Brother Nathaniel Alexander, Sr., 81, a lifelong resident of Madison, answered his heavenly Father’s call to join the caravan of saints on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jimmy Alexander, Sr. and Mary Robinson Thomas; brothers: James Alexander, Albert Alexander, William Alexander, TJ Alexander and Jimmy Alexander, Jr.; and a great grandson, Daniel Smith.
Celebration of life services, with COVID-19 restrictions, will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 7, 2021, in the sanctuary of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, 221 SW Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, in Madison. A public viewing and visitation will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 6, in the chapel of J.P. Moore Mortuary, 379 W. Base Street, in Madison, (850) 973-6677. Earthly bed of slumber: Oakridge No. 1 Cemetery, in Madison.
Brother Alexander grew up with his brothers on a farm where they all learned the true meaning of hard work. This provided them with valuable life lessons and skills that benefitted them throughout their careers. In additional to working on the farm, Brother Nathaniel also was a truck driver for Gold Kist poultry plant as well as with the logging/pulpwood industry for a combined total of 38 years. He also repaired cars and trucks (before engines were computerized) as well as major and minor Home repairs.
During his time away from the job, Brother Nathaniel enjoyed cooking and chicken perlau, (chicken and rice) slow cooked in a large pot outside, was one of his specialty dishes. He was an excellent chef who knew his way around the kitchen, but the family unanimously declared that he was definitely the “Grill Master” for the delicious meats he always grilled to perfection.
Overalls, T-shirts, cowboy boots and cowboy hats were Brother Nathaniel’s signature attire when he prepared for his daily activities. However, at the end of a busy day, he enjoyed watching many syndicated television shows such as The Three Stooges, Sanford and Son, and Gunsmoke, as well as other westerns. He also enjoyed WWE Smackdown and The Have and the Have Nots. Aside from television, he loved to use CB talk and 10 code talk.
Brother Alexander loved the Lord and loved to pray. He accepted Him as his Savior 71 years ago and continued to serve Him and share the Good Word. He was a member of High Antioch African Methodist Episcopal Church in Cherry Lake, and was a member of the Usher Board. Brother Nathaniel also loved his family, especially his grandchildren. He really enjoyed the family times that the generations spent together.
Brother Nathaniel Alexander, Sr. willingly accepted his heavenly Father’s call from labor to reward. His love and legacy will continue to live in the hearts of all who knew him. Forever cherishing his loving and precious memories are his wife of 32 years: Luneal Savage Alexander; sons: Nathaniel (Vanessa) Alexander, Jr. of Valdosta, GA, William (Carolyn) Alexander of Quitman, GA, and Clayton (Veronica) Washington of Dumfries, VA; daughters: Angela (Jim) Wright and Yolanda Washington, all of Valdosta, GA; sister: Mary Lou (Eddie) Luster, of Madison, FL; brothers: BJ Alexander, Willie (Ola) Alexander, and Eddie Lee Thomas, all of Madison, FL; sisters-in-law: Lorene Alexander, of Madison, FL and Cheryl Savage, of Pinetta, FL; grandchildren: Shaneka Alexander and Shauntae Alexander, both of Valdosta, GA, Craig Williams of Quitman, GA, Keyerra Washington, of Dumfries, VA, Jasmine (Richard) Reid of Bellville, FL, Jamal Wright of Valdosta, GA, Destinee Wright of Baltimore, MD, Rachel Wilson, of Madison, and Stephanie Siplin, of Pinetta; 13 great-grandchildren; best friend: Delores Thomas, of Madison, along with numerous other sorrowing relatives and loving friends.
Final Care and Compassionate Services are being provided to the Alexander Family, with love, care and uncompromising dignity, by J.P. Moore Mortuary & Cremation Services, Madison, Fla., (850)973-6677; Jamarien "J.P." Moore, Mortician.