Alene Walker Alford was born December 19, 1915 in Negreet, La. in the area of Walkerville. The youngest child of Leetha Sowell Walker and Eugene Alford Walker. What a beauty she was with black hair, hazel eyes and beautiful complexion.
Funeral Services for Alene Walker Alford were Friday, November 2, 2012 beginning at Many First Baptist Church in Many, LA. Burial followed at Ft. Jessup Cemetery in Many, LA.
Growing up in Walkerville she learned the importance of a simple life filled with many blessings; but most of all a devout belief in God, family, and country. Her dad not only helped start Siloam Baptist Church, but was also a messenger in the civil war. She learned from her mother how to provide for a family on limited resources, but never complaining or worrying, knowing God would provide a way.
She graduated from Negreet High School where she took great interest in home making and learning and planning balanced meals. After graduation she moved to Many and lived with her sister, Iva Dees, and worked in "Dees' Café". This enhanced her interest in cooking and planning balanced meals. "Since that time the love of cooking and the joy of sharing has been a blessing to many." That's where she met Herman Alford (a good looking redhead). They were married in 1935, had six children and he worked in the oil field most of his life. Alene was only 58 years old when Herman died.
In 1962 Jannie Tackett and Alene Alford decided to open a Merle Norman studio. They traveled to Ca. for school and training, returning with their knowledge of skin care and make-up artistry to share their talents with the women of Sabine Parish. However, that wasn't enough for them. They enlarged their studio to become a bridal registry.
She was an Amway Distributor traveling across the U.S. for seminars with Brue and Nell Alford, and could sell products to people who did not think they wanted or needed them. She became interested in football and became an advid fan of the Dallas Cowboys. Every Sunday she, Jannie Tackett and John Curtis, Jr. would gather for the game. They would put a Cowboy sign in the yard "Dallas Cowboys playing - please do not disturb". They would prepare a "Banquet", John, Jr. Curtis would arrive and the cheering began. One of their most memorable times was the weekend that John, Jr. took them to Cowboy Stadium, staying in a fine hotel and enjoying the best restaurants. When Shon was in Dallas doing a Cowboy show, he put Tony Dorsett on the telephone with Mamaw. After the conversation, Shon thanked Tony for talking with his Mamaw. Tony said, "I did not talk to her - she talked to me, and invited me to come eat with her".
When their children were in school, Jannie and Alene made huge pots of chicken and dumplings, cakes and pies to help with expenses for the Many High School Band. They also organized and provided food for banquets at the First Baptist Church for youth programs, providing more of their down-home cooking.
When Larry and Steve were Boy Scouts, there was some difficulty finding a leader. Alene took it on. Even if the boys were not that interested in scouts, they would not miss a meeting, knowing there would be wonderful food by "Mawlene".
Of course, while all of this was going on her 6 kids were in and out, bringing friends home for weekends and meals; there was never a shortage of food for those unexpected guests. Everyone felt so welcome at the Alford's Home.
Until she was "93", when Alene's car came around the corner, everyone said, "Here Comes Meals on Wheels". Her oven fried chicken, scalded cornbread, peas and chocolate pie were delivered to many homes in Many. She was most famous for her "Christmas Boxes" with homemade cookies, cakes, candies, and jellies, which numbered between 40 and 50 each year.
Her flower garden was a sight to see. We called it her "English Flower Garden", and it was to her delight when strangers stopped to view her garden, even knocking on the door to compliment her. With the help and friendship of Gary King the garden flourished.
Alene Walker Alford was the matriarch of our family. She had a deep and abiding faith in God, family, and country. She saw the best in everyone and had the unique ability of giving unconditional love to all. Her motto was "Let Go and Let God". Faith, hope, praise, encouragement, humor, and giving of herself were her attributes. Her legacy will live on forever.
Alene was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Alford, her son, Walker Ross "Brue" Alford and her son-in-law, Garland Lovelace. She was also preceded in death by brothers, Dee, Corley, Genie, Y.C., Norman, Harry and Alvin and sisters, Leona, Iva, Mamie, Nonie, Nettie, Elizabeth and Bertie.
