Cemetery.

 

 

Photos from Loudon Park Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Joe Canner

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Jeanwood [sic] Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 7 Oct 1932, last residence Sykesville, Carroll Co., MD.

            See the obituary of her husband, Kenneth Randall “Ranny” Alford, in this compilation.

 

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JOANNA HELEN FELTER ALFORD

 

CECIL WHIG

Elkton, Cecil Co., MD—21 September 2006

 

            Joanna H. Alford, 69, of Elkton, MD, died from pancreatic cancer on Monday, September 18, peacefully in her home.

            Joanna was born in New York, on September 24, 1936, to Helen Felter (nee Snel). She graduated from Hackensack High School in Hackensack, New Jersey. Following High School, Joanna attended Glassboro State College where she obtained her bachelors degree in education. She taught elementary school in River Edge, New Jersey for a year before marrying her husband, Charles.

            Joanna was the beloved wife of Charles Abner Alford for nearly 47 years. She is also survived by her four children, Mike, Beth, Charlie and Susan, as well as eight grandchildren.

            Joanna’s interests were many and varied. Her hobbies included travel, genealogy, bowling, and bird watching. However, her greatest love was history, especially local history. She was a member of the Historical Society of Cecil County and the Elk Landing Historical Society. She was secretary to, and member of the Elk Landing Board of Directors and was instrumental in the preparation and distribution of the quarterly newsletter. Perhaps her most important discovery during her work at Elk Landing was the “Jefferson Letter.” Written in July of 1801, this letter from Thomas Jefferson to the Delaware Baptist Association details Jefferson’s view on individual and religious freedom and provided unique insight to the author of the Declaration of Independence.

            Viewing will be held at Crouch Funeral Home, 127 South Main Street, North East, MD 21901, Thursday, September 21st, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be Friday, September 22nd, at 10:00 AM, at the funeral home, with interment immediately following at Wesley United Methodist Chapel, 2015 Old Elk Neck Road, Elkton, MD….

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Joanna F. Alford (SS# issued in NJ), last residence Elkton, Cecil Co., MD.

            See the obituary of her husband, Charles Abner Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.

            Her middle name is from Crouch Funeral Home.

 

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JOHN ALFORD

 

REPUBLICAN STAR

Easton, Talbot Co., MD—Tuesday, 23 December 1823

 

            Died—On Saturday morning the 13^th inst. Mr. John Alford, of Caroline county, aged 34 years.

 

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EASTON GAZETTE

Easton, Talbot Co., MD—20 December 1823

 

            Departed this life, on Saturday morning 13^th inst. John Alford, aged 34 years, son of Mathias and Lilly Alford—it is worthy of remark, that they have been married 40 years have had 7 children and this is the first death that has occurred in the family, the father, is now 66 and the mother 63 years of age.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his father, Matthias Alford, in this compilation.

            His lineage: John 1789 MD¹, Matthias 1757 MD².

 

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JOHN ALLEN ALFORD

 

HIGH POINT ENTERPRISE

High Point, Guilford Co., NC—Tuesday, 12 February 1974

 

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that John Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 31 Aug 1910 and died _____ Feb 1974, last residence Baltimore, CA.

            We included the obituaries of his wife, Leavenia Dean Bean Alford Lampros, in Virginia Obituaries; and of his father, Thomas Walter Alford, in Florida Obituaries.

            From North Carolina, Birth Indexes (Ancestry): On a Delayed Birth record, John Allen Alford was born 31 Aug _____ in Anson Co., NC, son of T.W. Alford and Lillian Thomas.

            From Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785–1940 (Ancestry): John Allen Alford, age 21, son of Walter Alford and Lillie Thomas, born 1910 in Wadesboro, NC, married Leavener Bean, age 21 born Troy, NC, daughter of Willie Bean and Louie Saunders, on 30 May 1931 in Danville, VA.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Descendants of Green Berry Alford (1787–1875).

            His lineage: John Allen 1910 NC¹, Thomas Walter 1884 NC², James Milton 1853 NC³, Thomas B. 1834 NC⁴, Green Berry 1787 NC⁵.

 

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JOHN VERNON ALFORD, JR.

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Saturday, 25 September 1999

 

            On September 23, 1999 John Vernon Alford, Jr., beloved son of the late John V. and Dorothy E. Vaeth Alford, Sr., devoted brother of Donna L. Alford, devoted nephew of Bernard and Gladys Bull.

            Funeral from The Lassahn Funeral Home, Inc., 7401 Belair Road on Monday at 10:30 A.M. Interment Gardens of Faith Cemetery....

 

Photo from Gardens of Faith Cemetery, Rosedale, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Lynne Shue

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that John V. Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 31 Jan 1942, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituary of his father, John Vernon Alford Sr., in this compilation.

            His lineage, from Family Trees at Ancestry: John Vernon 1942 MD¹, John Vernon 1918 MD², William Stanley 1885 MD³, William E. 1854 MD⁴, James E. 1823 MD⁵, John 1800 MD⁶.

 

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JOHN VERNON ALFORD, SR.

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Wednesday, 27 July 1977

 

            Alford—On July 25, 1977 John V., beloved husband of the late Dorothy (nee Veeth) Alford and loving father of Mr. John Vernon Alford Jr., and Mrs. Donna L. Slowikowski. Dear brother of Messrs. William F. Alford, Jr., Robert Alford, Albert Alford, Thomas Alford and Mrs. Frances Berger, and the late Miss Dorothy V. Alford.

            Funeral from the Joseph N. Zannino Funeral Home, 263 South Conkling street (at Gough), on Wednesday at 1 P.M. Interment Gardens of Faith Cemetery….

 

Photo from Gardens of Faith Cemetery, Rosedale, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Lynne Shue

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that John Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 12 Mar 1918 and died _____ July 1977, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituaries of his son John Vernon Alford Jr.; parents, William Stanley Alford and Harriet Virginia “Hattie” Cornthwaite Alford; and siblings Frances Margaret Alford Berger, Robert Fulton Alford, and Thomas H. Alford in this compilation.

            His lineage, from Family Trees at Ancestry: John Vernon 1918 MD¹, William Stanley 1885 MD², William E. 1854 MD³, James E. 1823 MD⁴, John 1800 MD⁵.

 

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JOHN WAYNE HALFORD, JR.

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Tuesday, 18 November 2004

 

            Halford, John W. Jr.—On November 15, 2004, John W. Jr. beloved husband of Mary L. (nee Hepburn); devoted father of Christopher J., John Joseph, and Patricia L. Halford; cherished grandfather of Derek and Kevin Halford; loving son of Jean Halford; dear brother of Venus Ries and her husband Marty; uncle of Jeremy, Joshua and Rachel Ries; also survived by other relatives and friends.

            A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 20, 2004 at 12 noon, in Hartley Miller-Stella Funeral Home Chtd, 7527 Harford Rd, Baltimore MD 21234.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that John W. Halford (SS# issued in MD) was born 21 Dec 1957, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituary of his father, John Wayne Halford Sr., in this compilation.

 

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JOHN WAYNE HALFORD, SR.

 

[John apparently died in Delaware, but we are also including his obituary here because of his close ties to Maryland.]

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—26 November 2003

 

            John Wayne Halford, Sr. died on November 23, 2003. Funeral services were held in the family owned Ruck Towson Funeral Home, Inc. at 1050 York Road on Saturday. Interment was in Parkwood Cemetery.

            Survivors include his son, John W. Halford, Jr. and his wife Mary; his daughter, Venus J. Ries and her husband, Marty; his grandchildren, Christopher, Joe, and Patricia Halford, and Josh and Rachel Ries; and his great-grandchildren, Derek and Kevin Halford.

 

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NEWS JOURNAL

Wilmington, New Castle Co., DE—Friday, 28 November 2003

 

            John W. Halford, Sr. passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2003.

            He was the devoted father of John W. Halford, Jr. and his wife, Mary and Venus J. Ries and her husband, Marty; dear grandfather of Christopher, Joe and Patricia Halford and Jeremy, Josh and Rachel Ries; dear great grandfather of Derek and Kevin Halford.

            He was the beloved husband of the late Selma Lee Halford (nee Skipper).

            A funeral service will be held in the family owned Ruck Towson Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 York Road (beltway exit 26A) on Saturday, November 29, 11 am. Interment will be in the Parkwood Cemetery....

 

Photo from Parkwood Cemetery and Mausoleum, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Greg

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that John W. Halford (SS# issued in MD) was born 12 Aug 1933, last residence Selbyville, Sussex Co., DE.

            See the obituary of his son John Wayne Halford Jr. in this compilation.

 

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JONATHAN ALFORD

 

THE STAR-LEDGER

Newark, Essex Co., NJ—1 December 2012

 

            Jonathan Alford, 53, of Frederick, Md., formerly of Elizabeth, N.J., departed this life on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012. A celebration of his life will be held on Monday, Dec. 3, 2012, at 11 a.m. from the Second Macedonia Baptist Church, 1251 Fairmount Ave., Elizabeth, N.J…. Arrangements are in the loving care of the Nesbitt Funeral Home, 165 Madison Ave., Elizabeth, N.J.

            Jonathan was a longtime Elizabeth, N.J. resident until relocating to Maryland. He was employed by AT&T as a communications technician for the past 23 years.

            He was predeceased by his brother, Jeffrey Cheeseman; sister, Jennifer Alford and stepson, Christopher Cummings.

            He leaves to cherish his memories his parents, Olivia and Nathaniel Alford; his children, Nathaniel and Kayla; stepdaughters, Alicia and Brianna Kingdom; a longtime companion, Vivian Kingdom; three aunts, Jessie Mae Wilson, Josephine Thorpe and Rachel Peel; one uncle, Edward Alford (Louise); one sister-in-law, Jean Cheeseman; his special brothers, Lateef Banks, Walter Manns and Keith Davis along with a host of other relatives and friends.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Jonathan Alford (SS# issued in NJ) was born 17 Jan 1969, last residence not listed.

            We included the obituaries of his mother, Olivia Horsley Alford; sister Jennifer Dawn Alford; and paternal grandmother, Julia Alford, in New Jersey Obituaries.

 

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JUNE LORRAINE MYERS ALFORD

 

From Osborne Funeral Home

 

THE HERALD-MAIL

Hagerstown, Washington Co., MD—Tuesday, 13 November 2018

 

            June Lorraine Alford, 86, of Hagerstown, MD passed away on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Doey’s House Hagerstown, MD.

            She was born on June 6, 1932 in Smithsburg, MD to the late Grover Cleveland and Elnora Louise Stouffer Myers.

            She was preceded in death by her husband, LCDR Donald L. Alford US Navy in 2004.

            June was employed as a Sales Associate with Tuesday Morning until her retirement in 2015. She was a member of St. Anne’s Episcopal Church in Smithsburg, MD.

            She is survived by her daughter Cindy E. Ecton and her husband Elmer “Skeeter” of Hagerstown, MD; daughter Vickie A. Eyler of Hagerstown, MD; grandchildren Ronald E. Ecton of Leesburg, VA; Brian M. Ecton of Baltimore, MD; Christy K. Seibert of Bar Harbor, Maine; great-grandchildren Elijah, Noah, Evan, Emma, Emily, Courtney, and Kiran; great-great-grandchildren Kali, Skyler, and Gunner.

            She was predeceased by four sisters Mary Hoch, Ruth Fox, Marie Harshman, and Clarissa Mullendore, and one brother Robert Myers….

            Graveside services will be held at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park Hagerstown, MD on Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 11 am….

            If everyone attending would please wear purple for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month!...

 

Photo from Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, Hagerstown, Washington Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, sq1979

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.

            See the obituary of her husband, Donald Lee Alford, in this compilation.

 

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KATHLEEN ANN SIEKIERSKI ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—12 October 2002

 

            On October 10, 2002, Kathleen Ann (nee Siekierski), beloved wife of Robert F. Alford, dear sister-in-law of Eleanor Alford, Thomas H. and Margaret Alford, George and Frances Berger. Also survived by many other relatives and friends.

            Friends may call at the family owned Bruzdzinski Funeral Home, P.A., 1407 Old Eastern Ave., Essex … on Saturday and Sunday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Funeral Services on Monday at 11 A.M. Interment Oak Lawn Cemetery.

 

Photo from Oak Lawn Cemetery, Eastpoint, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Debbie

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that “Kathleen A. Siekierski A” (SS# issued in MD) was born 1 June 1947, last residence Baltimore Co., MD.

            See the obituary of her husband, Robert Fulton Alford, in this compilation.

            She was born 1 June 1947, daughter of John Stephen Siekierski and his wife Eunice.

 

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KATHLEEN SIMMONS SRUILL ALFORD

 

THE CAPITAL

Annapolis, Anne Arundel Co., MD—20 December 2002

 

            Kathleen Alford, 88, died of heart failure on December 19 at Charlestown Care Center in Catonsville [Baltimore Co.] after a lengthy illness.

            Born in Cherry, NC, Mrs. Alford owned and operated, with her husband Arthur G. Alford, Alford’s Nursery in Chesapeake, VA, for more than 23 years. Mr. Alford died in 1999.

            She was an active member of the Broadmoor Church of Christ in Chesapeake and sang in the choir.

            Surviving are a daughter, Patricia Judefind of Severna Park, five grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

            Funeral services were held at Barranco and Sons Severna Park Funeral Home, 495 Ritchie Highway. Burial was in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens in Driver, VA.

 

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THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT

Norfolk, VA—21 December 2002

 

CATONSVILLE, Md.—Kathleen S. Alford, 88, a native of Cherry, N.C., died Dec. 19, 2002. Services were held Friday, Dec. 20, at 8 p.m. in Barranco & Sons Funeral Home, Severna Park, Md.

 

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

            See the obituary of her husband, Arthur G. Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.

            The obituary of her sister, Iva Spruill Brewer [The Virginian-Pilot, 23 April 1999], spells Kathleen’s maiden name “Spruill.” Her husband’s obituary spells it incorrectly as Spurill.

 

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HERBERT BURR ALVORD, SR.

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Tuesday, 30 March 1976

 

 

Photo from Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Silver Spring, Montgomery Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Betty Frain

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Herbert Alvord (SS# issued in NJ) was born 12 Sept 1886 and died _____ March 1976, last residence Washington, DC.

            See the obituaries of his first wife, Kathryn Cameron Alvord; and his second wife, Odette Mandeville Alvord in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Frank Cameron Alvord in Pennsylvania Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.

            His ALVORD lineage: Herbert Burr 1886 NY¹, Frank Cleveland 1857 NY², Richard Warren 1826 NY³, Calvin 1786 CT⁴, Daniel 1743 CT⁵, Thomas 1710 MA⁶, Thomas 1683 MA⁷, Thomas 1653 CT⁸, Alexander 1627 England⁹, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England¹⁰.

 

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KATHRYN CAMERON ALVORD

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Wednesday, 24 December 1941

 

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Herbert Burr Alvord Sr., in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son Frank Cameron Alvord in Pennsylvania Obituaries.

