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Billy Gene Alexander

1944 - 2024

Billy Gene Alexander obituary, 1944-2024, San Antonio, TX

BORN

1944

DIED

2024

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Mission Park Funeral Chapels South, Cemeteries & Crematories

1700 SE Military Drive

San Antonio, Texas

Billy Alexander Obituary

Billy Gene Alexander
December 19, 1944 - August 25, 2024
Billy Gene Alexander (79) born on December 19, 1944, first-born son to Henry Alexander, Jr. and wife Mary Frances. He went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 25, 2024. Billy spent his life in Texas, mostly in San Antonio. He graduated from South San High School in 1964. A gifted athlete and member of Coach Jimmy Littleton's 1960-61 State Champions in basketball as a freshman; he and his teammates also went to state the following 3 years and he earned a scholarship to play in college. He attributes God and Coach for changing his trajectory in life. He joined the San Antonio Fire Department, serving 37 years and later graduated from UTSA. Married to Sharon Wright for 38 years. A scratch cook with an out of this world apple pie, BBQ brisket, and enchiladas. Also, a bible scholar, teller of tales and jokester deluxe, amateur body builder, professional DIY'er, outdoor enthusiast, especially fishing and hiking. He was an awesome Dad, Grandpa and Husband. He leaves two sons, two daughter in-laws, six grandsons, one granddaughter. God truly blessed him.
Visitation will be on September 5th, at 5:00 p.m., at Mission Park South. Funeral Services and Entombment will be on Friday, September 6th, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Mission Park South.

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Published by San Antonio Express-News on Sep. 1, 2024.

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Hanif Baksh

September 6, 2024

May the Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make His face to shine upon you; The Lord lift up His countenance upon you,and
Give you peace. Numbers
6.24-26
I cherished the many memories we shared with Billy and Sharon
And the time at Swift & Co.

Billie Ann Alex Loep

September 5, 2024

Matthew and Nathaniel,

My heart breaks for your loss. I have so many fond memories of running around with you as kids at family gatherings. What a wonderful family you are. Love, hugs and prayers of peace and comfort to you.

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5

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Mission Park Funeral Chapels South, Cemeteries & Crematories

1700 SE Military Drive, San Antonio, TX 78214

Sep

6

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Mission Park Funeral Chapels South, Cemeteries & Crematories

1700 SE Military Drive, San Antonio, TX 78214

Sep

6

Entombment

Mission Burial Park South

1700 SE Military Drive, San Antonio, TX

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1700 SE Military Drive, San Antonio, TX 78214

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