Alene Alford is survived by her children:
Charlotte Lovelace Rosalind & Tom Andries Dan & Lina Alford Herman Lawrence "Larry" Alford, Jr. Steve & Janie Alford Nell & Pete Crnkovic.
She is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 24 great grands, 1 great great grand and by her dearest friend of "60" years, Jannie Tackett and her daughters, there families; along with a host of nieces, nephews and other friends.
The family would like to thank the friends and caregivers for their immeasurable professionalism, care, love, and compassion.
Friends and Caregivers:
Glenda, Bobbie, Sally, Brenda, Lindsay, Miranda, and Aalecca Sandra,
Superior Hospice:
Cindy, Diane, Chasity, Rev Buck,
Dr. Jack Corley and Staff
Susan, Floyd, and Amy, and the staff at Warren Meadows Funeral Home
Those who live in the Lord never see one another for the last time.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Fort Jessup Cemetery at 6349 Natchitoches Hwy. Many, LA 71449 and to the First Baptist Church of Many at 990 Main St. Many, LA 71449
Funeral Services for Alene Walker Alford were Friday, November 2, 2012 beginning at Many First Baptist Church in Many, LA. Burial followed at Ft. Jessup Cemetery in Many, LA.
Growing up in Walkerville she learned the importance of a simple life filled with many blessings; but most of all a devout belief in God, family, and country. Her dad not only helped start Siloam Baptist Church, but was also a messenger in the civil war. She learned from her mother how to provide for a family on limited resources, but never complaining or worrying, knowing God would provide a way.
She graduated from Negreet High School where she took great interest in home making and learning and planning balanced meals. After graduation she moved to Many and lived with her sister, Iva Dees, and worked in "Dees' Café". This enhanced her interest in cooking and planning balanced meals. "Since that time the love of cooking and the joy of sharing has been a blessing to many." That's where she met Herman Alford (a good looking redhead). They were married in 1935, had six children and he worked in the oil field most of his life. Alene was only 58 years old when Herman died.
In 1962 Jannie Tackett and Alene Alford decided to open a Merle Norman studio. They traveled to Ca. for school and training, returning with their knowledge of skin care and make-up artistry to share their talents with the women of Sabine Parish. However, that wasn't enough for them. They enlarged their studio to become a bridal registry.
She was an Amway Distributor traveling across the U.S. for seminars with Brue and Nell Alford, and could sell products to people who did not think they wanted or needed them. She became interested in football and became an advid fan of the Dallas Cowboys. Every Sunday she, Jannie Tackett and John Curtis, Jr. would gather for the game. They would put a Cowboy sign in the yard "Dallas Cowboys playing - please do not disturb". They would prepare a "Banquet", John, Jr. Curtis would arrive and the cheering began. One of their most memorable times was the weekend that John, Jr. took them to Cowboy Stadium, staying in a fine hotel and enjoying the best restaurants. When Shon was in Dallas doing a Cowboy show, he put Tony Dorsett on the telephone with Mamaw. After the conversation, Shon thanked Tony for talking with his Mamaw. Tony said, "I did not talk to her - she talked to me, and invited me to come eat with her".
When their children were in school, Jannie and Alene made huge pots of chicken and dumplings, cakes and pies to help with expenses for the Many High School Band. They also organized and provided food for banquets at the First Baptist Church for youth programs, providing more of their down-home cooking.
When Larry and Steve were Boy Scouts, there was some difficulty finding a leader. Alene took it on. Even if the boys were not that interested in scouts, they would not miss a meeting, knowing there would be wonderful food by "Mawlene".
Of course, while all of this was going on her 6 kids were in and out, bringing friends home for weekends and meals; there was never a shortage of food for those unexpected guests. Everyone felt so welcome at the Alford's Home.
Until she was "93", when Alene's car came around the corner, everyone said, "Here Comes Meals on Wheels". Her oven fried chicken, scalded cornbread, peas and chocolate pie were delivered to many homes in Many. She was most famous for her "Christmas Boxes" with homemade cookies, cakes, candies, and jellies, which numbered between 40 and 50 each year.