            She was the first wife of Herbert Burr Alvord.

 

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KATHRYN A. ADAMS ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Friday, 15 June 1973

 

 

Photo from Druid Ridge Cemetery, Pikesville, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, ron baublitz

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Kathryn Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 27 Dec 1908 and died _____ June 1973, last residence Lutherville-Timonium, Baltimore Co., MD.

            See the obituaries of her husband, Gilbert Hollingsworth Alford; and daughter Kathryn Hollingsworth “Kitty” Alford Connor in this compilation.

 

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KATHRYN HOLLINGSWORTH “KITTY” ALFORD CONNOR

 

BALTIMORE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Sunday, 21 June 2020

 

 

            Kathryn Connor, a former teacher who was an official of Baltimore City’s Eating Together program for the elderly, died of coronavirus complications at the Broadmead Retirement Community on June 4. She was 84 and had lived in Lutherville.

            Born Kathryn Hollingsworth Alford in Baltimore and raised on Winston Avenue in Govans, she was the daughter of Gilbert Alford, president of the Hollingsworth Machine Co. and his wife, Kathryn Adams. She was known as Kitty and was a 1953 graduate of the Friends School of Baltimore, where she played sports. She earned a bachelor’s degree at the University of Richmond, then known as Southampton College.

            She was born a Quaker and was a lifelong a member of the Stony Run Meeting.

            “Her fondest memories of childhood were riding horses with her father on the Eastern Shore,” said her brother [sic: son], F. Gale Connor Jr. of San Francisco.

            While studying in Richmond, she met her future husband, F. Gale Connor Sr., who became an executive at Bethlehem Steel at Sparrows Point. They married on June 25, 1957. Her husband died in 2015.

            After graduation, she worked as a preschool teacher at Friends School while she raised two children. “She was a hard worker and was ahead of her times as an independent women,” said her daughter, Caryl Connor of Lutherville.

            In 1976 she was hired by the Baltimore City Health Department as an outreach worker for its “Eating Together” program serving low- and fixed-income seniors. In 1977 she was among the first students to be awarded a Certificate in Gerontology from Baltimore City Community College. During the 1980s she worked as a supervisor with the Baltimore City Commission on Aging.

            “She managed the centers for seniors who lived in highrise apartments,” said her daughter, “Her jurisdiction was half the city and was responsible for going to all the sites. She believed the elderly had more needs than just food alone. She loved the program because it addressed the community. Working with everybody in the city was enriching to her. She was a people person until the day she died.”

            She retired in 1991 and moved to Berkeley Springs, West Virginia where she and her husband built a home, and she opened an antique show room in the Antiques House. “In the back of her mind she always wanted to be in the antique business,” said her daughter. “Her parents and her husband’s families owned antiques which she inherited and began researching. She also liked to go to yard sales. She loved the hunt. And she loved to tell stories about the human side of what she sold. Every piece came with a story.”

            After her husband’s 2015 death, she moved to the Broadmead Retirement Community after residing at Mercy Ridge in Timonium.

            She was a founding member of The Older Women’s League of Baltimore and served on the boards of the Women’s Housing Coalition, Foster Grandparents and the Humane Society of Morgan County. She was known for her love of animals and rescuing stray dogs. “People would call her to come and pick up stray dogs,” said her daughter.

            Throughout her life she was guided by Quaker teachings of justice through social action. This led to her active involvement in the antiwar movements from the Vietnam war through the invasion of Iraq and the fight for racial justice, the United Farmworker’s grape and lettuce boycotts, anti-apartheid movement, the Women’s Movement and the fight for rights of the elderly, her son said. “She was an activist all her adult life. It took the Sixties to awaken her,” her daughter said. “She was a role model who never gave up fighting for equality for all. She never stopped trying to make the world a better place, and I am a better person because of her.”

            In addition to her son and daughter, survivors include two granddaughters.

            A memorial service is being planned for August.

 

—Jacques Kelly

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.

            See the obituaries of her parents, Gilbert Hollingsworth Alford and Kathryn A. Adams Alford in this compilation.

            Her lineage: Kathryn Hollingsworth 1936 MD¹, Gilbert Hollingsworth 1909 MD², Gilbert Haven 1882 MD³, Samuel Morgan 1852 MD⁴, James E. 1823 MD⁵, John 1800 MD⁶.

 

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KENNETH RANDALL “RANNY” ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Sunday, 5 October 2003

 

            Kenneth Randall Alford of Arbutus, MD and formerly of Conway S.C., devoted husband of the late Jean W. (nee Anderson) Alford, devoted father of John Edmondson, Connie Fish, Steven Edmondson and David Alford, devoted brother of Dotti Martin, Sheila Shanklin and James Alford, devoted grandfather of Carianne, Shaina, Anthony, Jonathan, Joey, Brittany Michael and Joshua.

            Friends may call at the Loudon Park Funeral Home, 3620 WilkensAve., Baltimore, on Sunday October 5, from 5 to 8 P.M. Funeral services 11:00 A.M. Monday October 6, at the funeral home. Interment Loudon Park Cemetery.

 

 

Photo from Loudon Park Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Joe Canner

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Kenneth R. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 7 Dec 1937, last residence Sykesville, Carroll Co., MD.

            See the obituary of his wife, Jean Wood Anderson Edmondson Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his parents, James Leo Alford and Dorothy Blanche Singleton Alford; and sister Dorothy Alford Martin in South Carolina Obituaries.

            From SSACI: Kenneth Ranny Alford was born 7 Dec 1937 in Conway, Horry Co., SC, son of James L. Alford and Dorothy B. Singleton.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Arthur Alford & Clarky Sarvis.

            His lineage: Kenneth Randall 1937 SC¹, James Leo 1911 SC², John Gray 1886 SC³, Harrison 1843 SC⁴, Harrison 1843 SC⁵, Arthur 1803 SC⁶, Arthur 1775 SC⁷.

 

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KIZER ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Thursday, 5 July 1990

 

            Alford—On July 2, 1990 Kizer beloved husband of Mrs. Gladys Alford, devoted father of Gertie Kennedy, James Lighty, Gloria Knox, Betty Tyson. Delores Mobley, Helen Alford and Kizer Alford, Jr. Also survived by nineteen grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren, one brother-in-law and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives.

            Friends may call at the St. Paul Baptist Church, 3101 The Alameda, on Friday after 10 A.M. where Family will receive friends at 7 P.M. Services 7:30 P.M. Interment Arbutus Memorial Park on Saturday 10 A.M. Arrangements by the Marshall W. Jones Jr. Funeral Home. P.A.

 

 

Photos from Arbutus Memorial Park, Arbutus, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, KDorsey

Kizer and Gladys Alford are on the left. Their daughters Delores Alford Mobley and Helen Alford (apparently still living) are in the center, and Betty Alford Tyson is on the right.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Kizer Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 3 Aug 1920 and died _____ July 1990, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituaries of his wife, Gladys Wingate Alford; and daughter Betty Lee Alford Tyson in this compilation.

 

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LA BELLE FUTCH ALFORD

 

SUNDAY STAR

Washington, DC—Sunday, 30 June 1963

 

 

Photo from Trinity Memorial Gardens, Waldorf, Charles Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, KarenBG

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

            We included the obituaries of her husband, George Wesley Alford, in Georgia Obituaries; and of her sister Jerry Mattie Futch Alford in Florida Obituaries.

            From District of Columbia, Marriage Records (Ancestry): La Belle Futch, age 31, married George W. Alford, age 31, on 24 Dec 1936 in DC.

 

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LAURA ALVORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—22 January 1896

 

            Miss Laura Alvord, aunt of Mrs. Thomas Craig, wife of Professor Craig, of the John’s Hopkins University, died yesterday [January 21] of old age at the home of Professor Craig, 1322 St. Paul street. She was ninety years old and was born in Rutland, Vt. Miss Alvord had been living in Baltimore eleven years. The body will be taken today to Rutland for burial.

 

Photo from Evergreen Cemetery, Rutland, Rutland Co., VT—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Jen Snoots

 

AAFA NOTES: We included the obituary of her brother Benjamin Alvord Sr. in District of Columbia Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.

            Her ALVORD lineage: Laura 1806 VT¹, William 1766 MA², Elisha 1731 MA³, Joseph 1697 MA⁴, Ebenezer 1665 MA⁵, Alexander 1627 England⁶, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England⁷.

 

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LAURA L. ALFORD

 

EVENING SUN

Baltimore, MD—Saturday, 27 August 1955

 

 

Photo from Druid Ridge Cemetery, Pikesville, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, fewest

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Samuel Morgan Alford and Willanna Pierce Alford; and siblings Gilbert Haven Alford and Mary Jane Alford Haslup in this compilation. We included the obituary of her sister Willanna Pierce Alford Tucker in Virginia Obituaries.

            Her lineage: Laura L. 1875 MD¹, Samuel Morgan 1852 MD², James E. 1823 MD³, John 1800 MD⁴.

 

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LAURA TUCKER CARMICHAEL ALFORD

Mother of Oliver Perry Alford III, AAFA #0754, and Virginia Carmichael Alford Johnston, AAFA #0811

 

Laura, about 1948

Photo posted to her entry at FamilySearch.org by Debbie Cotts

 

MORNING NEWS

Wilmington, New Castle Co., DE—Friday, 6 October 1950

 

 

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CHICAGO TRIBUNE

Chicago, Cook Co., IL—Tuesday, 3 October 1950

 

 

Photo from Oak Grove Cemetery, Lexington, VA—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Sandy Boyd

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her daughter, Laura Tucker Carmichael “Jean” Alford Staples, in this compilation. We included the obituary of her daughter Virginia Carmichael Alford Johnston in Kentucky Obituaries.

            We have not found an obituary for her son Oliver Perry Alford III (AAFA #0754), but we published an In Remembrance for him and included it in Alabama Obituaries.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of James Alford & Lucy Bailey.

            Her husband’s lineage: Oliver Perry 1880 LA¹, Oliver Perry 1827 KY², Nathaniel 1785 ??³, Charles 1752 VA⁴, James 1715 VA⁵.

 

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LAURA TUCKER CARMICHAEL “JEAN” ALFORD STAPLES

Sister of Oliver Perry Alford III, AAFA #0754; and Virginia Carmichael Alford Johnston, AAFA #0811

 

DAILY TIMES

Salisbury, Wicomico Co., MD—Saturday, 12 February 1977

 

CRISFIELD [Somerset Co.]—Mrs. Carmichael Alford Staples, 74, of Crisfield, died Friday in a Baltimore nursing home after a long illness.

            Born in Lexington, Va., she was a daughter of the late Oliver Perry and Laura Tucker Carmichael Alford. Mrs. Staples, who lived for a number of years in Queenstown, was a member of the Wicomico Art League.

            Surviving are two sons, George M. Staples III, Baltimore, and Allen Alford Staples, Furnace, Ky.; five grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Virginia Johnston, Louisville, Ky.; a brother, Oliver P. Alford Jr., Coral Gables, Fla., and several nieces and nephews.

            A memorial service will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Salisbury.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Carmichael Staples (SS# issued in IL) was born 10 Apr 1901 and died _____ Feb 1977, last residence Baltimore, Baltimore City, MD.

            See the obituary of her mother, Laura Tucker Carmichael Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of her sister Virginia Carmichael Alford Johnston in Kentucky Obituaries.

            We have not found an obituary for her brother Oliver Perry Alford III (AAFA #0754), but we published an In Remembrance for him and included it in Alabama Obituaries.

            Her husband was George McClellan Staples. From Find A Grave: He is buried in Ryder Cemetery, Lebanon, Marion Co., KY, where his wife is identified as Marian Clancy Staples.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of James Alford & Lucy Bailey.

            Her lineage: Laura Tucker Carmichael 1901 VA¹, Oliver Perry 1880 LA², Oliver Perry 1827 KY³, Nathaniel 1785 ?? ⁴, Charles 1752 VA⁵, James 1715 VA⁶.

 

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LEON ALLEN ALFORD

 

DENTON JOURNAL

Denton, Caroline Co., MD—Saturday, 2 March 1935

 

            Leon A. Alford, 31, son of Mrs. Elizabeth E. Alford and the late William A. Alford, died on Thursday of last week [February 21] at the home of his mother, following an illness of six weeks.

            Besides his mother, Mr. Alford is survived by three brothers and a sister, Lacy N. Alford, of Newark, Del.; Oscar Alford, of Smithville, and Earl Alford; and Miss Effie B. Alford, of Federalsburg.

            Funeral services were held at the residence Sunday, at 2 p.m., with interment in Hillcrest Cemetery.

 

Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Federalsburg, Caroline Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Dee H

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, William Allen Alford and Elizabeth E. Noble Alford; and siblings Effie B. Alford, Oscar Alford, and William Howard Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Lacy Norman Alford in Delaware Obituaries.

            In 1910 Leon A. Alford, age 7 born MD, is living American Corner, Caroline Co., MD, with his parents W.A. and Elizabeth Alford and his older siblings Effie, Oscar, Earl, and Howard. In 1920 (age 16) and 1930 (age 27) he is also with his parents in Caroline Co.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.

            His lineage: Leon Allen 1903 MD¹, William Allen 1855 MD², William 1827 MD³, Daniel 1799 MD⁴, Charles 1769 MD⁵.

 

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LESTER ALFORD

 

March Funeral Homes

Baltimore, MD—_____March 2005

 

 

March 16, 1924 – March 28, 2005

 

            Lester Alford, the youngest of sixteen children, was born on March 16, 1924 in Darlington, South Carolina. His life was departed on Monday, March 28, 2005 from a lengthy illness.

            Mr. Lester, as everyone called him, served several years in the United States Army. After leaving the United States Army, he later met the woman of his dreams, “Mae Dean.” After one week of courtship, they married on February 14, 1948, and from that union they had seven loving children. Mr. Lester retired from National Gypsun, Inc., after working there for over thirty-seven years.

            He was a dedicated Jehovah’s Witness for over fifty years and attended many different congregations throughout his life. Brother Alford spent most of his time at the Lafayette Congregation in Baltimore, MD where he served as a Ministerial Servant, Elder and Assistant Overseer. Everyone who met him loved him. He had a funny sense of humor and greeted you with a smile. Brother Alford loved the Field Ministry, both house to house and Informal Witnessing.

            He leaves to mourn: loving wife for close to sixty years of marriage, Mae Dean Alford; two daughters, Brenda Satterfield-Haley and Sherry L. Alford; five sons, Michael, Ricky, Jeffrey, Tanny and Antwan Alford; two dearest nephews, Dozier and Frank Alford; three daughters-in-law, Jean, Patricia and Anita Alford; son-in-law, William Haley; a host of other nephews and nieces, nineteen grandchildren, thirty-two great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren; and many friends near and far.

 

Photo from Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery, Owings Mills, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Jim Henwood

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Lester Alford (SS# issued in MD), last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituary of his wife, Mae Dean Alford, in this compilation.

