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) has often added notes for each obituary, including Social Security Death Index (SSDI) data, relationship of the deceased to other Alfords, and lineages. Extensive research notes are not always included in the interest of making the obituaries available online. We will 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 their spouses are also included on the AAFA Member Memorials web page 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: 30 SEPTEMBER 2010

 

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ALBERT LEE ALFORD

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Wednesday, 4 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 on March 30 at his home in Bethesda.

            Mr. Alford was a native of Union, West Virginia, and a graduate of the University of Akron. He received his master’s and doctorate 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.

            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, Maryland, and three grandchildren.

            Memorial services... at the Bradley Hills Presbyterian Church, 6601 Bradley Blvd., Bethesda, Maryland on April 9, 2001.

 

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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....

 

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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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.

 

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 (Ancestry.com)].

            For more information on this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of John Alford b. ca 1801 NC.

            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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BETTY MAE ALFRED

 

BALTIMORE SUN

Baltimore, MD—Thursday, 25 April 2002

 

            Betty Mae Alfred of Westminster [Carroll Co.] passed away on April 20, 2002. Funeral services were held on Wednesday at Haight Funeral Home and Chapel on Route 32 near Eldersburg.

            She was the wife of the late James Henry Alfred, Jr., the mother of James Butch Alfred and Rodney Alfred, the sister of Patricia and Marlene McCarthy, and the grandmother of Mike, Mark, Ryan, and Rachel Alfred.

 

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

 

BALTIMORE 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.

            Memorials may be made to Habitat for Humanity International Gifts from the Heart, 121 Habitat St., Americus, GA 31709.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

 

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CHARLES ABNER ALFORD

 

CECIL WHIG

Elkton, Cecil Co., MD—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, where visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday evening, from 6 to 8 p.m.

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

            For condolences, visit www.crouchfuneralhome.com

 

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

 

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.

 

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CHARLES “DENNY” 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 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.

 

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

 

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CHARLES H. ALFORD

 

BALTIMORE SUN

Baltimore, MD—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, 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.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his mother, Mary A. Alford, in this compilation.

            His lineage: Charles H. CT², Samuel M. 1823 CT², Nathaniel R. 1784 CT³, Jonathan 1745 CT⁴, Jonathan 1720 CT⁵, Jeremiah 1692 CT⁶, Jeremiah 1655 CT⁷, Benedict 1619 England⁸.

 

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CLEO WILLIAMS ALFRED

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Sunday, 4 January 2009

 

 

            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. Rev. Loretta E. Johnson, officiating. 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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DEBORAH M. WILLS HALLFORD

 

BALTIMORE 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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DONALD L. ALFORD

 

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....

 

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

 

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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 degr ee 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 Geor ge 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. Correspondence can be sent to Mrs. Frances Halford, 6711 Meadowlawn Circle, New Market, MD 21774.

 

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.

 

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ETHEL F. HOLFORD

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Sunday, 9 February 2003

 

HYATTSVILLE [Prince Georges 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.

 

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

 

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FRANK T. ALFORD

 

BALTIMORE SUN

Baltimore, MD—10 December 1916

 

            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 father, James E. Alford; and his brother William E. Alford in this compilation.

            His lineage, from Family Trees at Ancestry.com: Frank T. 1857¹, James E. 1823 MD², John 1800 MD³.

 

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FREDDIE MAE THOMAS ALFORD

 

BALTIMORE 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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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.

 

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

 

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GLADYS WINGATE ALFORD

 

BALTIMORE 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.

 

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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.

 

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

 

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GRACE NINA CARTER ALFORD

Mother of Henry G. Alford, AAFA #0057

 

Source unknown

_____, MD—_____ 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.

 

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

            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.

            Her husband’s lineage: Albert Stevenson 1911 GA¹, Henry Emmett 1882 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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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

 

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

 

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HELEN 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 Georges Co., MD.

 

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IDA JACKSON ALFORD

 

BALTIMORE 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, show 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.

 

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BALTIMORE 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 father-in-law, James E. Alford; and her brothers-in-law Frank T. Alford and William E. Alford in this compilation.

 

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JAMES E. ALFORD

 

BALTIMORE 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, assisted by Rev. W.T. Roberts and Rev. J.P. Wilson. A number of close friends of the deceased were present, among whom were Rev. J.M. Price, Rev Henry Nice and Rev. W____ Barnes, of the 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.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his sons Frank T. Alford and William E. Alford; and his daughter-in-law Ida Jackson Alford in this compilation.

            His lineage, from Family Trees at Ancestry.com: James E. 1823 MD¹, John 1800 MD².

 

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JEAN COOK HALFORD

 

BALTIMORE SUN

Baltimore, MD—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.

 

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

 

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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.

 

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

 

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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 21921. Friends and family will gather afterwards at Wesley United Methodist Church, 41 Justice Way, Elkton, MD 21921.

            In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions, in Joanna’s name, may be made to The Historic Elk Landing Foundation, Inc., Post Office Box 277, Elkton, MD 21922-0277 or they may be left at Crouch Funeral Home.

            For condolences, visit www.crouchfuneralhome.com.

 

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 VERNON ALFORD, JR.

 

BALTIMORE 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....

 

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

 

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JOHN WAYNE HALFORD, JR.

 

BALTIMORE 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 DE, but we are also publishing his obituary here because of his close ties to MD.]

 

BALTIMORE 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....