Her flower garden was a sight to see. We called it her "English Flower Garden", and it was to her delight when strangers stopped to view her garden, even knocking on the door to compliment her. With the help and friendship of Gary King the garden flourished.
Alene Walker Alford was the matriarch of our family. She had a deep and abiding faith in God, family, and country. She saw the best in everyone and had the unique ability of giving unconditional love to all. Her motto was "Let Go and Let God". Faith, hope, praise, encouragement, humor, and giving of herself were her attributes. Her legacy will live on forever.
Alene was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Alford, her son, Walker Ross "Brue" Alford and her son-in-law, Garland Lovelace. She was also preceded in death by brothers, Dee, Corley, Genie, Y.C., Norman, Harry and Alvin and sisters, Leona, Iva, Mamie, Nonie, Nettie, Elizabeth and Bertie.
Alene Alford is survived by her children:
Charlotte Lovelace Rosalind & Tom Andries Dan & Lina Alford Herman Lawrence "Larry" Alford, Jr. Steve & Janie Alford Nell & Pete Crnkovic.
She is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 24 great grands, 1 great great grand and by her dearest friend of "60" years, Jannie Tackett and her daughters, there families; along with a host of nieces, nephews and other friends.
The family would like to thank the friends and caregivers for their immeasurable professionalism, care, love, and compassion.
Friends and Caregivers:
Glenda, Bobbie, Sally, Brenda, Lindsay, Miranda, and Aalecca Sandra,
Superior Hospice:
Cindy, Diane, Chasity, Rev Buck,
Dr. Jack Corley and Staff
Susan, Floyd, and Amy, and the staff at Warren Meadows Funeral Home
Those who live in the Lord never see one another for the last time.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Fort Jessup Cemetery at 6349 Natchitoches Hwy. Many, LA 71449 and to the First Baptist Church of Many at 990 Main St. Many, LA 71449
Alene Walker Alford was born December 19, 1915 in Negreet, La. in the area of Walkerville. The youngest child of Leetha Sowell Walker and Eugene Alford Walker. What a beauty she was with black hair, hazel eyes and beautiful complexion.
Funeral Services for Alene Walker Alford were Friday, November 2, 2012 beginning at Many First Baptist Church in Many, LA. Burial followed at Ft. Jessup Cemetery in Many, LA.
Growing up in Walkerville she learned the importance of a simple life filled with many blessings; but most of all a devout belief in God, family, and country. Her dad not only helped start Siloam Baptist Church, but was also a messenger in the civil war. She learned from her mother how to provide for a family on limited resources, but never complaining or worrying, knowing God would provide a way.
She graduated from Negreet High School where she took great interest in home making and learning and planning balanced meals. After graduation she moved to Many and lived with her sister, Iva Dees, and worked in "Dees' Café". This enhanced her interest in cooking and planning balanced meals. "Since that time the love of cooking and the joy of sharing has been a blessing to many." That's where she met Herman Alford (a good looking redhead). They were married in 1935, had six children and he worked in the oil field most of his life. Alene was only 58 years old when Herman died.
In 1962 Jannie Tackett and Alene Alford decided to open a Merle Norman studio. They traveled to Ca. for school and training, returning with their knowledge of skin care and make-up artistry to share their talents with the women of Sabine Parish. However, that wasn't enough for them. They enlarged their studio to become a bridal registry.
She was an Amway Distributor traveling across the U.S. for seminars with Brue and Nell Alford, and could sell products to people who did not think they wanted or needed them. She became interested in football and became an advid fan of the Dallas Cowboys. Every Sunday she, Jannie Tackett and John Curtis, Jr. would gather for the game. They would put a Cowboy sign in the yard "Dallas Cowboys playing - please do not disturb". They would prepare a "Banquet", John, Jr. Curtis would arrive and the cheering began. One of their most memorable times was the weekend that John, Jr. took them to Cowboy Stadium, staying in a fine hotel and enjoying the best restaurants. When Shon was in Dallas doing a Cowboy show, he put Tony Dorsett on the telephone with Mamaw. After the conversation, Shon thanked Tony for talking with his Mamaw. Tony said, "I did not talk to her - she talked to me, and invited me to come eat with her".
