Ule Leon Alexander Jr.'s Obituary
Ule Leon Alexander, Jr (45), affectionately known as “Jr”, left us suddenly on December 23, 2024, with his family by his side at home.
Jr was born August 17, 1979, from the union of his parents the late Thelma Jean Boston Alexander and Ule Leon Alexander, Sr. Jr received his formal education from the Anne Arundel County Public School System. After graduation, he followed his passion, cooking at culinary school . Upon his completion in school; he worked at various restaurants as kitchen manager; spreading his love through the food he made and served. He worked at Outback, Mission BBQ and Shake Shack.
Jr went through many hardships after his cancer diagnosis in 2016 which led him to be an activist for the brave people that stood beside him in battle with cancer. He joined multiple cancer societies including Man Up to Cancer, The Colon Club and ColonGuard Golf Classic among others.
He was a true example of “He lived the scriptural teaching to care and love others as you would yourself”. He was always a listening ear with a caring heart; always ready to give you the best advice and always supported everyone around him. He was always one call and hug away!
His interests included cooking, watches, binge watching shows, and football. His favorite team was the New England Patriots and he would never let you forget it.
He was proceeded in death by his eldest brother Vincent. He leaves to cherish his memory; two sisters - Tina Proctor (Patrick) and Gail Saunders; brother - Calvin Alexander (Lisa); niece - Brandi Alexander; nephews: Dominic and Darius, great niece- Malayah, great nephew-Maddex ; Aunts: Gertrude Colbert (TN), Shirley Alexander, Gladys Alexander; Denise Alexander ; Uncles: Franklin Alexander; Dean Alexander; and his significant other Nicole Pringle and bonus son (Jacob). Best friends: Ricky Fox; Michael Robinson; Kevin Kulesz and Jesse Scott along with a host of cousins, other relatives, and friends.
Friends and family are welcome to gather at Lasting Tributes from 10 am to 12 pm on Friday, January 10, 2025 at Lasting Tributes.
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