 

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LEWIS HEATH HALFORD

 

MARYLAND GAZETTE

Annapolis, Anne Arundel Co., MD—7 July 2004

 

            Lewis Heath Halford, 53, of Glen Burnie died July 5 at Chesapeake Hospice House after a lengthy illness. The cause of death was not available.

            He was born Feb. 5, 1951, in Baltimore and lived in Glen Burnie all of his life.

            Mr. Halford was a mechanic for several companies. He served in the Navy during the Vietnam War era. Mr. Halford was an avid fan of the Baltimore Orioles and Baltimore Ravens.

            He was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis Heath Bennett and Maude A. ‘‘Peggy’’ Heber Halford; and his stepfather, Walter J. Halford.

            Survivors include two brothers, Stephen Halford of Nashville, Tenn., and Walter Halford Jr. of Annapolis; and one sister, Susan Delfert of Pennsylvania.

            Family and friends may visit from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. tomorrow at Kirkley-Ruddick Funeral Home, 421 Crain Highway S.E., Glen Burnie.

            Funeral services are private. Interment will be in Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville.

 

Photo from Crownsville Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, Anne Arundel Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Don Clark

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Lewis H. Halford (SS# issued in MD), last residence Glen Burnie, Anne Arundel Co., MD.

            See the obituary of his mother, Maude Agnes Heber “Peggy” Halford, in this compilation.

 

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LINDA LORRAINE ALFORD MOORE

 

Photo from her Find A Grave memorial

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—18 June 2007

 

            Dr. Linda L. Alford-Moore—Passed away on Thursday, June 14, 2007 beloved wife of Kevin P. Moore; sister of Geraldine Alford; a host of other relatives and friends.

            The late Dr. Alford-Moore may be viewed at Church of the Redeemer Presbyterian Church, 1423 Girard St., NE, Wednesday, June 20 from 10 a.m. until services 11 a.m. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery. Services by Stewart.

 

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From her Find A Grave memorial:

 

            Linda Lorraine was born on Jan 3, 1957 in Washington, DC, to the late Sterling Alford and Thelma Brown Alford.

            Linda leaves to cherish her memory husband Kevin Moore of Mitchellville, MD; a sister Geraldine Alford of Trenton, NJ; a brother-in-law Captain Lloyd B. Moore of Guthrie, OK; two sisters-in-law Kristina Gilbert of Lansdowne, PA, and Janis Moore of Philadelphia, PA; three uncles, Carl Brown of Washington, DC, Oscar Brown of Dayton, OH, and Tesla Alford (Francella) of Houston, TX; two aunts, Florida Evans and Myrtle Bradford, both of Las Vegas, NV; one godmother Dr. Alice S. Hilfiker of Silver Spring, MD; and her goddaughter Danielle Redding of Broomall, PA. She also leaves other relatives, family and friends.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Linda L. Alford Moore (SS# issued in DC) was born 3 Jan 1957, last residence not listed.

            See the obituaries of her parents, Sterling Gerald Alford and Thelma Brown Alford, in this compilation.

 

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LLOYD MASON ALFORD

 

SUN-NEWS

Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 23 July 1964

 

 

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TAMPA TRIBUNE

Tampa, Hillsborough Co., FL—Wednesday, 22 July 1964

 

BALTIMORE—Lloyd Mason Alford, 51, Baltimore yacht builder and brother of L.E. Alford, Tampa certified public accountant, died here Sunday [July 19].

            A World War II veteran, he was wounded in the Battle of the Bulge and was awarded the Purple Heart.

            Survivors include four other brothers, M.M. Alford, P.H. Alford, G.G. Alford and Harrison Alford, all of Conway, S.C., and four sisters, Mrs. Pennie L. Brown and Mrs. Lucy V. Brown, Conway, and Mrs. T.G. Owens and Mrs. Prudence B. Eassy, Greensboro, N.C.

 

 

Photos from State Branch Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Chuck Mull

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.

            We included the obituaries of his mother Lucy Armenta Watts Alford; and siblings Arthur Benjamin Alford, Gilbert Grey Alford, Harrison Alford, Lucy Victoria Alford Brown, Morris McGee Alford, Parker Heyward Alford Sr., Pennie Laurine Alford Brown, Prudence Bertha Alford Williams Goodwin Eassy, and Urlane Stanley Alford in South Carolina Obituaries; of his brother Lewis Emerson Alford Sr. in Florida Obituaries; and of his sister Mamie Estelle Alford Owens in North Carolina Obituaries.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Descendants of Arthur Alford & Clarky Sarvis.

            His lineage: Lloyd Mason 1913 SC¹, Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC², Harrison 1843 SC³, Arthur 1803 SC⁴, Arthur 1775 SC⁵.

 

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LOLA HELEN ALFORD WHITE

 

DENTON JOURNAL

Denton, Caroline Co., MD—Friday, 20 February 1959

 

            Mrs. Lola H. White, 71, widow of William W. White, died Tuesday night of last week [February 10] at her [home] in Walkertown, Federalsburg.

            Born in Friendship, the daughter of Daniel and Sarah Murphy Alford, Mrs. White lived in Caroline County all her life.

            Surviving are three sons, J. Clyde, Denton; Robert L., Salisbury, and Howard L., Baltimore; five daughters, Mrs. John L. Taylor, Baltimore; Mrs. George Isenhower, Seaford; Mrs. Dorothy Wright, Delmar, Del.; Mrs. Rowena Tyrrell, Hyattsville, and Mrs. Robert Leonard, Laurel, Del.; a brother, Thomas R. Alford, Osmond, Neb.; a sister, Mrs. Goldie E. Davis, Easton; 14 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

            Services were conducted by the Rev. Donald O. Clendaniel, of Christ Methodist Church, Saturday afternoon in the Framptom Funeral Home. Interment was in Hill Crest Cemetery.

 

Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Federalsburg, Caroline Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Dee H

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Daniel Alford Jr. and Sarah Ellen Murphy Alford; and brother Winfield E. “Winnie” Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her siblings Charles Alford and Goldie E. Alford Davis in Delaware Obituaries; and of her brother Thomas Roland Alford in Nebraska Obituaries.

            Her middle name is from Ancestry family trees.

            Find A Grave contributor Dottie Faye provided this expanded list of Lola’s children and grandchildren: sons: Clyde White, Howard White, Charles White, Oliver White, Robert White; daughters: Estella White Taylor, Elizabeth Helen White Isenhower, Dorothy White Wright, twins Roberta White Leonard and Rowena White Tyrell. Estella’s children: Alice Anne White Tyrell and Betty Jean, Taylor Romano; Elizabeth’s children: John Henry Isenhower and Dorothy Faye Isenhower Johnson (husband George Daniel Isenhower); Roberta’s children: Patricia Leonard Monaco, Phillip Leonard, and Thomas Leonard (husband Robert Leonard); Rowena’s children: Kenneth Tyrell and Bobbie Anne Tyrell (?) (husband Kenneth); Howard’s children: April White and Howard White and (?); Robert’s children, Robert, Phyllis White, Shirley White and (?).

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.

            Her lineage: Lola Helen 1887 MD¹, Daniel 1844 MD², Daniel 1799 MD³, Charles 1769 MD⁴.

 

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LONNIE ALFRED

 

FREDERICK NEWS-POST

Frederick, Frederick Co., MD—25 November 2014

 

 

            Mr. Lonnie Alfred, of Frederick, MD, died Sunday, November 23, 2014. Arrangements are by Gary L. Rollins Funeral Home, Frederick, MD.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.

 

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MABEL ELEANOR NONEMAKER ALFORD

 

Photo from Schimunek Funeral Home

 

BALTIMORE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Wednesday, 21 December 2016

 

            On December 20, 2016 M. Eleanor Alford (nee Nonemaker) passed away.

            She was the beloved wife of the late William Stanley Alford; devoted mother of Janet Eder, Robert Alford, Barbara Keelan, Nancy Phoebus, Doris Jedlanek, Gregory Alford, and the late Elaine Edwards; cherished grandmother of numerous loving grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

            Relatives and friends are invited to visit at Schimunek Funeral Home Inc., 9705 Belair Rd. Nottingham, MD 21236 on Thursday from 3-5 and 7-9 PM. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday at 10:30 AM at East Baltimore Church of Christ, where a wake will be held prior from 10 AM- 10:30 AM. Interment will follow at Parkwood Cemetery.

            In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Association….

 

Photo from Parkwood Cemetery and Mausoleum, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Lynne Shue

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.

            See the obituary of her husband’s parents, William Stanley Alford and Harriet Virginia “Hattie” Cornthwaite Alford, in this compilation.

            Her husband’s lineage, from Family Trees at Ancestry: William Stanley 1916 MD¹, William Stanley 1885 MD², William E. 1854 MD³, James E. 1823 MD⁴, John 1800 MD⁵.

 

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MABLE JANE CASE ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Sunday, 8 June 2008

 

            On June 6, 2008, Jane Alford (nee Case) beloved wife of Donald G. Alford, loving step-sister of Pat Wadsworth. Also survived by many loving relatives and friends.

            Friends are invited to call at the Burgee-Henss-Seitz Funeral Home Inc., 3631 Falls Road on Monday from 7 to 9P.M. and Tuesday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Services on Wednesday at 1P.M. Interment in Lake View Memorial Park.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mable J. Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 3 Aug 1950, last residence Baltimore, MD.

 

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MAE DEAN ALFORD

 

Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home

Waldorf, Charles Co., MD—_____ August 2012

 

Mae (Dean) Alford

1923 – 2012

 

            Mae Alford passed away peacefully on August 26, 2012 in Baltimore, Maryland. The family will receive friends on Wednesday September 12, 2012 from 10:30 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 4634 Bowley’s Lane and Gunther Avenue-Side B Baltimore, Maryland. Interment Garrison Forest Veteran’s Cemetery.

            Arrangements by Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home Waldorf, Maryland.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mae Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 19 Dec 1923, last residence not listed.

            See the obituary of her husband, Lester Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.

 

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MAHALA ANN GIDDINS ALFORD

 

From funeral program

Holy Temple Pentecostal Church

Baltimore, MD—Thursday, 26 March 1981

 

 

From funeral program

Holy Temple Pentecostal Church

Baltimore, MD—Thursday, 26 March 1981

 

            Mahala Ann Alford, daughter of the late Appy and Lillie Giddins was born May 24, 1913 in Baltimore, Maryland. After joining the Church of God in 1941, she was converted at the age of 28. While at that church she became acquainted with the Field Evangelist and Ruling Elder, the late Albert Alford [sic—Warren Alford]. They joined in a union of marriage on August 23, 1942.

            Mahala departed this life on March 22, 1981 and leaves to mourn: a devoted daughter and son - Shirley and Wayne; a grandson - Terry; two sisters - Katherine Lee and Lillian Smith; and one brother - James Giddins. She also leaves a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

            Sister Mahala will be greatly missed by all of those blessed to have their lives touched by her.

 

Photo from Gardens of Eternal Hope Cemetery, Finksburg, Carroll Co. MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Miriam

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates (listed as March 1981) of Mahala Alford (SS# issued in MD).

            Wayne Alford, Warren and Mahala’s son, provides this information: Mahala’s father was Appie Giddins of Charlotte Court House, Charlotte Co., VA. Her mother was Lillie Wilson of Accomack Co., VA. Her husband was Warren Alford of Sylvester, Worth Co., GA. Wayne provided this photo of his father:

 

 

            On his 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card [Ancestry], Warren Alford is age 26, a married laborer working for the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad and living in TyTy, Tift Co., GA. He says he was born 7 April 1891 [sic] in Acree, GA. There is currently an Acree in Dougherty Co., GA, but there was also an Acree in Worth Co., GA, at one time, and this is no doubt where he was born. Warren’s brother Sloan/Sloran also lists Acree, GA, as his birth place on his WWII Draft Registration Card.

            On the 1900 census, Waren age 8 b. Apr 1892 in GA, is listed with his parents and 6 of his siblings in Militia District 1346, Worth Co., GA, dwelling #555: Tom Aulford, farmer age 60 b. May 1840, m. 16 years; his wife Hattie 27 b. May 1874, 8 children, 7 living; and 7 children. All and their parents were b. in GA.

            In 1910 Warren is in Militia District 1602, Worth Co., GA, dwelling #1: John Jenkins, farmer age 34 b. GA; and partner Warren Alford 18 GA. Warren’s parents are in Militia District 1428, Worth Co., GA, dwelling #202: Tom Alford Sr., age 50 b. GA, and Hattie 40 b. GA, 11 children, 10 living. Eight children are listed.

            In 1920 Tom, age 65, Hattie, age 48, and 3 of their children are in Pine Hill, Worth Co., GA, dwelling #139. All were b. in GA.

            In 1930 Thomas, age 55 b. GA, and his wife Hattie, age 40 b. GA, are living in Egg Harbor City, Atlantic Co., NJ. Thomas was age 20 at first marriage, and Hattie was 16. Thomas says his mother was b. in Africa; all other parents were b. in U.S.

            Warren has not been located in 1920 or 1930. On all censuses, the family is listed as black.

            Wayne Alford reports that his grandfather Tom Alford married Hattie Hurse, and that Tom was the victim of an unsolved homicide in Philadelphia, PA. Tom Alford was born a slave; interestingly, he named his two eldest sons Warren and Green, common first names for white Alfords, and perhaps a clue about Tom’s Worth County owners.

            Wayne provided this photo of Hattie Hurse Alford:

 

 

            Mahala’s husband Warren’s lineage: Warren 1892 GA¹, Thomas/Tom 18?? GA².

 

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MARCELLOUS C. ALFORD

 

SOMERSET HERALD

Princess Anne, Somerset Co., MD—Wednesday, 13 September 2006

 

CRISFIELD [Somerset Co.]—Marcellous C. Alford, 26, died in a fatal accident on Route 667 in Hopewell, Md., on Friday, Sept. 1, 2006.

            A memorial service was held Sunday at Woodrow Wilson Memorial Center in Crisfield. Interment will be private. Services are being handled by Anthony E. Ward Funeral Home in Crisfield.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Marcellous C. Alford (SS# issued in PA) was born 15 Nov 1979, last residence not listed.

            See the obituary of his brother Arthur Terrell Alford in this compilation.

 

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MARGARET ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Thursday, 13 July 1893

 

DIED

 

            Alford—On 12th July, at 1:15 A.M., Miss Margaret Alford.

            The funeral will take place from the residence of her niece, Mrs. Albaugh, at No. 832 North Stricker street, on Friday afternoon, at four o’clock. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Interment at Greenmount Cemetery.

 

Photo from Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Debbie

 

AAFA NOTES: Margaret shares a gravestone with Lucie Steed. According to Lucie’s obituary, she died 2 Oct 1935 and was the “cousin of the late Mrs. William E. Alford,” who is probably Sarah Eliza White Alford. Sarah (see her obituary in this compilation) died the previous month on 9 Sept 1935.

