Obituary: Alvin Earl Lassiter Jr

Alvin Earl Lassiter Jr., 68, died at home Sunday, June 9, 2024, in Trenton. “Al” was a member and deacon at Lanie's Chapel Christian Church and a 32 degree Mason member of Trenton Zion Masonic Lodge #81. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, “Grampy”, family member, and friend. Al was also known as “Buddy” by some of his family.

Al was the oldest brother of seven children, a graduate of Kinston High School, and graduated from Lenoir Community College with a degree in Heating, Air, and Refrigeration as well as his contractor’s license. He married his sweetheart, Anna, on June 7th, 1981; they had just celebrated their 43rd anniversary. Al was known to be a hard worker who never knew when to retire, and he always had a tender heart for those in need. He owned Al’s Service Company and helped many families and businesses in any way he could. He truly loved his wife and children, but especially enjoyed his grandchildren. He loved to fish, listen to Old Country and Christian radio, and remain current with world events. Al was indeed a friend to all and never met a stranger.

Al is survived by his wife, Anna Phillips Lassiter of the home; son Douglas Clarence Lassiter of Kinston, daughters Alison Marie Lassiter Strommer of Trenton and Melanie Lauren Lassiter Singh and husband Sanchit of New Bern; sisters Mae Braxton of Florida, Diane Luna of Texas, Pearlene Bennett of Virginia; brother Gary Lassiter of Kinston; sisters-in-law Linda Griffin and husband John of New Bern, and Susan Pickard and husband Victor of Hillsborough; grandchildren Hannah Elizabeth Lassiter of Wilmington, Samuel Douglas Lassiter of Greenville, Gabriel Edward Lassiter of Kinston, Aiden Phillip Strommer of Trenton, and Mia Lauren Singh and Liam Chandler Singh of New Bern; Aunt Louella Rouse of New Bern; and many dear cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin “Earl” and Frances Lassiter, brother Michael Lassiter, and sister Dorothy Lassiter.

Funeral services will be held Friday, June 14, 2024 at 11 am in the chapel of Howard-Carter Funeral Home with Reverend Darren Smith presiding. Burial will follow at Phillips Family Cemetery, Phillips Road, Trenton, NC.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Lanie's Chapel Christian Church at 5333 Hwy 58 N, Kinston, NC 28501.

Howard-Carter Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.