Charles was born in Burlington, Kentucky on December 23, 1942, the proud son to Gladys (Webster) and Ottis Alexander. He attended schools locally in Burlington while also working with his family as share croppers during his childhood years. He then joined the United States Air Force and was stationed in Portsmouth, New Hampshire for 4 years. A year later he married the love of his life Lorraine (Meuse) in Portland, Maine and the couple became proud parents of 2 children. Charles also had a successful career at General Motors Acceptance Corporation (GMAC) where he rose through the ranks and eventually retired as Credit Manager.
He was always a good provider, husband and father. Enjoyed working, camping, fishing, golfing, being with family and friends. and giving "big hugs." He never forgot to say "plan your work and work your plan."
Charles leaves to cherish his loving memory his wife of 60 years Lorraine Alexander of Bokeelia, FL; grandson Troy Alexander of Phoenix, Arizona; 4 nieces, 3 nephews along with several great nieces and nephews. Sadly, he was preceded in death by his daughter Lauren Alexander of Cape Coral, FL; son Carey Alexander of Phoenix, Arizona, father Ottis Alexander, mother Gladys Alexander; sisters Sue King of Dayton, Ohio, Charlotte Alexander of Covington, KY, and Eloise Baynum of Covington, KY.
A Funeral Mass for Charles will be celebrated by Fr. Jacek "Yatcek" Mazur at 11:00 AM on Thursday, October 22, 2026 inside the Sanctuary at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church, 12175 Stringfellow Road, Bokeelia, Florida 33922, (239) 283-0456. Immediately following conclusion of the liturgy, family and friends will travel to Coral Ridge Memorial Park and Cremation Gardens, 950 Chiquita Boulevard S, Cape Coral, Florida 33991, (239) 283-0540 where the Honor Guard for the United States Air Force will render the Funeral Military Ceremony to honor his service in the Armed Forces. Upon conclusion of these exercises, Charles will be laid to rest inside the Honor Garden of the Cemetery.
To share a story or photo, leave a tribute or to offer condolences to the family at this difficult time please visit the on-line memorial tribute page for Charles at www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/cape-coral-fl/charles-alexander-13062018 and sign his guestbook.