 

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MARGARET A. FIORINO ALFORD

 

Evans Funeral Chapel

Parkville, Baltimore Co., MD—_____ November 2013

 

            On November 1, 2013, Margaret A. Alford (nee Fiorino), of Rosedale; beloved wife of the late Thomas Alford, Sr.; devoted mother of Margaret Alford, Thomas Alford, Jr. and his wife Deborah M., Mary Bush, George Alford and the late Doris Knill; loving grandmother of Joanie, Jennifer, Christina and Ryan; great grandmother of Caitlyn, Christian, Hailey, James, Brayden, Giuliana, Isabella and Marina.

            Family and friends will honor Margaret’s life at the family owned Evans Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services – Parkville, 8800 Harford Rd. on Monday, 3-5 & 7-9 PM. A funeral liturgy will be held 10 AM Tuesday at St. Ursula Catholic Church. Interment Gardens of Faith Cemetery.

 

Photo from Gardens of Faith Cemetery, Rosedale, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Lynne Shue

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Margaret A. Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 25 Apr 1928, last residence not listed.

            See the obituary of her husband, Thomas H. Alford Sr., in this compilation.

 

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MARGARET ELEANOR ALFORD BYRON JACKSON LIPSCOMB

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Saturday, 15 April 1978

 

            Lipscomb, Margaret E. On April 13, 1978, of Lanham, Md., beloved wife of the late Edward P. Lipscomb; mother of Buddy, Beverly, Sandra, Edward, Rose Marie and John; she also is survived by five brothers and four sisters and fifteen grandchildren.

            Friends may call at Gasch Funeral Home, 4739 Baltimore ave., Hyattsvile, Md., from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., on Sunday, where services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, April 17. Interment Arlington National Cemetery.

 

 

Photos from Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Arlington Co., VA—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, David McInturff

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Margaret Lipscomb was born 5 Jan 1916 and died _____ April 1978 (SS# issued in DC), last residence not listed.

            See the obituaries of her parents, Delis Collier Alford Sr. and Charlotte M. Pinkney Alford; and siblings Delis Collier Alford Jr., Ethel May Alford Holliday, and Ollie Dale Alford Windsor in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Edwin Franklin Alford Sr. in Florida Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.

            Her lineage: Margaret Eleanor 1916 ID¹, Delis Collier 1880 MS², Jeptha Josephus 1854 MS³, Ira Payne 1822 MS⁴, Edwin Barksdale 1792 NC⁵, Jacob 1761 NC⁶, Julius 1717 VA⁷, James 1687 VA⁸, John 1645 VA⁹.

 

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MARGARET VIRGINIA ADDISON ALFORD

 

EVENING SUN

Baltimore, MD—Monday, 29 June 1964

 

 

Photo from Lorraine Park Cemetery, Woodlawn, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, KDorsey

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

            See the obituaries of her husband, Edward Thomas White Alford; and son William E. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her daughter Gertrude Virginia Alford in New York Obituaries.

 

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MARTHA ALFORD DEW

 

EVENING SUN

Baltimore, MD—Wednesday, 22 April 1964

 

 

Photo from Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Debbie

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

            See the obituaries of her parents, William E. Alford and Sarah Eliza White Alford; and brothers Edward Thomas White Alford and William Stanley Alford in this compilation.

            Her lineage: Martha 1879 MD¹, William E. 1854 MD², James E. 1823 MD³, John 1800 MD⁴.

 

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MARTHA ALVORD SPILLER

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Monday, 22 September 1930

 

 

Photo from Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Arlington Co., VA—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Paul Hays

 

AAFA NOTES: We included the obituary of her father, Benjamin Alvord Jr., in District of Columbia Obituaries.

            Margaret shares a gravestone with her husband, Oliver Loving Spiller, and her sister, Katherine Alvord Spiller, Oliver’s second wife.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.

            Her ALVORD lineage: Margaret 1891 NY¹, Benjamin 1860 WA Territory², Benjamin 1813 VT³, William 1766 MA⁴, Elisha 1731 MA⁵, Joseph 1697 MA⁶, Ebenezer 1665 MA⁷, Alexander 1627 England⁸, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England⁹.

 

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MARTHA LEONA ALFORD SCHMAELING

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—18 November 2005

 

            Schmaeling, Martha Leona (Age 92)—On Monday, November 14, 2005, formerly of Greenbelt, MD.

            Loving wife of Chester A. Schmaeling; aunt of Thelma Hammerman.

            Relatives and friends may call on Monday, November 21, 2005 from 11:30 a.m. until time of services at 12:30 p.m. at Gasch’s Funeral Home, P.A., 4739 Baltimore Ave., Hyattsville, MD. Interment Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham.

 

Photo from Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, Prince George’s Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Stan Jett

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Martha L. Schmaeling (SS# issued in MD) was born 23 Apr 1913 [different than gravestone and SSACI], last residence not listed.

            We included the obituary of her sister Ruth Lila Alford Johnson in Connecticut Obituaries.

            From SSACI: Martha Leona Schmaeling was born 26 Apr 1913 in Oakville, Litchfield Co., CT, daughter of Fred R. Alford and Lizzie M. Craft.

            Her lineage: Martha Leona 1913 CT¹, Fred Ralph 1878 CT², William H. 1846 England³, Henry 1818 England⁴, Joseph ???? England⁵.

 

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MARY A. FOLGER ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Tuesday, 1 April 1902

 

            Mrs. Mary A. Alford, widow of Samuel M. Alford, died Saturday [March 29] after a short illness of paralysis at her home 1230 North Calvert street.

            She was born in New York 74 years ago, but had lived in Baltimore for 35 years. She was a sister of the late Edward F. Folger, for many years president of the Maryland Steamboat Company.

            Mrs. Alford was a member of the Second Presbyterian Church.

            She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Robert H. Smith, wife of a well known attorney, who is ill at his home, at the above address.

 

In another article:

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Wednesday, 2 April 1902

 

            The funeral of Mrs. Mary A. Alford, widow of Samuel M. Alford, who died at the home of her son-in-law, Mr. Robert H. Smith, 1230 North Calvert street, on Saturday night [March 29], took place yesterday afternoon. Services were conducted by Rev. T. Holmes Walker, pastor of the Second Presbyterian Church.

            The pallbearers were Messrs. Reuben Foster, W.T. Fossett, Evans, Sipple, Small, McKenzie, Shepard and Stewart. Interment was in the family lot in Greenmount Cemetery. Evans & Spence were the funeral directors.

 

Photo from Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, E. Hanson

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her children Charles H. Alford, Helen Alford Smith, and Myra H. Alford in this compilation.

            Probate article:

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—1 May 1902

 

            The will of Mrs. Mary A. Alford, admitted to probate in the Orphans Court yesterday, divides her property among her two daughters and son—Mrs. Robert H. Smith, Myra H. Alford and Charles H. Alford. Letters were granted to Robert H. Smith, as executor, the bond being for $3,000. The will was executed January 7, 1876.

 

1900 Census

Baltimore (Ward 13), MD, dwelling #102:

 

Robert H. Smith         head                  54   b. Dec 1845     PA PA PA

                                                                                             Married 27 years

Helen H.                      wife                   51   b. Aug 1848    NY CT NY

                                                                                             2 children, 1 living

Helen A.                      dau                    21   b. Apr 1878     MD PA NY

Mary A. Alford         mother-in-law   82   b. Oct 1817     NY NY NY        widow

            and 2 servants

 

1880 Census

Baltimore (District 12), MD, dwelling #12:

 

Mary A. Alford         head                  53            NY MA NY         widow

Robt Smith                 son-in-law         24            PA PA PA            lawyer

Helen A. Smith           daughter            22            NY CT NY

Chas. H. Alford          son                    30            NY CT NY          fruit packer

Mirah Alford              daughter            26            CT CT NY

Helen A. Smith           granddaughter     2            MD PA NY

+ 2 servants

Robt and Helen’s ages appear to be off by 10 years.

 

1870 Census

Baltimore (Ward 6), MD, dwelling #12:

 

Edward F. Folger    45            NY         Pres’t (Maryland Co.)

Mary A. Alford     42            NY

Helen A.                  22            NY

Chas. H.                  20            NY         Clerk (Steamboat Co.)

Mirah                      17            CT

+ 2 servants

 

1850 Census (Sept 12)

New York Ward 9 District 1, NY, dwelling #1329:

 

Samuel Alford        27            CT          merchant

Mary Alford          22            NY

Helen Alford             3            NY

Charles Alford          1            NY

Hannah Strong        65            CT

 

            From U.S., Dutch Reformed Church Records from Selected States, 1660-1926 (Ancestry): Mary Ann Folger was born 20 Nov 1827 and baptized 25 March 1828 in New York City, NY, at the South Dutch Church, daughter of Benjamin H Folger and Ann Disbrow.

            Samuel M. Alford is listed as Samuel M. Alvord on page 176 of The Burke and Alvord Memorial. He was the son of Nathaniel Alvord/Alford and Eunice Strong [p. 175].

            Hannah Strong, living with her nephew Samuel Alford in 1850, is the sister of Eunice Strong, wife of Samuel M. Alford’s father, Nathaniel Alford. Hannah and Eunice were daughters of Abel Strong and Elizabeth Wakeman.

            Also in 1850 (July 31) Hannah Strong, age 53 born CT is living with another nephew, Samuel’s brother Nathaniel Alford in Windsor, Hartford Co., CT. Nathaniel and Samuel’s brother Elijah Strong Alford is also in this household.

            In 1860 Hannah Strong, age 74, is living with her sister Eunice Alford, age 70, and the family of Eunice’s son E.S. (Elijah Strong) Alford in Windsor, Hartford Co., CT.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.

            Her husband’s lineage: Samuel M. 1823 CT¹, Nathaniel 1781 CT², Jonathan 1745 CT³, Jonathan 1720 CT⁴, Jeremiah 1692 CT⁵, Jeremiah 1655 CT⁶, Benedict 1619 England⁷.

 

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MARY E. LAMB ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Monday, 18 April 1966

 

            Alford—On April 16, 1966, Mary E., of 1010 West Barre street; beloved wife of John A. Alford and sister of Mrs. Allie M. Travis, Mrs. Ruby Lee Groce, Mr. Robert E. Lamb, Mr. Calvin J. Lamb, of Asheville, N.C., Mr. William K. Lamb of Columbia, S.C. and Mrs. Margaret Hall of Oteen, N.C.

            Services at the McCully Funeral Home, 130 East Fort avenue, on Wednesday at 11 A.M.

            Interment in Cedar Hill Cemetery….

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

 

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MARY GREEN ALFORD INTELLINI

AAFA #0707

Sister of LaRue Alford King, AAFA #0701

 

 

NEWS & OBSERVER

Raleigh, Wake Co., NC—Friday, 4 October 2002

Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2003

 

SILVER SPRING, MD—Mary Alford Intellini, of Silver Spring [Montgomery Co.], MD.

            Beloved wife of the late William Richard Intellini, died October 1, 2002, at Holy Cross Hospital, Silver Spring, MD. Daughter of the late Benjamin Smith Alford Sr. and Lula Stallings Alford. She was born Apri1 24, 1924, in Bunn, North Carolina.

            She is survived by her son, Richard Anthony Intellini, Woodbridge, VA; daughter, Linda Marie Intellini Figert and husband, Karl of Silver Spring, MD; grandmother of Lynley Kristen and Lauren Intellini; Lynmarie and William Figert; great grandmother of Kaylee Ann Intellini Villagomez. Sister of LaRue A. King and Marjorie A. Mathias of Bunn, NC, Sallie A. Pappas, Newport News, VA, Freddie L. Alford, Youngsville, NC. Sister-in-law of Elizabeth W. and Pauline B. Alford of Bunn, NC. Also survived by many loving and caring nieces and nephews.

            She was preceded in death by brothers, Benjamin R., James M., John “Buck” D. and Benjamin S., Jr., Alford; and her sister, Frances Ophelia; brothers-in-law, Robert King, John Pappas, and Harold Mathias; sister-in-law, Sudie M. Alford.

            Mary graduated from Bunn High School and Hardbargers Business School, in Raleigh, North Carolina. She began her career with the Naval Department in Washington, DC in 1943 and later worked for the Department of Labor, in Washington, DC. She retired in 1985.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary A. Intellini (SS# issued in NC) was born 23 April 1924, which conflicts with both the obituary and AAFA records from Mary.

            We included the obituaries of her parents, Benjamin Smith Alford Sr. and Lula Ford Stallings Alford; and siblings Benjamin Randolph “Ran” Alford Sr., Frances Ophelia Alford, Freddy Lemuel Alford, James Marget Alford, John D. “Buck” Alford, and LaRue Alford King in North Carolina Obituaries.

            From Gil Alford: Mary came late to AAFA and our Alford work by some standards. She and sister LaRue Alford King came to the Richmond, VA, meeting in 1994. It was obvious that she had been working on her Alford genealogy a long time—probably longer than many of us. When most folks write, they send a letter of a couple of pages and maybe a few pages of enclosures. When Mary wrote, it came in a box. We have a large segment of one shelf dedicated to her input. When most folks call, they talk for just a few minutes. When Mary called you dropped whatever you were doing because you were going to be on the phone for an hour or more. The lady exuded Alford information. Several of us got to know Mary and LaRue quite well at the last Raleigh, NC meeting as they made all of the tours with us. For one day they were two of a handful of us cooped up in an SUV piloted by Ramona Alford Darden. On the larger tour when we did the state capitol, Mary will always be remembered as the one who fell down the capitol stairs. She and LaRue had plans and arrangements made to attend the 2002 meeting in Salt Lake City. In fact Mary had already knitted a couple of items that she sent ahead to be used as special gifts or prizes. She died just two weeks before the meeting. She will be missed.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Lockhard Alford and Tabitha Cook.

            Her lineage: Mary Green 1924 NC¹, Benjamin Smith 1888 NC², James Oliver Bennett 1855 NC³, Bennett Henry 1818 NC⁴, Lockhard H. 1790 NC⁵.

 

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MARY JANE ALFORD HASLUP

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Tuesday, 29 October 1957

 

 

Photo from Druid Ridge Cemetery, Pikesville, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, fewest

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Samuel Morgan Alford and Willanna Pierce Alford; and siblings Gilbert Haven Alford and Laura L. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her sister Willanna Pierce Alford Tucker in Virginia Obituaries.

            Her lineage: Mary Jane 1878 MD¹, Samuel Morgan 1852 MD², James E. 1823 MD³, John 1800 MD⁴.

 

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MARY JANE EDMUNDSON ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Monday, 15 March 1886

 

DIED

 

            Alford—On 13th of March, after a short illness, Mary J. Alford, aged 64 years, beloved wife of James E. Alford

            Relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend her funeral from her late residence, No. 304 North Eden street, this (Monday) afternoon at three o’clock.

