Alexander Williams, 88, died peacefully Sunday, January 30, 2022, in Waco.
Visitation: 6-8 pm Thursday, February 10 at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral Service: 11 am Friday, February 11 at Greater Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Waco.
Burial: Doris Miller Memorial Park
Alexander was born September 27, 1933, in Waco to Lester and Bessie Williams. He graduated from A.J. Moore High School in Waco. He went on to earn a B.S. from Paul Quinn, a M.S., and M.E. from Prairie View A & M University. While at Paul Quinn, he met his wife Esther (deceased), and the two married May 31, 1958. He and Esther had one son, Larry.
Alex spent four years in the U.S. Navy, a Korean War vet, and was Honorably discharged. He devoted his entire career to the field of education. He began his career in Lockhart as a coach and teacher. He then spent 34 years as an educator in Corsicana. He was a coach, teacher, counselor, Assistant Principal, and eventually the first black Principal at Corsicana High School. While in Corsicana at Jackson HS, he won a State Championship in football. After retiring, he ran for and was successfully elected as a Waco ISD School Board member. He served Waco ISD for 13 years before ultimately retiring in 2013. He dedicated his career not only to his students but to the equality of education for all students in Waco.
In his spare time, you could find him riding one of his bicycles, listening to his vast music catalog, or talking on his CB radios.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Esther Williams; siblings, Charlie B. Johnson and Reuben Williams; and niece, Dana Evans.
He leaves to cherish his loving memory his son, Larry and wife Yvonne; grandchildren, Marcus, Jaleesa and husband Eddie Davis, and Ariel and husband Stephen Green; his sister, Louretha Campbell; brother, Gary Bond; along with a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
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Gary , Louretha and the Williams family, We were sadden to hear of the death of Alex. He was such a wonderful person. He was always pleasant and ready for a nice conversation when we would see him. We always enjoyed talking with him whether it was in person or on the CB radio. He had such a sweet soul. He will certainly be missed. To God be the Glory.
Former students in Corsicana Texas G.W. JACKSON L.H. & GERTRUDE PERKINS RICHARDSON. WE loved and respected Coach Alexander. He was a great educator always threatening to give us one letter A’s (F) to keep us alert and striving to be the best. We loved and respected him. Our prayers are with those of His family and friends. God strengthen you all.
The Family of Alex
May he ise in glory and rest in peace. May his memory be a blessing.
“COACH”
Very fond memories of “Coach.” I found him to be very serious about “our education.” Coach was stern and he did not “pIay!” I think it was in 1962 (7th Grade) at the segregated Lockhart Carver High School History Class that I remember two incidents. One, we had to write a paper and his specific instruction was that it had to be written in the same color of ink. For some strange reason I had this green ink pen which ran out of ink as I was near completion; needless to say, I had to get a blue pen and begin all over again! Two, for whatever reason our entire class was negligent in a homework assignment, and he went row by row asking questions. If one person could at least correctly answer the row would be saved, if not that row would have to go up to his desk and get a “lick.” This went on for what seemed like an eternity! Not casting any aspersions on paddling for it was highly accepted and approved in our time. Moreover, it was expected and understood that it takes a Village to Raise a Child and I was certainly the better for it. Circa 1990 I saw him at a Carver Reunion, and he was taken aback by my comment. I said, totally in jest, “you used to beat me!”
Williams Family I extend my heartfelt condolences, and prayers for your comfort in this grievous time. The LORD is our strength, our rock on which we stand. To GOD be the Glory…
I had the pleasure of working in Coach Williams office he was a pleasure to work for if ever I needed anything he was there telling me many stories about teaching my parents he will be missed. Prayers ti his family may God comfort you and fill the void.
Gary,
I was very saddened to hear of the death of your beloved brother Alex. I met him once in 2005 at a WISD graduation ceremony for students of A.J. Moore Academy. Once he realized that I was your high school classmate he spoke so very very proudly of you! He was one of your
strongest cheerleaders. May his life and his many accomplishments be a blessing to all of you!
IP
I was so very sad to hear of the death of “Coach Williams”. He was my history teacher for several history classes in Corsicana, Tx. You certainly did not leave his class without having learned something.. He was so well respected by students and faculty alike. Rest in peace “Coach”. Job well done. To God Be The Glory..
To Larry Williams and the entire Williams family:
My condolence to all of you.To Larry Williams, my condolences to you and the Williams family.
My Name is Lydia Weaver, I taught school under Mr. Williams when he was a principal in Corsicana. He was the best principal I ever had. He was very good with his students and staff. I would like to share a video with you if you would please call me at 254-749-8241 we can arrange to meet. leave message if I don’t answer.
Blessings and comfort to thd entire family.
Mrs. L. Weaver
Coach A. Williams,
A man of integrity, knowledge and wisdom.
Learned of Life while attending Corsicana High School.
As a student, I had the privilege of working in the office which consist of being in his presence a lot. One joy I had was at the start of each school day, Coach and I would sit at the Absence Admit Slip Table together, issuing out to students their pass back to their class that has been absent previous day(s).
Coach, Thanks so much for being the man you were…. Trust Worthy.
YOU WORK DOWN HERE IS FINISH. TAKE YOUR SIT IN GLORY!!!! SEE YOU LATER
Love Always Respectfully,
DeAnna Williams ❤️
Hernandez
Class of ‘89💙💛
I worked under Alex when he was assistant principal and when he became principal at Corsicana High School. He new I was from Waco and we both knew some of the same people in Waco. He would always shoot straight from the hip when we had conversations and I appreciated that. He was a good man and leader .Thank God for that.. God Bless you to the family and I know he will be missed by many.