Ollie "Gig" Mae Alexander

Gig was born in Pickens to the late William Roy and Lassie Jane Garren.

Gig was a long-time member of Red Hill Baptist Church; and was the owner of Garren's Cafe for over 30 years. The cafe was a place for her community to gather and enjoy a cup of coffee or a meal. She enjoyed sitting down with her customers and visiting with them. She loved the community she served and was loved by them as well. During her spare time, she often was seen with her sister Brenda working in the yard with her flowers and plants.

Gig is survived by her three sisters Bonnie Parnell, Ida Price, and Betty Brock (John); brother Ron Garren (Betti); son-in-law Jerry Black; and special friends Pat and Fred Granger. She also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews to cherish her memory.

Gig was preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband of 50 years Morris Alexander; daughter Judy Elaine Black; brothers Carl, Bob, and Alton Garren; sister Brenda Garren.

A visitation for Gig will be held Monday, June 10, 2024 from 12:30 PM to 1:45 PM at Dillard Memorial Funeral Home, 2402 Gentry Memorial Highway, Pickens, South Carolina, with a funeral service to follow at 2:00 PM. Gig will be laid to rest at Hillcrest Memorial Park.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.dillardfunerals.com. Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.