 

Photo from Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Kyle Kendrick

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, James E. Alford; children Ella N. Alford Dunbracco, Frank T. Alford, George C. Alford, Samuel Morgan Alford; and William E. Alford; and daughter-in-law Ida Jackson Alford in this compilation.

            From Alford Ancestry family tree (Ancestry): Mary Jane Edmundson was born 13 Feb 1822 in Baltimore, the daughter of Joseph Edmundson and Elizabeth Marsh.

 

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MARY LOUISE SUHROFF ALFORD

 

MORNING HERALD

Hagerstown, Washington Co., MD—Wednesday, 6 August 1975

 

            Mrs. Mary L. Alford, 49, of 307 Columbia Avenue, died Monday [August 4] evening at her home.

            Born in Far Rockaway, N.Y., she was the daughter of William and Margaret Mead Suhrhoff.

            She was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church. She had served as a captain in the United States Air Force and had served on the nursing staff in Korea.

            She is survived by her husband, Donald L. Alford; one son, Donald W. Alford, at home; and one half-sister, Miss Marian Suhrhoff of Long Island, N.Y.

            Services will be conducted at the Gerald N. Minnich Funeral Home, 305 N. Potomac St., Thursday at 11 a.m…. Burial will be in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park….

 

Photo from Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, Hagerstown, Washington Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Raymond Polen

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary Alford (SS# issued in NY) was born 24 May 1926 and died _____ Aug 1975, last residence not listed.

            See the obituary of her husband, Donald Lee Alford, in this compilation.

 

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MARY M. ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—9 June 1865

 

            Alford—On the 8^th instant, Mary M., widow of John Alford, aged 73 years.

            Her relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend her funeral this (Friday) afternoon at five o’clock, from the residence of her son, James H. Alford, No. 132 South High street.

 

AAFA NOTES: According to the records of Mount Olivet Cemetery in Baltimore, she is buried there but has no gravestone.

 

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MARY SOPHIA ALFORD COLBERT

Aunt of Leon Morton Alford Jr., AAFA #1130

 

HARTFORD COURANT

Hartford, Hartford Co., CT—Friday, 3 June 1983

 

            Mrs. Mary (Alford) Colbert, 90, of 1417 Highland Drive, Silver Spring, Md., formerly of the Poquonock section of Windsor, died Thursday (June 2) at her home.

            Born in Windsor, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Kate (Merriman) Alford. She was the widow of Benjamin H. Colbert. She was a member of the Poquonock Community Church.

            She leaves a son, Frank A. Colbert of Murray Hill, N.J.; two daughters, Mrs. Alice C. Watson of Silver Spring, Md., with whom she made her home, and Mrs. Nancy C. Sampson of Westminster, Mass.; nine grandchildren, and a great-grandchild.

            Funeral services will be Saturday, graveside, in Elm Grove Cemetery, Poquonock, at 2 p.m…. The Carmon-Poquonock Funeral Home, 1816 Poquonock Ave., Poquonock, has charge of arrangements.

 

Photo from Elm Grove Cemetery, Windsor, Hartford Co., CT—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Marie Bonafonte

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary Colbert (SS# issued in MD) was born 9 Jan 1893 and died _____ June 1983, last residence Silver Spring, Montgomery Co., MD.

            We included the obituaries of her parents, Frank Wells Alford and Kate Luess Merriman Bates Alford; and siblings Alden Euclid Alford, Alice Viets Alford Morgan, and Leon Morton Alford Sr. in Connecticut Obituaries; and her sister Elsie Merriman Alford Bensenhaver in Vermont Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.

            Her lineage: Mary Sophia 1893 CT¹, Frank Wells 1856 CT², Euclid W. 1813 CT³, William 1774 CT⁴, Joseph 1748 CT⁵, Jonathan 1720 CT⁶, Jeremiah 1692 CT⁷, Jeremiah 1655 CT⁸, Benedict 1619 England⁹, Thomas 1598 England¹⁰.

 

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MATTHIAS ALFORD

 

REPUBLICAN STAR

Easton, Talbot Co., MD—Tuesday, 5 April 1825

 

            Died—In Caroline county, on Wednesday the 23d ult. [March 23] Mr. Mathias Alford, in the 67^th year of his age.

            Mr. A. has left a widow and family and a large circle of friends, who will long lament his loss.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his son John Alford in this compilation.

            He is listed on the 1790, 1800, 1810, and 1820 censuses in Caroline Co., MD, as Mathias, Matthew, and Matthias Alford. AAFA records generally list him as Matthias.

            His wife was Lilly Waddell.

 

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MAUDE AGNES “PEGGY” HEBER BENNETT HALFORD

 

THE CAPITAL

Annapolis, Anne Arundel Co., MD—Thursday, 14 October 1999

 

            Maude Agnes Heber “Peggy” Halford, 66, a longtime civic activist and businesswoman and resident of Glen Burnie [Anne Arundel Co.] for 41 years, died Oct. 11 at North Arundel Hospital. She had chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

            Ms. Halford was born on New Year’s Day 1933 in Ellicott City [Howard Co.]. She retired in 1989 after working 25 years in real estate.

            As a member of the Anne Arundel County Board of Realtors, she was president of the Associate Division and was instrumental in combining the boards into one.

            She served two years on the board of directors and was president of the Women’s Council. She initiated a scholarship fund and was chairman of the entertainment committee for seven years and chairman of the R.E.P.C. and political affairs committees. She helped initiate and was the first ticket chairman for the Realtors Hospital Fund.

            In the late 1970s she served for two terms as president of the North Arundel County Businessmen’s Association. From 1983 to 1985 she was president of the North Anne Arundel County Women’s Democratic Club and from 1984 to 1986 she was member at large of the State Democratic Central Committee of Anne Arundel County.

            In 1991 she volunteered for Johns Hopkins Asthma and Allergy Center. She was vice president of the Glen Burnie Park Civic Association and active in Boy Scouts.

            Surviving are four children, Lewis H. Halford of Glen Burnie, Stephen D. Halford of Maryland Heights, Mo., John Halford of Annapolis, and Susan Delfert of Holtwood, Pa.; seven grandchildren; and her father, Henry Heber, of Gettysburg, Pa.

            She was the sister of the late Katherine Clemons and John Heber.

            A memorial service will be held at noon Saturday at Glen Burnie Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 710 Aquahart Road, Glen Burnie. Burial will be private. Arrangements are by Fink Funeral Home in Glen Burnie....

 

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THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Saturday, 16 October 1999

 

            Maude A. Halford, a Glen Burnie Realtor who established a real estate firm bearing her name, died Monday from complications of lung disease at North Arundel Hospital. She was 66.

            Mrs. Halford, known as Peggy, began her real estate career in 1964, and worked for several real estate agents before establishing her firm, Peggy Halford and Associates, on Crain Highway in 1983 after earning her broker’s license. She also earned a master’s certificate in residential and commercial appraisal. She had been president of the Associate Division of the Anne Arundel County Board of Realtors and the Board of Realtors’ Women’s Council, where she initiated a scholarship fund. She also was the first chairwoman of the Realtors’ Hospital Fund and served two terms as president of the North Arundel County Businessmen’s Association. She retired in 1989.

            Active in Anne Arundel County Democratic politics, she had been chairwoman of the North Arundel County Women’s Democratic Club, and was a member at large of the State Democratic Central Committee of Anne Arundel County from 1984 to 1986. She also had served as vice president of the Glen Burnie Park Civic Association during the mid-1970s. The former Maude A. Heber was born and reared in Elkridge, Howard County, and later left school to help support her family.

            Her marriages to Lewis Heath Bennett and Walter J. Halford Sr. ended in divorce. She was a member of Glen Burnie Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 710 Aquahart Road, Glen Burnie, where a memorial service will be held at noon tomorrow.

            Mrs. Halford is survived by three sons, Lewis H. Halford of Glen Burnie, W. John Halford Jr. of Annapolis, and Stephen D. Halford of Maryland Heights, Mo.; a daughter, Susan Delfert of Holtwood, Pa.; her father, Henry H. Heber of Gettysburg, Pa.; and seven grandchildren.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Maude A. Halford (SS# issued in MD), last residence Glen Burnie, Anne Arundel Co., MD.

            See the obituary of her son Lewis Heath Halford in this compilation.

 

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MAXINE PEACOCK OATES ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Friday, 16 May 2003

 

            On May 9, 2003, Bishop Maxine Alford, beloved mother of Ernestine Richardson and Reginald Oats. She also leaves to cherish her precious memory one brother William Peacock, six grandchildren Lacricia Lovett, Shallimara Perry, Danney Perry, Octavia Timmons, Lenwood Richardson and Quartney Neal, 23 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

            The family will receive friends on Friday, May 16 at the Howell Funeral Home, 4600 Liberty Heights Ave. from 3 to 7 P.M. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday in the Sanctuary of Mt. Zion Apostolic Church, 4401 Liberty Heights Ave…. Interment Druid Ridge Cemetery.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Maxine Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 9 Feb 1930, last residence Randallstown, Baltimore Co., MD.

            From SSACI: Maxine Peacock was born 9 May 2003 in Benson, Johnston Co., NC, daughter of William P. Peacock and Indora Evans. She is listed as:

 

1949    Maxine Oates

1958    Maxine Oates Alford

2003    Maxine Alford

 

            From North Carolina, Birth Indexes (Ancestry): Maxine Peacock, black, was born in 1930 in Johnston Co., daughter of William Preston Peacock and Indora Evans.

 

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MYRA H. ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Monday, 23 January 1893

 

            Alford—On January 21, after a long illness, Miss Myra H. Alford.

            Funeral from her late residence, No. 1270 North Calvert street, on Tuesday, January 24, at 3 P.M. Friends are invited. Interment private. Please omit flowers.

 

Photo from Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, E. Hanson

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her mother, Mary A. Folger Alford; and siblings Charles H. Alford and Helen Alford Smith in this compilation.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.

            Her lineage: Myra H. 1853 CT¹, Samuel M. 1823 CT², Nathaniel 1781 CT³, Jonathan 1745 CT⁴, Jonathan 1720 CT⁵, Jeremiah 1692 CT⁶, Jeremiah 1655 CT⁷, Benedict 1619 England⁸.

 

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NESHA DEAN ALFORD FORTNER

 

PADUCAH SUN

Paducah, McCracken Co., KY—Sunday, 11 October 2009

 

CLINTON [Hickman Co.], Ky.—Services for Nesha Alford Fortner, 71, of Bel Air, Md., will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Brown Funeral Home in Clinton…. Burial will be at Mount Moriah Cemetery.

            Mrs. Fortner died Friday [October 9] at Stella Maris Hospice in Timonium [Baltimore Co.], Md.

            She was a registered nurse at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tenn., and a member of Hebron Baptist Church in Mississippi and Salem United Methodist Church.

            Surviving are her husband, Clarence Fortner; one son, George Wayne Fortner Sr. of Bel Air; one daughter, Kathryn Ann Klass of Apex, N.C.; and five grandchildren.

            She was preceded in death by one sister and one brother. Her parents were Clinton and Aubrau Zantula Ware Alford….

 

Photo from Mount Moriah Baptist Church Cemetery, Clinton, Hickman Co., KY—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Charles Gholson

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Nesha Fortner (SS# issued in MS) was born 10 Apr 1938, last residence Bel Air, Harford Co., MD.

            We included the obituaries of her parents, Clinton Alford and Arbrau Ware Alford, in Mississippi Obituaries; and of her sister Annie Lorine Alford Hudson in Arizona Obituaries.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Littleberry B. Alford and Mary Butler.

            Her lineage: Nesha Dean 1938 MS¹, Clinton 1901 MS², James 1871 MS³, Little Green 1855 MS⁴, Churchwell 1830 AL⁵, Littleberry 1801 NC⁶.

 

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NICHOLAS ROBERT ALFORD

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Saturday, 17 January 1998

 

            Suddenly on Wednesday, January 14, 1998, Nicholas Robert Alford, of Crofton, MD. Beloved son of Scott J. and Karla Sippel Alford; brother of Paige Ruff, Ryan Alford and Patrick Ruff; grandson of Robert B. and Loretta Alford and Kenneth and Irene Sippel.

            Relatives and friends may call at the Robert E. Evans Funeral Home, Inc., Rte 450 and Race Track Rd., Bowie, MD on Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service at St. Paul’s Chapel, Crownsville Rd. and General’s Highway, Crownsville, MD on Monday, January 19, 1998 at 11 a.m. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens.

 

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WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—_____ January 1998

 

            Anne Arundel County police said yesterday that a Crofton toddler was killed by his babysitter’s boyfriend while his parents were out having dinner Tuesday night.

            Police and investigators said they still are investigating the death of 17 month-old Nicholas Robert Alford and would release little information, except to say that he died of severe head injuries.

            Zenon Cantu Jr., who investigators believe was the only person taking care of Nicholas at the time of his death, was arrested yersterday and charged with first-degree murder.

            Cantu, 25, of Pasadena, is being held without bond at the Anne Arundel County Detention Center, police said.

            Police would not say whether Nicholas was struck on the head or whether he had suffered injuries from being shaken or dropped.

            According to police, the child’s parents went out to dinner Tuesday, leaving their three children—including Nicholas’ 9-year-old sister and 6-year-old brother—with a babysitter. A spokesman for the county prosecutor said they believe the woman, whom police did not identify, was a regular sitter for the Alfords.

            At some point during the evening, Cantu, the babysitter’s boyfriend, visited the home. Police said Nicholas was last seen alive about 7:30 p.m., in Cantu’s presence. Police did not say whether the parents checked on the baby when they returned home.

            The boy’s body was found the next morning, police said. An autopsy Thursday showed that he died of head trauma, and established the time of death to be when he was in Cantu’s sole custody. Police did not say where the babysitter was at that time.

            Police spokesman Sgt. Ed Bergin said he did not know if the babysitter would be charged in the boy’s death, but said the investigation was continuing.

            The Alford family could not be reached for comment.

 

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ODETTE MANDEVILLE ALVORD

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—30 May 1997

 

            Odette Alvord, 80, an administrative secretary at the International Monetary Fund from 1946 to 1981, when she retired from the office of the Japanese director, died during heart surgery May 27 at Washington Hospital Center. She lived in Chevy Chase.

            Mrs. Alvord was a secretary and concert and radio pianist in her native Montreal before moving to Washington in 1946.

            She was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Bethesda.

            Her husband, Herbert B. Alvord, died in 1976.

            Survivors include a son, Daniel M. Alvord of Chevy Chase and a sister, Edmonde Whitney of Phoenix.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Odette Alvord (SS# issued in DC) was born 21 April 1917, last residence Chevy Chase, Montgomery Co., MD.

            See the obituary of her husband, Herbert Burr Alvord Sr., in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.

            She was the Herbert’s second wife.

            From SSACI: Odette Mandeville Alvord was born 21 Apr 1917 in Montreal, Canada, daughter of Jean B. Mandeville and Eva A. Beaupre.