When their children were in school, Jannie and Alene made huge pots of chicken and dumplings, cakes and pies to help with expenses for the Many High School Band. They also organized and provided food for banquets at the First Baptist Church for youth programs, providing more of their down-home cooking.
When Larry and Steve were Boy Scouts, there was some difficulty finding a leader. Alene took it on. Even if the boys were not that interested in scouts, they would not miss a meeting, knowing there would be wonderful food by "Mawlene".
Of course, while all of this was going on her 6 kids were in and out, bringing friends home for weekends and meals; there was never a shortage of food for those unexpected guests. Everyone felt so welcome at the Alford's Home.
Until she was "93", when Alene's car came around the corner, everyone said, "Here Comes Meals on Wheels". Her oven fried chicken, scalded cornbread, peas and chocolate pie were delivered to many homes in Many. She was most famous for her "Christmas Boxes" with homemade cookies, cakes, candies, and jellies, which numbered between 40 and 50 each year.
Her flower garden was a sight to see. We called it her "English Flower Garden", and it was to her delight when strangers stopped to view her garden, even knocking on the door to compliment her. With the help and friendship of Gary King the garden flourished.
Alene Walker Alford was the matriarch of our family. She had a deep and abiding faith in God, family, and country. She saw the best in everyone and had the unique ability of giving unconditional love to all. Her motto was "Let Go and Let God". Faith, hope, praise, encouragement, humor, and giving of herself were her attributes. Her legacy will live on forever.
Alene was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Alford, her son, Walker Ross "Brue" Alford and her son-in-law, Garland Lovelace. She was also preceded in death by brothers, Dee, Corley, Genie, Y.C., Norman, Harry and Alvin and sisters, Leona, Iva, Mamie, Nonie, Nettie, Elizabeth and Bertie.
Alene Alford is survived by her children:
Charlotte Lovelace Rosalind & Tom Andries Dan & Lina Alford Herman Lawrence "Larry" Alford, Jr. Steve & Janie Alford Nell & Pete Crnkovic.
She is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 24 great grands, 1 great great grand and by her dearest friend of "60" years, Jannie Tackett and her daughters, there families; along with a host of nieces, nephews and other friends.
The family would like to thank the friends and caregivers for their immeasurable professionalism, care, love, and compassion.
Friends and Caregivers:
Glenda, Bobbie, Sally, Brenda, Lindsay, Miranda, and Aalecca Sandra,
Superior Hospice:
Cindy, Diane, Chasity, Rev Buck,
Dr. Jack Corley and Staff
Susan, Floyd, and Amy, and the staff at Warren Meadows Funeral Home
Those who live in the Lord never see one another for the last time.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Fort Jessup Cemetery at 6349 Natchitoches Hwy. Many, LA 71449 and to the First Baptist Church of Many at 990 Main St. Many, LA 71449
Funeral Services for Alene Walker Alford were Friday, November 2, 2012 beginning at Many First Baptist Church in Many, LA. Burial followed at Ft. Jessup Cemetery in Many, LA.
Growing up in Walkerville she learned the importance of a simple life filled with many blessings; but most of all a devout belief in God, family, and country. Her dad not only helped start Siloam Baptist Church, but was also a messenger in the civil war. She learned from her mother how to provide for a family on limited resources, but never complaining or worrying, knowing God would provide a way.
She graduated from Negreet High School where she took great interest in home making and learning and planning balanced meals. After graduation she moved to Many and lived with her sister, Iva Dees, and worked in "Dees' Café". This enhanced her interest in cooking and planning balanced meals. "Since that time the love of cooking and the joy of sharing has been a blessing to many." That's where she met Herman Alford (a good looking redhead). They were married in 1935, had six children and he worked in the oil field most of his life. Alene was only 58 years old when Herman died.
