Alexander Jones

Alexander Jones, 62, departed this walk of life Thursday morning, April 16, 2026 at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill.

A celebration of his life will be Friday, May 1, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro. A time of visitation will follow the service.

He was born in Wilson County on May 19, 1963 to the late John Miller Taylor and Beulah Mae Jones Taylor.  He was employed with Dillard Academy Charter School in Goldsboro as their custodian and will be missed.

Alexander leaves to cherish his memories his daughter, Oriell Williams; his siblings, Shirley Jones Wooten (Tyron), John Taylor Jr. (Lisa), Angela Hatch (Chris) and Toya Taylor; his half sister, Rochelle Reid of Fremont; his grandchildren; great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and close friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Oteria Williams and his brother, Thomas Parker.

Professional services entrusted to the care of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro.

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