 

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OLLIE DALE ALFORD WINDSOR

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Sunday, 21 October 1962

 

            On Saturday, October 20, 1962, Ollie Dale Windsor of 4119 Bladensburg rd., Colmar Manor, Md., beloved wife of Wallace R. Windsor, sr. and mother of Wallace R., Jr., Atton C. [sic: Alton B.], Kenneth M., Delores Mae, David Wayne, Robert Bruce, Charles Edward Windsor and Mrs. Barbara Ann Jarboe. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren.

            Friends may call at Gaschs Funeral Home, 4739 Baltimore ave., Hyattsville, Md., after 8 p.m. Sunday, where services will be held on Tuesday, October 23, at 9:15 a.m. Interment Arlington National Cemetery.

 

 

Photos from Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Arlington Co., VA—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, David McInturff

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Delis Collier Alford Sr. and Charlotte M. Pinkney Alford; and siblings Delis Collier Alford Jr., Ethel May Alford Holliday and Margaret Eleanor Alford Byron Jackson Lipscomb in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Edwin Franklin Alford Sr. in Florida Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.

            Her lineage: Ollie Dale 1912 CA¹, Delis Collier 1880 MS², Jeptha Josephus 1854 MS³, Ira Payne 1822 MS⁴, Edwin Barksdale 1792 NC⁵, Jacob 1761 NC⁶, Julius 1717 VA⁷, James 1687 VA⁸, John 1645 VA⁹.

 

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OSCAR ALFORD

 

DENTON JOURNAL

Denton, Caroline Co., MD—Friday, 21 August 1964

 

            Oscar Alford, 74, died at his home in Walkertown, Federalsburg, Tuesday morning, after a two months illness.

            He was a retired farmer and son of the late William Alan and Elizabeth E. Noble Alford, and was born in Talbot County, but spent most of his life in Caroline County.

            He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Alice E. McMahan Alford, one sister, Miss Effie Alford of Federalsburg and one brother, Earl Alford of Dover, Del.; one nephew, two nieces.

            Funeral services will be held at the Williamson Funeral Home, Federalsburg, (today) Friday at 2 p.m. with Rev. Arthur Hastings, pastor of Christ Methodist Church, Federalsburg, officiating. Burial will be made in the family plot in Hillcrest Cemetery.

 

Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Federalsburg, Caroline Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Dee H

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Oscar Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 29 Apr 1890 [different than gravestone] and died _____ Aug 1964, last residence MD.

            See the obituaries of his wife, Alice E. McMahan Alford; parents, William Allen Alford and Elizabeth E. Noble Alford; and siblings Effie B. Alford, Leon Allen Alford, and William Howard Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Lacy Norman Alford in Delaware Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.

            His lineage: Oscar 1890 MD¹, William Allen 1855 MD², William 1827 MD³, Daniel 1799 MD⁴, Charles 1769 MD⁵.

 

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RANDALL GENO ALFORD, JR.

 

THE CAPITAL

Annapolis, Anne Arundel Co., MD—2 July 2002

 

            Randall Geno Alford, Jr., 65, of Annapolis, died on June 28 at Anne Arundel Medical Center of complications from a massive stroke.

            He was born on March 10, 1937, in Detroit, Michigan. He graduated from Southeastern High School there in 1956. He served in the Marine Corps from 1956 to 1960. He was a self-employed caterer in Capitol Heights from 1980 to 1990 before suffering his first stroke. He was formerly married to Henrietta Alford of Annapolis.

            Surviving are one son, Skylar E. Alford of Baltimore, daughters, Regena A. Green of Annapolis and Deborah A. Alford of Menlo Park, California, his mother, Dorothy M. Miles of Detroit, brother, Gary M. Fletcher of Detroit, and Sisters, Carol Granger of Atlanta, Georgia, and JoAnn Morris of Detroit.

            A memorial service was held at Beacon Light Seventh Day Adventist Church. Reese and Sons Mortuary were in charge of arrangements.

 

Photo from Crownsville Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, Anne Arundel Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Don Clark

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Randall G. Alford (SS# issued in MI), last residence Annapolis, Anne Arundel Co., MD.

 

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RICHARD EARL ALFORD

 

THE TELEGRAPH

Macon, Bibb Co., GA—Sunday, 17 May 2009

 

 

CUMBERLAND, MD—Richard Earl Alford, 62, of Cumberland, MD, died on Friday, May 15, 2009 at WMHS-Memorial Campus.

            Born June 16, 1946, in Milledgeville, GA, he was the son of the late Mack Furman Alford, Sr. and Dorothy (Lanier) Alford. He was also preceded in death by an older brother, Mack F. Alford, Jr.

            Richard was a 1964 graduate of Baldwin High School, Milledgeville, GA. He received his Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Southern Technical Institute, Marietta, GA in 1967 and his Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Management from Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA in 1969 where he was a member of the Kappa Alpha Order. Richard was a member of the Georgia Army National Guard from 1968 to 1974.

            In October of 1979, Richard was chosen to engineer the start-up and manage a production facility for Biederlack’s first American blanket manufacturing facility. Richard chose Cumberland over the Eastern shore because of the ready and able workforce and the beauty of Western Maryland. He later became President of Biederlack of America Corporation and retired in 2004. Prior to his move to Cumberland, Richard was Plant Manager of the Standard-Coosa-Thatcher, Rossville, GA and Chattanooga, TN facilities. He started his career with JP Stevens of Milledgeville, GA and later became plant engineer for Lawtex Industries in Macon, GA. Richard was a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the American Textile Manufacturers Institute.

            Richard held office in many different organizations over the years, including Allegany County Economic Development Company, Boy Scouts of America and the Maryland B.A.S.S. Federation. He was an avid woodworker, bass fisherman, gardener, boater and golfer.

            Richard is survived by his wife of 27 years, Linda (Drummond) Alford; a daughter, Amy Waterman and husband Scot, Lexington, KY; a brother, William L. Alford and wife Roya, Warner Robins, GA; a sister, Dorothy Ann Oermann and husband Tim, Orange Park, FL; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Margaret and James Drummond, Frostburg, MD; and a number of nieces, nephews and cousins; brothers-in-law, Mark Drummond and Harold Crawford; and a sister-in-law, Patricia Smith; and his special canine friend, Buddy.

            Friends will be received at the Adams Family Funeral Home, P.A., 404 Decatur Street, Cumberland, MD, (www.AdamsFamilyFuneralHome.com) on Monday, May 18, 2009 from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M.

            A memorial service will be conducted at the funeral home on Monday, May 18, 2009 at 2:00 P.M….

            Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Stallings, George Merling, William Wilson, Sr., Russell Alford, Will Alford, Tyler Alford, Jonathan Oermann, Caje Knight and David Knight.…

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Richard E. Alford (SS# issued in GA), last residence Cumberland, Allegany Co., MD.

            We included the obituaries of his mother, Dorothy Lanier Alford, and his brother Mack Furman Alford Jr. in Georgia Obituaries.

            His lineage: Richard Earl 1946 GA¹, Mack Furman 1913 GA², Rawlings Lee 1883 GA³, Thomas 1832 GA⁴.

 

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ROBERT FULTON ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—2 November 2002

 

            On October 31, 2002, Robert Fulton Alford, beloved husband of the late Kathleen Alford, dear brother of Thomas Alford and his wife, Margaret, Frances Berger and her husband, George, and the late Stanley Alford and his wife, Eleanor, passed away.

            A burial mass was held in Our Lady Queen Peace Church on Monday with interment following in Fork M.E. Cemetery.

 

Photo from Fork United Methodist Church Cemetery, Fork, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Charles Herr

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Robert F. Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 22 Apr 1923, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituaries of his wife, Kathleen Ann Siekierski Alford; parents, William Stanley Alford and Harriet Virginia “Hattie” Cornthwaite Alford; and siblings Frances Margaret Alford Berger, John Vernon Alford Sr., and Thomas H. Alford in this compilation.

            His lineage, from Family Trees at Ancestry: Robert Fulton 1923 MD¹, William Stanley 1885 MD², William E. 1854 MD³, James E. 1823 MD⁴, John 1800 MD⁵.

 

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ROSETTE BRASMAN ALFORD

Mother of Brenda Alford, AAFA #1076

 

Photo from srcorbin_1 WilliamsFamily Tree (Ancestry)

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Wednesday, 27 April 2005

 

            On April 26, 2005, peacefully at Holy Cross Hospital, Silver Spring, MD, Rosette Alford.

            Beloved wife of the late Rev. James A. Alford, Sr. and mother of Rosemary A. Whitehurst (Ronald), Harriette A. Meriwether, Dr. Jacquelyn A. Alford, James A. Alford Jr. and Brenda Alford; sister of Janet L. Avent.

            She is also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, grandnieces, grandnephews; Maxine Frazier, a dedicated caregiver, and a host of other relatives and friends.

            On Thursday, April 28, 2005, friends are invited to call at Third Baptist Church, 917 Princess St., Alexandria, VA, from 10 a.m. until time of funeral services at 11 a.m.... Interment Bethel Cemetery, Alexandria, VA. Arrangements by Lewis Funeral Home.

 

Photo from Bethel Cemetery, Alexandria, VA—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Ray Gurganus

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Rosette Alford (SS# issued in GA) was born 9 May 1911, last residence Silver Spring, Montgomery Co., MD.

            See the obituary of her daughter Jacquelyn A. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her husband, James Arthur Alford Sr., in Georgia Obituaries; and of her children James Arthur Alford Jr. and Rosemary Alford Whitehurst in Virginia Obituaries.

 

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RUFUS ROY REAGAN “RUDY” ALFORD

 

THE HERALD-MAIL

Hagerstown, Washington Co., MD—Wednesday, 12 August 2015

 

            Rufus (Rudy) Roy Reagan Alford, 41, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2015.

            Born April 20, 1974, in High Point, NC, he was the son of Rufus Parker and Caroline Alford.

            Rufus was preceded in death by one brother, Horace Leak; and one stepbrother, Anthony Mack Smith.

            He was a very loving, very giving, outgoing man with a smile that cures your soul. Rufus loved his family, cars and fashion.

            He left behind his lifelong loving soul mate, Charmeka “Meekie” Chung. To cherish his memories, he leaves behind three boys, Deandre Finely, Cayenne “Chevy” Chung Alford and Demario Lewis; three daughters, Madison Alford, Ashelynn Alford and Kierstin Richardson; four sisters and brothers-in-law, all of High Point, NC, Mary and Willie Warren, Catherine and Ronnie Quick, Lucinda and Charles Cook, and Lateesha Housten; three brothers, James Willie Alford, Michael Alford and Adrian White; three stepbrothers, Vernon McMillion, Tyrone Smith and Emmanuel Smith; three stepsisters, Evangelist Melodie Smith Golden, Lakenya Dillard and Denise Smith, all of High Point, NC; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

            Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, August 15, 2015, at the Minnich Funeral Home, 415 E. Wilson Blvd., Hagerstown.

            Funeral service will be 12 p.m. Tuesday, August 18, 2015, at the Williams Memorial CME Church, 3400 Triangle Lake Road, High Point, NC….

            Burial will be at Carolina Biblical Gardens, Riverdale Road, High Point, NC….

 

In another article:

 

THE HERALD-MAIL

Hagerstown, Washington Co., MD—Thursday, 6 August 2015

 

HAGERSTOWN MOTORCYCLIST DIES AFTER COLLIDING WITH CAR ON EAST NORTH AVENUE

 

            A man died as a result of a two-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle in the unit block of East North Avenue in Hagerstown late Thursday morning, city police said.

            Rufus Roy Regan Alford, 41, of Hagerstown was pronounced dead at the scene, according to a Hagerstown Police Department news release.

            Alford’s body was taken to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore for an autopsy.

            Police responded to the unit block of East North Avenue about 11:30 a.m. for a reported accident involving a motorcycle and a passenger car.

            Preliminary investigation determined that Alford was riding a motorcycle west on East North Avenue, and the car, a Buick being driven by 71-year-old Salvatore William Michael Savino of Hagerstown, was traveling north on Cramer Alley, according to police.

            The two vehicles collided in the intersection of Cramer Alley and East North Avenue, police said.

            Savino was uninjured.

            Police accident reconstructionists were called to the scene to investigate the crash, which closed that section of the roadway.

            The case will be forwarded to the Washington County State’s Attorney’s Office for review of possible charges, police said.

 

In another article:

 

THE HERALD-MAIL

Hagerstown, Washington Co., MD—Thursday, 6 August 2015

 

HAGERSTOWN MAN FOUND NOT GUILTY IN FATAL MOTORCYCLE CRASH

 

            A Hagerstown man was found not guilty Wednesday in Washington County District Court of traffic violations stemming from an August accident in which a motorcyclist was killed.

            Salvatore W. Savino, 73, had been charged with negligent driving in a careless and imprudent manner endangering life and property and failure to yield the right of way in an Aug. 8, 2015, collision at the intersection of Crammers Alley and East North Avenue in the city.

            The motorcyclist, Rufus Roy Regan Alford, 41, was pronounced dead at the scene of the 11:32 a.m. crash.

            Savino was traveling north on Cramers Alley into the East North Avenue intersection when his car was struck by the motorcycle.

            He testified before District Judge Mark D. Thomas that he stopped and looked twice in both directions before heading into the intersection and did not see the motorcycle until the collision.

            Skid and scrape marks on the pavement from the motorcycle measured more than 75 feet, according to testimony by Hagerstown police Sgt. Andrew Lewis.

            Alford’s estimated minimum speed was 48 mph in a 25-mph zone, he testified.

            An airbag control module from Savino’s car indicated he was traveling at about 9 mph at the point of impact, and he was accelerating until a second or two before the crash, according to Deputy 1st Class David Izat, an accident reconstructionist with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.

            The module data indicated the car had not come to a full stop in the five seconds recorded before impact, Izat testified.

            Assistant State’s Attorney Leon Debes said that neither the speed of the vehicle with the right of way, in this case the motorcycle, nor any obstruction of view absolved Savino from yielding the right of way.

            Defense attorney Arthur Schneider called a witness, Dorsey Sheetz, who testified he saw Savino’s car stopped and turned his head to see the motorcycle.

            Sheetz said the rear wheel of the motorcycle was off the ground as Alford tried to brake.

            “I told myself that boy is never going to be able to stop,” he said.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.

 

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SAMUEL MORGAN ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Sunday, 19 June 1932

 

 

Photo from Druid Ridge Cemetery, Pikesville, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, fewest

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Willanna Pierce Alford; children Gilbert Haven Alford, Laura L. Alford, and Mary Jane Alford Haslup; parents, James E. Alford and Mary Jane Edmundson Alford; and siblings Ella N. Alford Dunbracco, Frank T. Alford, George C. Alford, and William E. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his daughter Willanna Pierce Alford Tucker in Virginia Obituaries.

