Rick G. Alexander

March 24, 2013

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Rick G. Alexander 63, of rural Frankfort, died March 24, 2013 at I.U. Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, IN Born November 29, 1949 in Rush County, IN. Mr. Alexander was a 1967 graduate of Rushville High School. Born and raised in Rushville where he joined his first band, The Misfits as a high school sophomore in 1966. A veteran of the U.S. Army, he served from April 3, 1970 to December 10, 1971. He worked at Frito Lay, retiring in October 2012 after 35 years. Rick lived in Colorado, Arizona, California and Florida, returning to Indiana in 1978. A longtime musician, he sang and played guitar for the eclectic Southern Oblivion band with his brother Dennis, Aaron Walker and good friend and musical brother, Ben Flora. Rick loved cooking, enjoyed teaching and playing music and loved his family.

Visitation and Services

Visitation will be Thursday, March 28, 2013 from 4-7 p.m. at Goodwin Funeral Home. No services are planned. Memorial donations may be made to the Goodwin Funeral Home to help the family cover final expenses.

Survived by:

Companion for over 20 years: Meemee Arroyo of rural Frankfort, 3 Sons: Eric Alexander and Adam Alexander of Bloomington, Jesse (Heather) Stinnett of rural Frankfort, Brother: Dennis Alexander of Burlington, 3 Sisters: Susie (Andy) Lee of Logansport, Gayla (Brian) Zimmerman of Kokomo, Darlene Hornaday of Auburn, AL. Grandson, Jesse James Stinnett and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Preceded by:

He was preceded in death by his parents, Keith & Millie Hollowell.

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Condolences

10 Condolences for “Rick G. Alexander”

  1. Jesika March 26, 2013 at 10:53 pm

    I would give anything to be there. I am so sorry I have to miss this. I love you lots and I will miss Uncle Rick. Meemee you will always be family, please don’t ever forget that.
    So much love

  2. Rick and Donna Reagan March 26, 2013 at 10:56 pm

    R.I.P. Rick, you will forever be missed, and your jokes and laughter will live on. FLY HIGH my friend Rick and Donna Reagan

  3. Jo Ann Smith March 26, 2013 at 11:06 pm

    Rick,
    My heart is sadden by your passing. I enjoyed knowing you and working with you. You always seemed to be smiling and making others smile. You will always be remembered. So sorry

  4. Tony Jones March 27, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    You always made me realize how special each day here on Earth really is!! I so miss our conversations about SEC college football!! Rest in Peace my Friend!!!

  5. Nancy Whiting March 27, 2013 at 5:27 pm

    Meemee, Jesse, Heather, my heart and prayers go out to you in this time of great sadness. I am so glad I was able to meet Rick and spend a couple of family events and band performances with all. He was always such upbeat person, happy to be around and eager to make everyone feel at ease. I am sure you will miss him terribly. In greatest sympathy, Nancy

  6. Marci McQuern March 27, 2013 at 9:23 pm

    MeeMee …..

    I am so sorry you weren’t able to enjoy more time together with Rick.. May God be with you. Rick was such an uplifting person and I know that if anyone was having a bad day at work, he was able to make them laugh… You are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Take Care of yourself..

    Marci

  7. Greg Raike March 28, 2013 at 2:50 pm

    Rick,

    From one of the guys “back in the day” from Rushville who was a few years younger than you but remember you so very well, keep the volume down “up there.” To his family, my deepest condolences for you loss and know that many of us who were so grateful to cross Rick’s path in life are better off from that experience. Peace out & RIP.

  8. Casey and Jeff March 28, 2013 at 7:03 pm

    Dennis,
    Our hearts go out to you and the family. We’re so sorry we can’t be there in person to share special memories and stories of Rick with you. There are countless SOB shows, where we know he was most comfortable–doing his “thang” with you, Aaron and Ben. How fortunate we were to have Southern Oblivion play at Jeff’s birthday party! What a great memorable time!! We’re thinking of you and know that Rick is jamming away with all the greats! Bless him and may he now rest in peace.

    Casey and Jeff

  9. Janis Kight March 28, 2013 at 11:53 pm

    We are so sorry to hear this news. May the Good Lord be with him. Steve and Evelyn Emery, Bill Emery

  10. Steve Martin April 1, 2013 at 2:14 am

    Sorry to hear of Ricks passing, You were a fun guy to hang out with in the old days at Rushville, considering you were an underclass men. Rock on my friend. RIP…….Steve Martin 1967

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