Posted: Mon 4:35 PM, Mar 04, 2013

Alexander, Roland Charles

Funeral Home: Leavitt Funeral Home

Roland Charles Alexander, 95, of Parkersburg, passed away on March 3, 2013 at his residence under the loving care of his family.

He was born in Webster Township, Michigan on March 23, 1917 the son of the late Horace L. and Harriet L. Knight Alexander. He graduated from Ann Arbor High School and the University Architectural School. He entered the Army in August of 1942 and proudly served his country in World War II. He was awarded the Combat Infantry Badge, two Bronze Stars and three Battle Stars.

Following his military service, Roland worked at a design engineer firm serving the automobile industry. He designed automobile parts and processed for the production line. He was an avid golfer, gifted painter and enjoyed reading.

In retirement, he and his wife Carol spent winters in Florida and then moved there in 2003, where he enjoyed the many golf corses. They moved to Parkersburg in 2010 to be close to family due to health reasons.

Roland is survived by his wife of 70 years Carol Elizabeth Harper Alexander, a Parkersburg native, daughter Naomi Dixon of Parkersburg, seven grandchildren including James Dixon, IV, Steve Dixon (Carol), Sue Christman (Troy), several great grandchildren including Joey Dixon (Julia) and one nephew.

In addition to his parents, Rolland was preceded in death by son Gilbert Lemon, brother Llewellen Alexander, one grandson and one granddaughter.

Following Roland’s request, he will be placed at Arlington National Cemetery with Military Honors.

The family wishes to thank Myrtle Martinelli, Jessie Martinelli and Amedisys Hospice for the special care they have given Rolland and the family.

Online condolences may be sent by visiting LeavittFuneralHome.com.

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