            In 1900 Baltimore, MD:

 

Samuel Alford   head   47   b. July 1852    MD MD MD    married 25 years

                                                                                                minister

Willanna              wife    46   b. Nov 1853    MD MD MD    5 children, 4 living

Laura                   dau     24   b. Dec 1875     MD MD MD

Mary J.                dau     21   b. July 1878    MD MD MD

Gilbert H.            son     17   b. Sep 1882     MD MD MD

Willanna              dau       7   b. Nov 1892    MD MD MD

 

            His lineage: Samuel Morgan 1852 MD¹, James E. 1823 MD², John 1800 MD³.

 

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SARAH ELIZA WHITE ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—12 September 1935

 

            Alford—On September 9, 1935, Sarah E. (nee White), wife of the late William E. Alford.

            Services from her home, 325 North Fulton avenue, on Thursday morning at 11 o’clock….

 

Photo from Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Debbie

 

AAFA NOTES: Sarah was born 27 June 1857 in Pembroke Parish, Bermuda.

            See the obituaries of her husband, William E. Alford; and children Edward Thomas White Alford, Martha Alford Dew, and William Stanley Alford in this compilation.

 

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SARAH ELLEN MURPHY ALFORD

 

DENTON JOURNAL

Denton, Caroline Co., MD—Saturday, 2 January 1932

 

FEDERALSBURG—Funeral services were held here Wednesday afternoon for Mrs. Sarah Ellen Alford, widow of Daniel Alford, of this town, who died Monday night [December 28] at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Howard Davis, at Easton, Md. Mrs. Alford, who was almost 81, had long been a resident of Federalsburg, where she lived until her husband’s death a few years ago.

            Besides her daughter, Mrs. Davis, she leaves three children, Mrs. William White and Winnie Alford, of this town, and Charles Alford, of Wilmington.

            The funeral service, held in Christ M.P. Church…. Burial was in Hillcrest cemetery, here.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Daniel Alford Jr., which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and daughter Lola Helen Alford White in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her children Charles Alford and Goldie E. Alford Davis in Delaware Obituaries; and her son Thomas Roland Alford in Nebraska Obituaries.

 

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SHIRLEY BULLOCK ALFORD

 

THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT

Norfolk, VA—Wednesday, 20 June 2001

 

BALTIMORE—Shirley Alford, 64, departed this life, Saturday, June 16, 2001.

            Born March 19, 1937, in Tarboro, N.C., she was a native of Suffolk, Va., and a resident of Baltimore, Md., for the past 46 years. She retired from nursing at John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore after 43 years of dedicated service.

            Mrs. Alford is survived by her loving husband, James Alford of Baltimore; loving parents, Louis and Betty Bullock of Suffolk; four sisters, Mable Stills of Baltimore, Betty Bynum and husband Steve of Chesapeake, Gwendolyn Davis and husband Eugene of Hampton, Christine Mack and husband Jimmie of Newport News; seven brothers, Joe Louis Bullock of Philadelphia, Pa., David Bullock and wife Marjorie of Suffolk, Harvey Bullock of Norfolk, James Bullock and wife Mary of Warrenton, Michael Bullock and wife Elvira of Hampton, Kenneth Bullock and companion Grace Smolens of Reston, Steve Bullock of Portsmouth; mother-in-law, Dollie Alford of Durham, N.C.; brothers-in-law, Willie Alford and wife Sylvia of Baltimore, Eugene Alford and wife Lacey of Atlanta, Ga., William Brooks and wife Carrie and Eric Alford, both of Durham; sister-in-law, Dethis Alford of Durham; and a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who loved and cherished her dearly.

            …. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Canaan Baptist Church, Nansemond Parkway, Suffolk, with burial in the church cemetery. Crocker Funeral Home, Suffolk, is in charge.

 

Photo from Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery, Suffolk City, VA—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Dylan Thomas

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Shirley E. Alford (SS# issued in VA), last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituary of her husband, James Luther Alford, in this compilation.

 

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SNOWDEN OSBORNE ALFRED

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—19 May 1999

 

            On May 13, 1999, Snowden Osborne Alfred loving wife of the late Joseph Weymon Alfred, devoted mother of Joseph Wayman Alfred and his wife Jan, Martha Lynn Alfred-King and her husband Darnell and Robert Whitcomb Alfred, cherished grandmother of Jill Ellen Wright, Joy Allison Alfred, Gregory Scott King, Joseph William Alfred, Christine Willis Johnson, Michelle Willis Delbail and the late Robert Carroll Alfred, beloved sister of Harold and Lowell Gene Osborne, Ruby Osborne Morgan, Geraldine Osborne Reynolds and the late Silis, Clyde and Arnold Osborne. Also survived by four great-grandchildren.

            Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Schimunek Funeral Home of Bel Air ... with Eastern Star Service on Sunday at 7:30 P.M.... Interment Parkwood Cemetery.

 

 

Photos from Parkwood Cemetery and Mausoleum, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Lynne Shue

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Snowden O. Alfred (SS# issued in MD) was born 29 Oct 1908, last residence not listed.

 

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STERLING GERALD ALFORD

 

 

Photos from his Find A Grave memorial

 

WASHINGTON TIMES

Washington, DC—1 July 1991

Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 1995

 

            Sterling Gerald Alford, 72, retired chief of the Far East desk in the news division of Voice of America [VOA], died of a heart attack June 26 at Greater Southeast Community Hospital. He lived in Temple Hills.

            A native of Mer Rouge, La., Mr. Alford was the recipient of a teaching certificate from Grambling College, predecessor of Grambling State University.

            He was a teacher and principal of public schools in Mer Rouge before serving in the Army Air Forces during World War II. Mr. Alford, who saw combat in the China-India-Burma Theater, was the recipient of the Burma Star.

            After the war, Mr. Alford moved to Washington to attend Howard University. He graduated cum laude with a degree in education in 1946. In 1952, he received a master’s in journalism from American University.

            In 1955, Mr. Alford joined the U.S. Information Agency, VOA’s parent organization. The following year, he was promoted from copy clerk to news writer.

            Mr. Alford was deputy chief of VOA’s Far East news desk before being named desk chief in 1969.

            During his career at VOA, Mr. Alford played major roles in the agency’s reporting on the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Vietnam War. In the 1960s, he also covered White House conferences on aging and youth. He retired in 1984.

            Mr. Alford won Capital Press Club awards in 1965 and in 1974. He wrote “Famous First Blacks,” a historical reference book on the accomplishments of blacks, published by Vantage Press.

            He was a longtime member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and an elder at Church of the Redeemer Presbyterian in Washington.

            Mr. Alford is survived by his wife of 39 years, Thelma Alford; two daughters, Geraldine Alford of Trenton, N.J., and Linda Alford-Moore of Temple Hills; a brother, Tesla Alford of Houston, Texas; two sisters, Florida Evans of Grambling, La., and Myrtle Bradford of Las Vegas, Nev.

            Services will be held 11 a.m. tomorrow at Church of the Redeemer Presbyterian with burial in Fort Lincoln Cemetery.

 

Photo from Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Prince George’s Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Debbie L. Allen

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.

            See the obituaries of his wife, Thelma Brown Alford; and daughter Linda Lorraine Alford Moore in this compilation.

 

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THELMA BROWN ALFORD

 

Photo from her Find A Grave memorial

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Friday, 4 May 2007

 

            Thelma B. Alford—On Sunday, April 29, 2007. Beloved mother of Dr. Linda Alford-Moore (Kevin). She is also survived by step-daughter, Geraldine Alford; two brothers, Carl (Thelma) and Oscar Brown; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

            The late Mrs. Alford will lie in state at the Church of the Redeemer, Presbyterian, 1423 Girard St., N.E., Saturday, May 5 from 10 a.m. until services at 11 a.m.... Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery. Services by Stewart.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

            See the obituary of her husband, Sterling Gerald Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and daughter Linda Lorraine Alford Moore in this compilation.

            Her Find A Grave memorial lists her birth on 6 Aug 1926 in Birmingham, Jefferson Co., AL, and her death on 27 Apr 2007 in Mitchellville, Prince George’s Co., MD.

 

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THOMAS H. ALFORD, SR.

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—17 January 2003

 

            On January 15, 2003, Thomas H. Alford, Sr., beloved husband of Margaret (nee Fiorino); loving father of Margaret L. Alford, Thomas H. Alford Jr. and wife Deborah, Mary F. Bush, George S. Alford and Joseph M. Jones, and the late Dorothy Doris Knill, father-in-law of the late Gary Bush; cherished grandfather of Joan M. Knill, Jennifer A. Kopajtic, Christina M. Alford and Ryan M. Alford; great grandfather of Christian M. Knill and Hailey R. Sichette; dear brother of Frances M. Berger and husband George W. Berger.

            Funeral Service at the family owned Joseph N. Zannino Jr. Funeral Home, 263 S. Conkling St. (at Gough) on Saturday at 10 A.M., with Mass of Resurrection at Shrine of the Little Flower Church at 11 A.M. Interment Gardens of Faith Cemetery….

 

Photo from Gardens of Faith Cemetery, Rosedale, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Lynne Shue

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Thomas H. Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 3 Oct 1927, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituaries of his wife, Margaret A. Fiorino Alford; parents, William Stanley Alford and Harriet Virginia “Hattie” Cornthwaite Alford; and siblings Frances Margaret Alford Berger, John Vernon Alford Sr., and Robert Fulton Alford in this compilation.

            His lineage, from Family Trees at Ancestry: Thomas H. 1927 MD¹, William Stanley 1885 MD², William E. 1854 MD³, James E. 1823 MD⁴, John 1800 MD⁵.

 

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THOMAS MICHAEL HALFORD

 

February 28, 1948 - January 20, 2013

Photo and dates from Sterling Ashton Schwab Witzke Funeral Home

 

BALTIMORE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Tuesday, 22 January 2013

 

            On January 20, 2013, Thomas Michael Halford of Catonsville; loving father of Erica Ledford and her husband Jim, Thomas Halford and his fiancée Alison Stem and Grant Halford. Dear brother of William Halford; cherished grandfather of Caroline Ledford.

            He was predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Josephine Halford.

            Family will receive friends at Sterling Ashton Schwab Witzke Funeral Home of Catonsville, Inc., 1630 Edmondson Ave., Catonsville, MD 21228 on Thursday, January 24, 2013 from 3 to 5pm and 7 to 9pm, where funeral services will be at 4pm....

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Thomas M. Halford (SS# issued in MD) was born 28 Feb 1948, last residence not listed.

            His obituary at the funeral home includes over 60 photos.

 

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VICTORIA ALFORD DRISCOLL

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Monday, 23 April 2001

 

            On Saturday, April 21, 2001, Victoria Alford Driscoll, of Damascus, Maryland, passed away. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, April 25, at the Olin L. Molesworth Funeral Home. Interment was private.

            She was the daughter of Bertha C. Alford and the late Andrew Alford. Her husband, John W. Driscoll; daughters Elizabeth and Amanda Driscoll; brothers Charles, Robert, Tom, and Dick Alford survive her.

 

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BEACON JOURNAL

Akron, Summit Co., OH—Tuesday, 24 April 2001

 

            Mrs. Victoria Alford Driscoll, 50, of Damascus, Md., died Saturday, April 21, 2001 at her home.

            Born on Dec. 23, 1950 in Barberton [Summit Co.], she was the daughter of Bertha C. Alford of Ohio and the late Andrew Alford. She was the wife of John W. Driscoll and will be loved and remembered by her family and those she touched.

            Surviving in addition to her husband are two daughters, Elizabeth Anne Driscoll and Amanda Lynette Driscoll, both of Damascus, Md.; four brothers, Charles Alford of Centerville, Ohio, Robert Alford of Sykesville, Md., Tom Alford of Middleton, N.Y., and Dick Alford of Barberton. Also remembered by a special friend, Beulah Travis.

            …. Memorial services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Olin L. Molesworth P.A. Funeral Home, 26401 Ridge Road, Damascus, Maryland 20872. Interment will be private….

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Victoria A. Driscoll (SS# issued in OH) was born 23 Dec 1950, last residence Damascus, Montgomery Co., MD.

            We included the obituaries of her parents, Andrew Jackson Alford and Bertha Margaret Cihlar Alford, in Ohio Obituaries.

 

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VIVIAN ALFORD MEETZE

 

FREDERICK POST

Frederick, Frederick Co., MD—Tuesday, 20 June 2000

 

            Mrs. Vivian Alford Meetze, 91, formerly of Princeton, New Jersey, died Sunday, June 18, at the Sunrise Assisted Living Home, Frederick. Funeral services were held at Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia.

            Born May 13, 1909, in Batesburg, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Napoleon and Maude Bates Alford.

            Her husband of 59 years, Brig. Gen. Adam Watts Meetze, U.S. Army Ret., died on January 3, 1989. During her marriage, she accompanied him on military assignments in the United States and France retiring to Princeton in 1963.

            Also preceding her in death was her son, Robert Yost Meetze in 1994 and one brother, Col. John Calhoun Alford, U.S. Army Ret.

            Survivors include her son, Maj. Gen. Henry W. Meetze, U.S. Army Ret. and his wife MaryAnn of Frederick; one daughter-in-law, Leda D. Meetze of Sarasota, Florida; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

 

Photo from Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Arlington Co., VA—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, David McInturff

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Vivian A. Meetze (SS# issued in VA), last residence Frederick, Frederick Co., MD.

            We included the obituaries of her parents, Napoleon Alford and Maude Bates Alford; and brother John Calhoun Alford in South Carolina Obituaries.

            For more information on this family, see Known Descendants of Elizabeth Harrell Alford, born July 1818 SC. The name of Elizabeth’s husband is not known.

            Her lineage: Vivian 1909 SC¹, Napoleon 1878 SC², Calhoun 1850 SC³, unknown⁴.

 

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WILLANNA PIERCE ALFORD

 

EVENING SUN

Baltimore, MD—Tuesday, 24 January 1933

 

 

Photo from Druid Ridge Cemetery, Pikesville, Baltimore Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, fewest

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Samuel Morgan Alford; and children Gilbert Haven Alford, Laura L. Alford, and Mary Jane Alford Haslup in this compilation. We included the obituary of her daughter Willanna Pierce Alford Tucker in Virginia Obituaries.

 

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WILLIAM ALLEN ALFORD

 

DENTON JOURNAL

Denton, Caroline Co., MD—Saturday, 21 February 1931

 

            The funeral of William A. Alford, who died early Friday morning [February 20] at his home, in Federalsburg, will be held at the home tomorrow (Sunday) afternoon at three o’clock. The burial will be in Hillcrest cemetery.

 

 

Photos from Hillcrest Cemetery, Federalsburg, Caroline Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Dee H

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his children Effie B. Alford, Leon Allen Alford, Oscar Alford, and William Howard Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Lacy Norman Alford in Delaware Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.

            His lineage: William Allen 1855 MD¹, William 1827 MD², Daniel 1799 MD³, Charles 1769 MD⁴.

 

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WILLIAM CURTIS ALFORD, JR.

