He received Christ at an early age, and was baptized in Boley, Oklahoma. He graduated from Boley High School, Class of 1960. He started his career at Pepsi Cola in Oklahoma City. Over the course of his professional career, he was a skilled craft cement mason. Alphonso was proud to be a Charter member of New Vessels Christian Church in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Alphonso and Parthenia “Tina” Burdine were united in marriage on November 23, 1963, and remained married for more than 60 years. As a result of this union, three children were born, two boys and a girl.
Among his favorite pastimes were spending time with his family, ranching in Boley, trail rides, yard work, playing dominos and listening to music.
Alphonso fought a valiant battle with cancer for over 23 years. His determination and handling every challenge with dignity and grace was a testament to his strong faith. He made his transition from this earth November 24, 2023.
Alphonso was preceded in death by parents James Earnest, Sr. and Rubie Burdine, brothers Owen Larry Burdine and Qunnen “Butch” Burdine, sister in-law Vernie B. Brooks, son Bryant James Burdine, and grandson Jean-Ciar Pierce.
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 60 years Parthenia of the home, son Melvin (Detra) Burdine of Broken Arrow, daughter Renee (Dwight) Bibbs of Los Angeles, CA, daughter-in-law Sarah Burdine of Oklahoma City, grandchildren E’Lescia, Cameron, Lauren, Devin, Meagan, and Morgan Burdine, and Bianca, Sajun, and Blake Bibbs, great-grandchildren Ciara Pierce, Casen and Carter Burdine, brothers Everett (Joylyn), Clark (Carla), and James (Barbara), sisters-in-law Doris Burdine and Deneisa Jackson, brother-in-law Kenneth Brooks, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Scripture Psalm 91:2 - I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.
Love from Your Children
Dad…Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure…You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
Love from Your Granddaughters
Many people have the opportunity to have a grandpa or grandfather, but thank you for blessing me to be able to have a “Papa.” I’ll never have another. I love you and know you’re already being the protector of the family like you always were. - E’Lescia
I am so thankful for you. I love you and will miss you Papa! -Lauren
I am blessed to have had you in my life. I love you and I will miss you always! - Devin
I will always love you Papa, the memories and your love will always be with us. - Meagan
I will always remember your laugh. Love you Papa! - Morgan
Love from Your Grandsons
I will do my best to carry on your legacy Papa! - Cameron
Buddy, I miss you today, just as I missed you yesterday, just as I will miss you for the rest of my life. Love you forever, - Blake
Brothers’ Prayer - Father God, we thank you for our brother, for the love he gave, the honesty that he possessed, the faithfulness that he showed to each of us. Keep him close to our two brothers already in your care, for without You, we can do nothing. These things we ask in Jesus’ name. Amen.
A visitation for Alphonso will be held Sunday, December 3, 2023 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Memorial Park Funeral Home, 13313 North Kelley, Oklahoma City, OK 73131.
A funeral service will occur Monday, December 4, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Wildewood Christian Church, 6900 N Kelley Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73111.
