Obituary - Sidney Dale Alexander, Jr.

Sidney Dale Alexander, Jr.

Sidney Dale Alexander, Jr., 79, of Stockton, Missouri, formerly of Mound City, Kansas died on Thursday, January 12, 2017 at his home following a long battle with failing health. Sid was born September 19, 1937 in Kansas City, Missouri to Sidney Dale and Sarah (Rice) Alexander. Sid worked as an Iron worker early in his life and later he owned and operated Mobile Home Sales and Service business. He drove a truck for Air Products for several years before he had to retire due to his health. He married Carlene Michael on September 1, 1996 and they were very happily married for 17 years before she preceded him death on April 5, 2014. Survivors include one son, Robin Alexander; three daughters, Sarah Kirsner, Cyndy Campbell, and Lori Sykes. His niece, Melissa Rogers lived with Sid and provided him with excellent care for the last year. He is also survived by two sisters, Dorothy Beck and Nancy Alexander; nine grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and 13 nieces and nephews. Those who knew Sid well knew of the many adversities he faced in his life, and admired his ability to overcome and to build a life rich with loving family and good friends. He will be missed by many.

The funeral service will be at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Mound City Chapel. Visitation will be from noon until service time. Burial will be in Curry Cemetery, west of Mound City. The family suggests contributions to the American Lung Association in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box J, Mound City, Kansas 66056. Family and friends may leave online condolences at www.schneiderfunerals.com.