Son of William Curtis Alford, Sr., AAFA #0675

 

Senior photo, Talon, 1956 yearbook, American University, Washington, DC

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Thursday, 19 January 2023

 

            On January 17, 2023, William Curtis Alford, Jr., beloved husband of Gale Alford (nee Rouzee); devoted father of Lynne Grinold, Susann Anderson, Ann Glennon, and Curt Alford; loving grandfather of 5 granddaughters, 4 grandsons, and 5 great-grandchildren.

            The family will receive friends at the family owned Ruck Towson Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 York Road (Beltway Exit 26) on Saturday, from 2:00-4:00pm, at which time the Memorial Service will begin. Interment private….

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.

            See the obituaries of his parents, William Curtis Alford Sr. and Chella Gustine Hall Alford, in this compilation.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.

            His lineage: William Curtis 1935 DC¹, William Curtis 1908 MS², Louis Flemon 1872 LA³, Needham Edwin 1845 MS⁴, Warren Jackson 1819 MS⁵, Edwin Barksdale 1792 NC⁶, Jacob 1761 NC⁷, Julius 1717 VA⁸, James 1687 VA⁹, John 1645 VA¹⁰.

 

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WILLIAM CURTIS ALFORD, SR.

AAFA #0675

Uncle of Lewis Edwin Alford, Jr., AAFA #0713

 

William at an AAFA annual meeting

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Tuesday, 21 April 1998

 

 

Photo from Memory Hill Cemetery, Albertville, Marshall Co., AL—www.findagrave.com

Taken by Find A Grave contributor Graveaddiction

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that William C. Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 28 Dec 1908, last residence Glen Arm, Baltimore Co., MD.

            See the obituary of his wife, Chella Gustine Hall Alford; and son William Curtis Alford Jr. in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his sister Ruth Curtis Alford in Louisiana Obituaries; and of his father, Louis Flemon Alford; and brother Lewis Edwin Alford Sr. in Mississippi Obituaries.

            Wedding announcement:

 

ANNISTON STAR

Anniston, Calhoun Co., AL—Tuesday, 15 August 1933

 

 

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.

            His lineage: William Curtis 1908 MS¹, Louis Flemon 1872 LA², Needham Edwin 1845 MS³, Warren Jackson 1819 MS⁴, Edwin Barksdale 1792 NC⁵, Jacob 1761 NC⁶, Julius 1717 VA⁷, James 1687 VA⁸, John 1645 VA⁹.

 

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WILLIAM E. ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—14 January 1907

 

DIED

 

            Alford—Suddenly, on January 12, 1907, William E., Jr., infant son of Margaret V. and Edw. T.W. Alford, No. 409 North Fulton avenue.

 

Photo from Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Debbie

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his paternal grandparents, William E. Alford and Sarah Eliza White Alford, in this compilation.

            His lineage: William 1907 MD¹, Edward T.W. 1877 MD², William E. 1854³, James E. 1823 MD⁴, John 1800 MD⁵.

 

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WILLIAM E. ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Saturday, 19 January 1918

 

STROKE FATAL TO W.E. ALFORD

GAS FIXTURE DEALER SUCCUMBS TO PARALYSIS

 

            William E. Alford, for the last 20 years in the gas and electric fixture business in this city, died last night at his home, 325 North Fulton avenue, following an illness of one week. Mr. Alford was stricken with paralysis last Saturday in his place of business, and his condition had been precarious ever since.

            Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Sarah E. Alford; a daughter, Mrs. Albert G. Dew; two sons, Edward T.W. and W. Stanley Alford; three brothers, the Rev. S.M. Alford and James H. and Harry C. Alford; two sisters, Mrs. W.T. Matthews and Mrs. W.W. Dunbracco [Ella, Mrs. William W.], and three grandchildren.

            Mr. Alford was a member of Harlem Park Methodist Episcopal Church, on the board of directors of the Home for the Aged of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and a member of the Royal Arcanum, the Heptasophs, the Patriotic Sons of America and the National Union. Before engaging in business for himself he was connected for 30 years with the old firm of C.Y. Davidson of this city.

 

In another article:

 

BALTIMORE AMERICAN

Baltimore, MD—Monday, 21 January 1918

 

            The funeral services of William E. Alford, who died at his home, 325 North Fulton avenue on Saturday night [sic: Friday], will take place from his home this afternoon at 3:30 o’clock and will be in charge of Rev. Dr. J.C. Nicholson, pastor of Harlem Park Methodist Episcopal Church.

 

In another article:

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Monday, 21 January 1918

 

DIED

 

            Alford—On January 18, 1918, at his residence, No. 325 North Fulton avenue, William E. Alford, beloved husband of Sarah E. Alford (nee White).

            The relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at the above residence this Monday, at 3:30 P.M. Interment private….

 

 

Photos from Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Debbie

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Sarah Eliza White Alford; children Edward Thomas White Alford, Martha Alford Dew, and William Stanley Alford; parents, James E. Alford and Mary Jane Edmundson Alford; and siblings Ella N. Alford Dunbracco, Frank T. Alford, George C. Alford, and Samuel Morgan Alford in this compilation.

            His lineage: William E. MD 1854¹, James E. 1823 MD², John 1800 MD³.

 

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WILLIAM HENRY ALVORD

 

EVENING STAR

Washington, DC—Wednesday, 6 July 1966

 

 

Photo from Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Arlington Co., VA—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Anne Cady

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.

 

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WILLIAM HOWARD ALFORD

 

DENTON JOURNAL

Denton, Caroline Co., MD—Saturday, 28 September 1918

 

            In sad but loving remembrance of our dear son, Howard Alford, who departed this life September 18, 1918, aged 17 years, 3 month and 17 days….—Father and Mother

 

Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Federalsburg, Caroline Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Dee H

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, William Allen Alford and Elizabeth E. Noble Alford; and siblings Effie B. Alford, Leon Allen Alford, and Oscar Alford and in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Lacy Norman Alford in Delaware Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.

            His lineage: William Howard 1901 MD¹, William Allen 1855 MD², William 1827 MD³, Daniel 1799 MD⁴, Charles 1769 MD⁵.

 

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WILLIAM LEMAITRE ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Friday, 3 May 1918

 

DIED

 

            Alford—On May 1, 1918, William Le Maitre, in his 10th year, beloved son of William Stanley and Edith Le Maitre Alford.

            The relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at his late residence, No. 325 North Fulton avenue, on Saturday, May 4, at 10:30 A.M. Interment (private) in Greenmount Cemetery.

 

In another article:

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Friday, 3 May 1918

 

AUTOMOBILIST IS EXONERATED

 

            That the death of William I. Alford, 9 years old, son of Mr. and Mrs. William S. Alford, 325 North Fulton avenue, who died Wednesday night after he was struck near his home by an automobile driven by William H. Camp, 13 West Franklin street, resulted from an unavoidable accident, was the verdict last night of a jury of inquest conducted by Coroner Fenton, at the Southwestern Police Station. Camp was exonerated from blame in connection with the boy’s death and was released.

 

In another article:

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Monday, 6 May 1918

 

            The funeral of William Le Maitre Alford, 9 years old, son of William Stanley and Edith L. Alford, who was killed by an automobile last Wednesday night, took place from his home, 325 North Fulton avenue, at 10:30 o’clock Saturday morning.

            Services were conducted by the Revs. J.C. Nicholson and E.C. Powers. The pallbearers were his uncles: E.T.W. Alford, Albert G. Dew, Edgar C. Gosnell, Dr. W.W. Dumbracco, Thomas N. White and Dr. Wiliam M. Ing.

            Burial was in Greenmount Cemetery.

 

Photo from Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore, MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Debbie

 

AAFA NOTES: In 1910, William F. Alford, age 1-6/12, is listed in Baltimore with his parents, William S. Alford, age 24, and Edith, age 26. All were born in Maryland.

 

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WILLIAM STANLEY ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Sunday, 30 June 1968

 

WILLIAM ALFORD RITES TOMORROW

 

            Funeral services for William S. Alford, a retired utility company employee, will be held at 11 A.M. tomorrow at the Zannino funeral establishment, 257- 263 South Conkling street.

            Mr. Alford, who was 83, died Thursday [June 27] at the Mount Wilson State Hospital where he had been for the past six months.

            He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Harriette V. Alford; five sons, William S. Alford, Jr., John V., Robert F., Albert E. and Thomas. H. Alford; a daughter, Mrs. Frances M. Berger, all of Baltimore; sixteen grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that William Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 17 May 1885 and died _____ June 1968, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituaries of his wife, Harriet Virginia “Hattie” Cornthwaite Alford; children Frances Margaret Alford Berger, John Vernon Alford Sr.; Robert Fulton Alford, and Thomas H. Alford; parents, William E. Alford and Sarah Eliza White Alford; and siblings Edward Thomas White Alford and Martha Alford Dew in this compilation.

            On William Stanley Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 33, living in Baltimore, MD. He was born 17 May 1885. His nearest relative was Edith Mary Alford, same address.

            His lineage: William Stanley 1885 MD¹, William E. 1854 MD², James E. 1823 MD³, John 1800 MD⁴.

 

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WILLIE ALFORD

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Thursday, 14 June 2007

 

 

            On June 11, 2007, at Holy Cross Hospital [Silver Spring, MD], Willie went home to be with the Lord. Beloved father of Betty Alford, James W. Alford, Delores Lanier (deceased), Gerald Jones, David Alford (deceased) and Gwendolyn Williams. He is also survived by two sisters Ada Pernelle and Mattie Simmons.

            Siblings preceded in death three sisters Dradey, Jeanette and Lottie; four brothers Johnell, Leo, James Edward and Reedy. He also leaves to mourn one devoted niece Ella Francis; one daughter-in-law, 16 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, two grandsons-in-law, one granddaughter-in-law, and a host of other relatives and friends.

            Services will be held at Pope Funeral Home, 5538 Marlboro Pike, Forestville [Prince George’s Co.], MD, viewing from 10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. Interment immediately after at Harmony Cemetery.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Willie Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 25 Feb 1920, last residence Silver Spring, Montgomery Co., MD.

 

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WILLIE RAYMOND ALFORD, SR.

 

CARROLL COUNTY TIMES

Westminster, Carroll Co., MD—Saturday, 7 March 2015

 

 

            Willie Raymond Alford, Sr., 85, of Finksburg, passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 5, 2015 at University of Maryland Medical Center.

            Born September 12th, 1929 in Tunneltown, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Dayton Alford and Edith Alford Lilly. He was married to Catherine Marie Alford, his wife of 64 years.

            In addition to his parents, Willie was pre-deceased by his infant brother Charles, his daughter, Deborah Ann Alford, and his step-father Whitley Lilly.

            Willie retired from the American Can Co. where he worked for 37 years and was co-owner of Alford Homes, Inc. where he worked for 10 years. Willie was an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed gardening, woodworking and loved NASCAR. He also volunteered his time at the Hap Baker Firearms Facility.

            In addition to his wife, Willie is survived by his seven children: Catherine E. Clagett and her husband John; Sandra Lee Rill; Geralyn Schmidt and her husband Joseph; Willie R. Alford, Jr. and his wife Darlene; Dayton Alford and his wife MaryKay; J. Stuart Alford and his wife Marcia; Brian K. Alford and his wife Lisa; his sister Mary Helen Sherman; his 22 grandchildren, Catherine E. Klein and her husband Scott, Megan Harris and her husband Bryan, Adam Clagett and his wife Nicole, Caitlyn, Travis and Molly Rill, Joseph Schmidt, Jr., Joshua Schmidt and his wife Vanessa, Julia Kling and her husband Brandon, Jessica Posey and her husband Joshua, Jonathan Alford and his wife Angie, Lindsay Thompson and her husband Matthew, Justin Alford, Lauren Alford, Colleen, Jason and Matthew Alford, Bethany Thomas and her husband Christopher, Zachary Alford and his wife Lauren, Nathan Alford and his wife Lauryn, Alexander C. Alford, and Alex Alford; His 15 great grandchildren whom he loved dearly, Jackson Clagett, Barrett and Abram Schmidt, Bentley, Paxton and Parker Kling, Lauren Howard and Gunner Posey, Michael and Jared Alford, Lillian Alford, Graham and Everett Thompson, Christopher, Jr. and Jacob Thomas.

            The family will receive friends on Monday from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at the Pritts Funeral Home and Chapel, 412 Washington Rd., Westminster. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 10 am at the funeral home.

            Interment will follow in Evergreen Memorial Gardens.

            In addition to other memorials, donations may be made to Brain Aneurysm Awareness Foundation….

 

Photo from Evergreen Memorial Gardens, Finksburg, Carroll Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Noel Rose

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.

            For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Descendants of ‘Irish’ John Alford.

            His lineage: Willie Raymond1929 WV¹, William Dayton 1896 WV², James Harvey 1871 WV³, James H. 1842 VA⁴, James 1812 VA⁵, Thomas 1757 Ireland⁶, John 1735 Ireland⁷.

 

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WILMA LOUISE “SUE” GOODSON ALFORD

 

THE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Thursday, 23 December 1999

 

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Wilma L. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 24 June 1936, last residence Baltimore, MD.

            See the obituary of her husband, Dozier B. Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.

            From SSACI: Wilma Louise Goodson Alford was born 25 June 1935 [different than SSDI and gravestone] in Darlington, SC, daughter of Less Goodson and Lillie Bacoat.

 

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WINFIELD E. “WINNIE” ALFORD

 

DAILY TIMES

Salisbury, Wicomico Co., MD—Friday, 10 May 1957

 

FEDERALSBURG—Winnie E. Alford, 80, died in Easton Memorial Hospital yesterday [May 9].

            Born near Federalsburg, he was the son of the late Daniel and Sarah Ellen Murphy Alford. He devoted his life to farming and to carpentry.

            Twenty-six years ago, following the death of his wife, Armillie, he moved from his farm to Federalsburg.

            Surviving are three children Franklin Alford, of Paris, Tenn., Mrs. Helen Bryan of Federalsburg and Mrs. Lowell Taylor of near Greenwood; six grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Goldie E. Davis of Easton and Mrs. Lola H. White of Federalsburg; and a brother, Thomas H. Alford of McLean, Neb.

            A funeral service will be held in the Frampton Funeral Home here Sunday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Donald O. Clendaniel, pastor of Union Methodist Church, officiating.

            Interment will be in Hill Crest Cemetery here….

 

Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Federalsburg, Caroline Co., MD—www.findagrave.com

Permission granted by the photographer, Dee H

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Armillie “Millie” Nichols Alford; parents, Daniel Alford Jr. and Sarah Ellen Murphy Alford; and sister Lola Helen Alford White in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his daughter Lola Helen Alford Bryan; and siblings Charles Alford and Goldie E. Alford Davis in Delaware Obituaries; and of his brother Thomas Roland Alford in Nebraska Obituaries.

            *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.

            His lineage: Winfield Elmer 1876 MD¹, Daniel 1844 MD², Daniel 1799 MD³, Charles 1769 MD⁴.