 

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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KATHLEEN ANN SIEKIERSKI ALFORD

 

BALTIMORE 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, at Route 702 (bltwy exit 36) 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.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

 

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KATHLEEN SIMMONS SRUILL ALFORD

 

MARYLAND 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.

            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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LESTER ALFORD

 

March Funeral Homes – Remembrance Registry

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 Afford 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.

 

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

 

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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.

 

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.

 

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LINDA LORRAINE ALFORD MOORE

 

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

 

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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MABLE JANE CASE ALFORD

 

BALTIMORE 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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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.

 

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.com], 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, 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.

 

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MARY A. ALFORD

 

BALTIMORE 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.

 

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BALTIMORE 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.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her son Charles H. Alford in this compilation.

 

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

 

1850 Census

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

 

            Samuel M. Alford is listed as Samuel M. Alvord on page 176 of The Burke and Alvord Memorial. He was the son of Nathaniel R. Alvord/Alford and Eunice Strong [p. 175]. Hannah Strong, living with her nephew Samuel Alford in 1850, is the sister of Eunice Strong. In 1860 Hannah Strong is living with her sister Eunice Alford and the family of Eunice’s son E.S. (Elijah Strong) Alford in Windsor, Hartford Co., CT.

            Her husband’s lineage: Samuel M. 1823 CT¹, Nathaniel R. 1784 CT², Jonathan 1745 CT³, Jonathan 1720 CT⁴, Jeremiah 1692 CT⁵, Jeremiah 1655 CT⁶, Benedict 1619 England⁷.

 

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MARY GREEN ALFORD INTELLINI

AAFA #0707

 

 

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.

            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.

            Her lineage: Mary Green 1924 NC¹, Benjamin Smith 1888 NC², James Oliver Bennett 1855 NC³, Bennett Henry 1818 NC⁴, Lockhard H. 1790 NC⁵. Mary considered Kinchen 1768 NC to be the father of Lockard Alford; he may have been, but there was no mention of Lockard in Kinchen’s will and no other evidence.

 

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MAUDE AGNES “PEGGY” HEBER BENNETT HALFORD

 

MARYLAND 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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BALTIMORE 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.

 

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MAXINE PEACOCK ALFORD

 

BALTIMORE SUN

Baltimore, MD—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.

 

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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 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.

 

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RANDALL GENO ALFORD, JR.

 

MARYLAND 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.

 

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. with Pastor Floyd Bender officiating.

            Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Stallings, George Merling, William Wilson, Sr., Russell Alford, Will Alford, Tyler Alford, Jonathan Oermann, Caje Knight and David Knight.

            The family requests that memorial contributions be made to: UPMC Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute, 3459 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213; the Hospice of the Western Maryland Health System, 900 Seton Drive, Cumberland, MD 21502, or Friendship Haven Church, Williams Street, Cumberland, MD 21502.

 

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 the Georgia Obituaries compilation.

 

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ROBERT FULTON ALFORD

 

BALTIMORE 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.

 

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 brother, Thomas H. Alford; his grandfather, William E. Alford; and his great-grandfather, James E. Alford in this compilation.

            His lineage, from Family Trees at Ancestry.com: Robert Fulton 1923 MD¹, William 1885 MD², William E. 1854³, James E. 1823 MD⁴, John 1800 MD⁵.

 

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ROSETTE BRASMAN ALFORD

Mother of Brenda Alford, AAFA #1076

 

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.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Rosette Alford (SS# issued in GA) was born 9 May 1911, last residence Silver Spring, Montgomery Co., MD.

            Her husband’s lineage: James A. 1892 GA¹, Charles 1858 GA², James born in slavery³.

 

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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.

            The family will receive friends at 1106 Truman Road, Suffolk. 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.

 

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

 

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SNOWDEN OSBORNE ALFRED

 

BALTIMORE 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.

 

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

 

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

 

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.

 

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.

            His Find A Grave memorial lists his birth in 1919 in Mer Rouge, Morehouse Parish, LA, and his death as unknown.

 

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THELMA BROWN ALFORD

 

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

 

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; 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 1007 in Mitchellville, Prince George’s Co., MD.

 

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THOMAS H. ALFORD

 

BALTIMORE 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….

 

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 brother, Robert Fulton Alford; his grandfather, William E. Alford; and his great-grandfather, James E. Alford in this compilation.

            His lineage, from Family Trees at Ancestry.com: Thomas H. 1927 MD¹, William 1885 MD², William E. 1854³, James E. 1823 MD⁴, John 1800 MD⁵.

 

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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.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Victoria A. Driscoll (SS# issued in OH) was born 23 Dec 1950, last residence Damascus, Montgomery Co., MD.

 

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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.

 

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 obituary of her brother John Calhoun Alford in the South Carolina Obituaries compilation.

            Her parents were Napoleon Alford and Maude Bates.

            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.

 

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WILLIAM E. ALFORD

 

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 [January 19], 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.

 

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BALTIMORE 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.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his father, James E. Alford; his grandsons Robert Fulton Alford and Thomas H. Alford; and his brother Frank T. Alford in this compilation.

            His lineage, from Family Trees at Ancestry.com: William E. 1854¹, James E. 1823 MD², John 1800 MD³.

 

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WILLIE ALFORD

 

WASHINGTON POST

Washington, DC—Thursday, 14 June 2007

 

 

            On June 11, 2007, at Holy Cross Hospital, 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 Georges 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.