Graveside Memorial Services for the late Retired USAF Msgt. Alphonso "Al" Overton, will be held on Saturday morning, July 31, 2010, 11:00 AM at the Brownsville Cemetery, Summerville, SC, Rev. Solomon A. Rice, Officiating.
Alphonso Russell Overton was born, June 6, 1968, in White Plains, New York to Andrew Overton and the late Margruetta Thompson Overton. He was the first born of this union of three boys and one girl. He attended White Plains High School, Community College of United States Air Force and Charleston Southern University. He obtained two Associates Degrees, one in Logistics and the other in Paralegal Studies.
He grew up in the Bethel Baptist Church in White Plains, NY. In 2008, Al moved to Summerville, SC and joined New Ashley Baptist Church.
Al enjoyed being a part of “My Brother’s Keeper” Social Group. He had a passion for fishing, playing golf, video games, listening to music and playing basketball.
He was joined in Holy Matrimony to LuTricia “Treeka” James in 2000. To this union two beautiful daughters were born.
Al joined the United States Air Force in 1986. He was stationed in Idaho, Japan, Washington State, and Florida, just to name a few. He retired from the Air Force in July of 2008 after serving 22 years and 23 days at the Tyndall Air Force Base. During his many years of service, Al has touched lives with his bright smile and his love for children.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Mrs. Lutricia "Treeka" Overton; his daughters, Little Miss MyKayla Overton and Little Miss MyKenzie Overton; his father, Mr. Andrew Overton; his mother who preceded him in death, Margruetta Thompson Overton; his brothers, Mr. Andrew (Tasha) Overton, Jr., First Sgt. Vaughn (Kerry) Overton, and Mr. Paul Overton; his sisters, Mrs. Janine (Edred) McQuillar and Ms. Annie Overton; his mother-in-law Ms. Rogeina James; his God daughter, Little Miss Danielle June; dedicated friends Glen Blakely, Edward Simpson, Prince Miller, Pierre Lowe, Andre Frank, Mark Ellison and Rick Roberts; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
We here at the City of Charleston Municipal Court were saddened to learn of Mr. Overton's passing. He worked here for a brief time and returned to visit us on occasion and was always the pleasant, bright, and encouraging spirit to lift you up on a bad day. We wish the family peace and comfort during your bereavement. Remember: "He is not gone, he's just away..."
Peace to you and yours,
Sylvia Skeeter
Vesta Richardson
Posted Tue July 27, 2010
Dear Overton Family:
My prayers are sent to you all. May you forever lean on Jesus, and rest in His loving arms. Your love one is now with Jesus. He is in the very best of hands.
He is now whole, free, and at home with his Lord and Savior. You now must feast on all the treasure you have stored down thru the years of togetherness.
We keep our love ones alive with us thru the treasures o our hearts and all the times we had down thru the years. He is at home, Keep Him alive for the children, keep his name going, movies of family time going, photo everywhere.
He will always be a part of you all. Rest in Jesus, He wil be there for you. Shalom.
The Scherer Family
Posted Tue July 27, 2010
We were saddened to hear of Mr. Overton's passing. He was a fixture at the corner bus stop and will be missed. He always had a kind word for all the kids and my youngest specifically remembers him calling her Princess every morning we saw him. Our hearts are heavy, but also rejoicing that Al has a new body and new life. We will continue to pray for all the family.
Colleen Scherer
Carey Morris
Posted Wed July 28, 2010
Treeka, Mykalay, MyKenzie,
I was saddened to hear of the loss of such a great man. My deepest sympathies go out to you are your family, at this time of great sorrow. I remember being stationed with you all at Tyndall AFB. Al always had a kind word. He was a great supervisor, great rolemodel and most of all a great friend. He will be deeply missed by all. I am honored to have known him and your family. May you all find strength in knowing he is finally at peace.
Johnny Elliott
Posted Wed July 28, 2010
Treeka and Family,
I am sorry for your loss, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything that I could do, I am here for you!
Laura McMaster
Posted Wed July 28, 2010
When I came to the Census in March,2009, Al welcomed me to his training class with his wonderful smile and warm personality. He brightened every day and I enjoyed his company very much. I am still at the Census and I wish he were, too. God bless each of you at this time.
"Faith is the bird that feels the light, and sings when the dawn is dark".
Millicence "Mikki" McKnight
Posted Thu July 29, 2010
God knows what is best and never makes a mistake. My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of s great man, a great husband, a great father and a great friend. As Al is resting now, please find comfort and peace in the arms of Jesus. Treeka...love you much and know you and the girls will forever be in thoughts, prayers and heart.
LEROY DANTZLER, JR.
Posted Thu July 29, 2010
TREEKA AND FAMILY,
I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOUR FAMILY IS IN MY PRAYERS.
Michael A. Minor
Posted Thu July 29, 2010
First let me say how sorry i am to here of O''s passing. He was one of my best friends and a very good co-worker we were together in Japan from 1995 till 1999. I''ll always rember his smile and happy outlook on life. God bless his family and friends. It seems like all the good ones go so early. I''ll never forget you O!
Delvalle Family
Posted Fri July 30, 2010
I am saddened to hear of the passing of Alphonso Overton . My deepest sympathies go out to his family during this tought time. I met "O" in the paralegal career field and I will always remember his dedication to his family as well as his bright smile and great outlook on life. May the lord be with you during this time of sorrow. He will greatly missed.
David Raisley
Posted Fri July 30, 2010
Al & I were going thru Chemo together at the Cancer Center. Good looking guy as well as his dad. I told him he got his good looks fm his dad. Al was the nicest guy you could meet. We were both veterans of the service. He was always up beat, and always made me feel good having Lung Cancer. Fortunately for me, I'm Cancer Free, and I wanted him to know that, but never saw him since being discharged fm the Cancer Center. I truly felt he'd beat his Cancer as well with his optimism. My sincerest condolences to his wife, and his dad (whom I had the pleasure of meeting). He was too young to die fm this deadly desease. He'll be sadly missed. Dave Raisley, Summerville, SC
Mechel LeBlanc
Posted Fri July 30, 2010
Sending prayers of peace and comfort to you and the family.
Lorrenzo Martin & Patrice Martin
Posted Sat July 31, 2010
Treeka, Mykalay, MyKenzie,
I remember how Al could always make me laugh anytime we would run into each other on Tyndall AFB. He and I both played basketball together and actually won the championship that year, which would have never happened without Big "O". My wife Patrice used to do Treeka and the girls hair at her shop so we were deeply saddened to hear of Al's Passing. Our prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord comfort you during your time of sorrow. Lorrenzo "Zo" & Patrice Martin, Panama City Fl.
Thaddeus Bryant
Posted Sat July 31, 2010
To the Overton Family:
In your time of sorrow may it ease your pain to know that others are praying and thinking of you.
Thaddeus (Teddy) Bryant
Hampton, Virginia
Mike, Lily and Faith Flawn
Posted Wed August 04, 2010
I had the pleasure to work with Al for many years at Tyndall Air Force Base Florida. He was the most pleasant and best dressed Air Force member I have ever met in my career. He knew his job and helped many people. May God take care of him.
The Flawn Family Florida.
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