In 1962 Jannie Tackett and Alene Alford decided to open a Merle Norman studio. They traveled to Ca. for school and training, returning with their knowledge of skin care and make-up artistry to share their talents with the women of Sabine Parish. However, that wasn't enough for them. They enlarged their studio to become a bridal registry.
She was an Amway Distributor traveling across the U.S. for seminars with Brue and Nell Alford, and could sell products to people who did not think they wanted or needed them. She became interested in football and became an advid fan of the Dallas Cowboys. Every Sunday she, Jannie Tackett and John Curtis, Jr. would gather for the game. They would put a Cowboy sign in the yard "Dallas Cowboys playing - please do not disturb". They would prepare a "Banquet", John, Jr. Curtis would arrive and the cheering began. One of their most memorable times was the weekend that John, Jr. took them to Cowboy Stadium, staying in a fine hotel and enjoying the best restaurants. When Shon was in Dallas doing a Cowboy show, he put Tony Dorsett on the telephone with Mamaw. After the conversation, Shon thanked Tony for talking with his Mamaw. Tony said, "I did not talk to her - she talked to me, and invited me to come eat with her".
When their children were in school, Jannie and Alene made huge pots of chicken and dumplings, cakes and pies to help with expenses for the Many High School Band. They also organized and provided food for banquets at the First Baptist Church for youth programs, providing more of their down-home cooking.
When Larry and Steve were Boy Scouts, there was some difficulty finding a leader. Alene took it on. Even if the boys were not that interested in scouts, they would not miss a meeting, knowing there would be wonderful food by "Mawlene".
Of course, while all of this was going on her 6 kids were in and out, bringing friends home for weekends and meals; there was never a shortage of food for those unexpected guests. Everyone felt so welcome at the Alford's Home.
Until she was "93", when Alene's car came around the corner, everyone said, "Here Comes Meals on Wheels". Her oven fried chicken, scalded cornbread, peas and chocolate pie were delivered to many homes in Many. She was most famous for her "Christmas Boxes" with homemade cookies, cakes, candies, and jellies, which numbered between 40 and 50 each year.
Her flower garden was a sight to see. We called it her "English Flower Garden", and it was to her delight when strangers stopped to view her garden, even knocking on the door to compliment her. With the help and friendship of Gary King the garden flourished.
Alene Walker Alford was the matriarch of our family. She had a deep and abiding faith in God, family, and country. She saw the best in everyone and had the unique ability of giving unconditional love to all. Her motto was "Let Go and Let God". Faith, hope, praise, encouragement, humor, and giving of herself were her attributes. Her legacy will live on forever.
Alene was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Alford, her son, Walker Ross "Brue" Alford and her son-in-law, Garland Lovelace. She was also preceded in death by brothers, Dee, Corley, Genie, Y.C., Norman, Harry and Alvin and sisters, Leona, Iva, Mamie, Nonie, Nettie, Elizabeth and Bertie.
Alene Alford is survived by her children:
Charlotte Lovelace Rosalind & Tom Andries Dan & Lina Alford Herman Lawrence "Larry" Alford, Jr. Steve & Janie Alford Nell & Pete Crnkovic.
She is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 24 great grands, 1 great great grand and by her dearest friend of "60" years, Jannie Tackett and her daughters, there families; along with a host of nieces, nephews and other friends.
The family would like to thank the friends and caregivers for their immeasurable professionalism, care, love, and compassion.
Friends and Caregivers:
Glenda, Bobbie, Sally, Brenda, Lindsay, Miranda, and Aalecca Sandra,
Superior Hospice:
Cindy, Diane, Chasity, Rev Buck,
Dr. Jack Corley and Staff
Susan, Floyd, and Amy, and the staff at Warren Meadows Funeral Home
Those who live in the Lord never see one another for the last time.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Fort Jessup Cemetery at 6349 Natchitoches Hwy. Many, LA 71449 and to the First Baptist Church of Many at 990 Main St. Many, LA 71449
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