William Jackson “Jack” Alexander 1924-2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Jackson “Jack” Alexander on Nov. 29, 2023. He was born on July 20, 1924 in Sandia to Artie Eva Salmon Awalt and William Steaven Alexander. Jack was a loving husband to Faye Brannan Pieratt Alexander, and they were married in Dallas on Oct. 3, 1981. He was also a devoted father to his four children, Ann, Barbara, Gary Paul and Tina.

After graduating from Texas A&M University, Jack began his career at Humble Oil in Iraan. He worked as a petroleum engineer for Chambers & Kennedy of Odessa, Regal Oil of Wichita Falls and the U.S. Dept. of Energy in Dallas. Even after retiring, he continued to share his expertise as an independent consulting engineer.

Jack was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Rockwall, where he was extremely active and involved. His faith was a cornerstone of his life, and he lived it out through his service to the church community.

Jack had a lifelong passion for woodworking, which began in junior high school when he started making large furniture pieces such as a four-poster bed, a gun cabinet, dining table and a wall divider. As he got older, he switched to smaller pieces such as handcrafted bowls, candlesticks and lazy susans. His skill and attention to detail were evident in every piece he created, and he took great pride in his work.

Jack was an active member of the Republican Parties of Wood and Rockwall Counties. He was the first elected Republican in Ector County and went on to become the first Republican county judge of Wood County. His dedication to public service and his commitment to the Republican Party were unwavering, and he was respected by all who knew him.

Jack, a beloved member of his family, recently celebrated his 99th birthday with a surprise party that was attended by four generations of his family. The party was a joyous occasion, filled with laughter, love and memories. Jack was surrounded by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and even some great-great-grandchildren, all of whom came together to celebrate his remarkable life. The party was a testament to the enduring love and respect that Jack has earned over the years, and it was a fitting tribute to a man who has touched so many lives.

Jack is survived by his daughters, Lillian Ann Alexander of San Angelo, Barbara Leatrice Alexander of Austin and Tina Roper and husband Dan, of Rockwall; his daughter-in-law, Judy Alexander of Rowlett; grandchildren, Jarrod Stokes of San Angelo, Brad Stokes and wife Calley of San Angelo, Amy Stokes of Phoenix, Melissa Stokes of San Angelo, Bryan Alexander and wife Carly of Rowlett, Jessica Alexander of Rowlett, Caine Alexander of Rowlett and Mark Alexander of Rowlett; great-grandchildren, Mancil Stokes of Lubbock, Whittman Stokes, Morgann Stokes, Jimmy Stokes and Lillian Stephens, all of San Angelo, and Katie and Rosie Alexander of Rowlett; great-great-grandchildren, Graeme, Steeli and Wade Stokes of San Angelo; brother-in-law, Porter Brannan and wife Edie of Watauga; his sister-in-law, Joann Alexander of New York; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Artie and William; the mother of three of his children, Rita Robertson Burt; his wife, Faye Alexander; his son, Gary Paul Alexander; his brothers, Roy Alexander and Melvin Alexander; and his sister, Carol Dee Awalt East.

A funeral service was held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 in Reflections at Rest Haven Funeral Home, Rockwall. A gathering of loved ones and friends was held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023 in The Gathering at Rest Haven. Jack was laid to rest at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 11, 2023 at the Santa Anna Cemetery; 206 Fannin St, Santa Anna.