Alexander "Alex" Fullerton Imlay Jr.

Alexander F. Imlay, Jr., 70, died peacefully at home in Houston, Texas, on August 23, 2012. He was born on November 2, 1941 in Passaic, New Jersey, the first child of Alexander F. and Jeannette G. Imlay. He graduated from Montclair (N.J.) High School in 1960 and attended Drew University in New Jersey and the University of Houston.

Alex overcame his lifelong vision problems by enjoying job training and other activities provided by the Lighthouse for the Blind of Houston. He also used his keen mind and incredible memory to pursue his interest in history and in sports. He was his family’s genealogical expert.

Alex is survived by four sisters and their families: Anne I. McCluan of Houston, Betsy I. Kernahan of San Antonio, Laurie I. Jahnke Hutchings of Durham, NC, and Nancy I. Briggs of Dallas.

A memorial service for Alex will be held at Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church at a time to be scheduled in October 2012.

In lieu of flowers Alex requested that gifts be given to either the Lighthouse of Houston 3602 West Dallas, Houston 77019 or to CanCare Inc. 9575 Katy Freeway, Suite 428, Houston 77024.