Edward Alala

Edward Alala, best known as “The Coach”, died peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 27, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. A true family man, Eddie was known for his hilarious sense of humor, generosity, and his admirable ability to find the silver lining in even the toughest moments in life. An army veteran, he served selflessly in the Military Police for the term of his career.

He is survived by his wife Jean Alala of their home in N. Myrtle Beach with their two four-legged friends Annie and Charlie; son Edward Glenn Alala of Hickory NC; son Chad Alala of Cary NC and his wife Denise; and daughter Ashley Coble of Wilmington NC and husband Steve; and seven grandchildren, all of which are girls! They are Mackenzie, Chase, and Olivia Alala; Hannah and Ava Alala; and Drew and Katie Coble.

Born August 15, 1940 in Greensboro NC to the late Joseph and Wahida Alala, Eddie was preceded in death by his oldest brother Basil Alala, and two sisters, Margaret Alala and Mary Dixon. Living siblings include Johnny Alala of Greensboro; George Alala of N. Myrtle Beach and his wife Marsha; and Madeline Lineberry of McLeansville NC and husband Tommy.

A service will be held Sunday, April 3rd, 2022, 3pm at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in Hickory, NC. Rev Fr. Tryggvi Arnason and Father Randy Ferebee will be officiating. All are welcome to join in the celebration of his life. Reception will follow in Ferebee Hall.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.leefhandcrematory.com for the Alala family. Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.