Life’s Reflections
Whitney LeShay Reid Alexander was born November 1, 1988, to the proud parents of LaShandra Renee-Reid and Auther Lee Peete, Jr., and active stepfather Adrian E. Sesley.
Whitney accepted Christ at a young age at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church—Westwood, where Dr. Nethers
Whitney graduated from Hamilton High School in 2008. In 2012, she met the love of her life, and the
Whitney was always the best party planner and a true mixologist. She never let herself down. She was a true hustler with her “Whits Tipsy Treats” business, and she never drank.
She leaves behind to cherish her memories her husband, Daniel Alexander; parents, Lashandra Reid, Arthur Lee Peete, Jr., and Adrian Sesley; siblings, Joshua Lee Reid, Adrienne Nicole Reid, Brittney Renee Reid, Alisha Jenay Sesley; grandparents, Lillian Britton, and Micheal L. Reid, Sr., great grandmother; Mae E. Clayton, nieces and nephews; Aniya, Mercedes, Armani, Jenaé, Jaliyah, Caiden, Cailey, Kayden, Lil Josh, TJ, Cameron and Isiah, aunt; TaKasha Reid, uncle, Micheal Reid, Jr., great aunts, Cleva Brooks, Tricie Clayton and Lorretta Clayton, great uncles, Alan Clayton and KC Clayton; motherin-law, Angela Alexander (Carlos “Pappy”), father-in-law, Terry Newbern, grandparents-in-law; Martha and Nathaniel Alexander, sister and brothers-in-law, Jonathan Smith, Travis Alexander, Kimberly Newbern, Kena Newbern, Marcus Rayford, and Cortney Rayford, auntie-in-laws; Mary Parnel, Ethel Curry and Denise Alexander and
Whitney is preceded in death by Frankie Cole, Brodie Clayton, Sr., Barbara Reid and Nathan Alexander.
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
Psalms 23
Order of Celebration
Saturday, July 13, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Olivet Fellowship Baptist Church 4450 Knight Arnold Road • Memphis, Tennessee 38118
Rev. Dr. Zedrick Clayton, III
Musical Prelude
Processional........................................................................................The Family of Whitney Alexander
Scripture Readings: The Old & New Testament..............................................................................................Minister
Prayer.................................................................................................................Mother Mae E. Clayton Grandmother
Musical Selection................................................................................................................OFBC Choir
Words of Encouragement.................................................................Evangelist Thresha Rucker Rankin
Special Tributes
Joshua Lee Reid - Brother
Yolanda Young - Neice
Arthur Lee Peete, Jr. - Father
Lashandra “Renee” Reid & Mileta Timmons
Musical Tribute.................................................................Zedrick “KC” Clayton, I & Alan A. Clayton Uncle
Eulogy.........................................................................................................Rev. Dr. Zedrick Clayton, III
The Committal
Recessional
A Husband’s Last Cry Angel of Mines
Over 20 years ago, when I first laid eyes on you, I told you that I would get you and make you mine, and look what we became: husband and wife. You were an angel I borrowed from God. Over 15 years together with you helped me grow and change into a better gentleman to be able to love you the way you wanted 13 years of loving you was the best 13 years of my life. I called you my queen because of the strength, wisdom, love, and support you gave and showed everyone around you. I called you my sunshine because you could light up anyone’s day when they were in a dark place. You were my love muffin because you were gentle, sweet, and warm from the hugs, kisses, and touches like a fresh muffin out of the oven. We overcame every battle and walked through every storm together. I knew how to make you say I can’t stand you and turn around and say, but I love you. I was your rock and backbone, as you were mine through thick and thin. As I get ready to return God’s angel to her reserved spot with our three-piece, I can honestly say with a smile on my face, memories in my head, and love in my heart we made it to death due to us apart and would do it all over again with you, but at the end of the day, you will always and forever be the one and only Mrs.Alexander My queen I love you gorgeous until we see you again rest well sunshine your loving husband soulmate king.
LTributes
Love, Daniel
Grandmother’s Cry
To Whitney, It takes a lot of work to write this. You just left a hole in my heart. Enjoy sitting and drinking our tea; you would start singing” He saw the Best in Me,” and we’d sing it and start crying. I’m so grateful to have had to for 35 years, but rest, my baby. You’ve had a hard time—no more pain and suffering. You had my love and respect for the woman you had become.
Love Always, Grandma Harriett (Mommy)
From B
I love you with everything in my heart and I know now that I’ll never get a big sister again and I cherish every moment you shared with me and being all “mybabydaddies” I love you
To My Baby from TT Tasha
You were the first one to make me an Auntie/Momma. I am grateful for the time God allowed us to share To have you for a Neice was a great honor.
I love you so much, my Whitney… Until we meet again_
Hey “TT,” I know you are not physically here with me, but you’re always in my heart, body, and soul; thank you for our talks and the “fake” arguments. Just to laugh, you made it to heaven peacefully. I love you so much and never thought you’d leave me, but God had other plans. I appreciate you for ensuring I was straight from birthday parties to putting money in my hand for no reason. You were my baby, and I was yours. I could write a whole book about you, TT, but I love you, my baby. No more suffering until we meet again, my love
- Auntie’s Baby Girl
We were meant to age twenty-five years side by side, and I longed for another twenty-five. I never thought there would come a day when I would need to express these feelings, so I cannot fully convey how deeply I will miss you, how much I cherish you, how genuinely I love you, how grateful I am for you being my best friend, an excellent listener, protector, and my very first big sister. Whether close or far away, you are one of the ones who always made things happen for me, and you deserve all your flowers and recognition. Even in the absence of others, you never left my side, always with me, back-to-back. I love you forever and beyond, and even further beyond that. You’ve always clarified that I was your “favorite birthday gift.” I hope you understand that even though living this life without you will be painful, it’s alright for you to rest, and I’ll be okay. From the cradle to the grave, it’s you and me, sister girl. Until our next encounter, I thank you for
Sister Cry
The greatest sister I could have in this lifetime! You gave me the world, and I never had to ask. You gave my kids unconditional love, the best auntie ever! You had the most joyous spirit and giving heart. You loved me differently than everyone & always made me feel uniquely special. You’ll always be my favorite. For 28 years, God blessed me with having you as a part of my life. You showed me what real sibling love looks like. You gave us your all and will always be a key to holding the family together. Gone too soon, I will genuinely miss everything about you! Until we meet again, sister, save me a spot. You were the gift that kept giving, and your name will live through me; I LOVE YOU FOREVER, My Big Baby, Your Favorite little sister. I’m grateful I could take care of you until the end.
Your Chocolate Baby, Alisha “Nookie”
I’m Free
Don’t grieve for me for now I’m free, I’m following the path God laid for me I took his hand when I heard him call, I turned my back and left it all I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work or play Tasks left undone must stay that way, I’ve found that peace at the close of day If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Ah yes, these things I too will miss Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish for you the sunshine of tomorrow
My life’s been full, I’ve savored much, Good friends, good times, my loved one’s touch If my time seemed all too brief, Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief
Lift up your heart, rejoice with me, God wanted me now, He set me free.
