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Obituary for Alexander


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Monday November 26, 2001

JOHN "ALEX" ALEXANDER, 56, a resident of Albuquerque, for 36 years, died Wednesday, November 21, 2001. Born October 31,1945 in Niagara Falls, New York, the family moved to Carlsbad, New Mexico in 1949. John graduated from Carlsbad High School in 1963, and attended Eastern New Mexico University, University on New Mexico, and TVI. He was employed by Don Ward Co. and General Mills and was later self-employed in a repair and technical business. John also taught classes at TVI. He was an expert at his greatest love, which was repairing and riding Harley- Davidson motorcycles. He was also an accomplished automobile mechanic. John is survived by his parents, John S. and Josephine (Josie) Alexander of Carlsbad, N.M.; brothers, Paul Alexander and Mark Alexander of the Albuquerque area; a sister, Sandra Murphy of North Little Rock Arkansas, and several nieces and nephews. "Alex" wanted all of his associates and dear acquaintances to know that their friendships were among his most treasured assets. Cremation has taken place, and a Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, November 27, 2001 at 3:00 p.m. at Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo N.E. (323-9000).