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Leon "Ace" Alston
May 13, 1939 - May 19, 2018
Leon "Ace" Alston, was born May 13, 1939 in Memphis TN. He was called home on May 19, 2018. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Katie Alston; brothers, Frank Jr., Willie and Harold. Leon is survived by his wife of 22 years, Linda (Harding) Alston; son, Kenny; daughters, Jodi, Antinina, Cycily and DeAnn. He is also survived by sister, Sandra; 13 grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter; along with a score of in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Leon Alston was a proud veteran, serving 29+ years, in the United States Army. He served as a Green Beret and served 3 tours in Vietnam. The retired Garrison Sergeant Major of Fort Carson was highly decorated and respected.
Leon was also a well-known Dj, affectionately known as "Ace" for decades.
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Brenda Lowe
May 19, 2021
My friend Leon (ACE) was a true gentleman and a honorable soldier. He is truly missed by all that knew and loved him.
Brenda Lowe
May 18, 2020
Ace was a super nice guy always had a smile and kind words for you no matter what he was going through. He is truly missed.
Brenda Lowe
May 21, 2019
Leon aka ACE was a dear friend always had a smile and warm hug for me. His friendly advise was always welcomed. A true gentlemen missed by all. May he rest in peace.
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Ransom Moore
June 8, 2018
REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER YOU WERE ALWAYS A TRUE FRIEND
Denniece White-Mallard (Bryant)
June 4, 2018
to Linda and the family I am in a sad place with your/our loss of Ace. He has bee the sweetest person since the day I met him. And loved him the day he took Linda to be his wife. Hold on family and you have my deepest sympathy and love.
Jacque B
June 2, 2018
It was a pleasure to serve with you at Ft Carson! You will never be forgotten SGM Alston! SALUTE
William (Mr B) Bivens
June 2, 2018
A great comrade and a tremendous acquaintance thru the years has gone on home. Condolendences to the Alston family.
God Bless!
Jennifer Lopez
June 2, 2018
Leon was a great man with a big heart. If you needed help he would always try and help. He always knew how to make people smile. He will be missed!!!!
June 2, 2018
Ace you were A gentleman and a scholar someone who i looked up to, you taught me a lot my friend you will truly be missed. Linda my heart yearns for you and the family Ace was a good man a great Man, He can now watch over us all as we will again see him one day. Prayers for the family Love you Man.
David Pompili
June 2, 2018
Ace, It has been a long time for both of us, starting in 72 and meeting you at !0th Gp Fort Devens...Miss you my brother and hope to see you in the afterlife !!
Brenda Lowe
June 2, 2018
Ace will be truly missed, his love and music will live on in our hearts forever. May God continue to bless his family.
June 1, 2018
Leon it was wonderful working with you at Fort Carson. My prayers go out to the family he was the best. Charles Barnes and Char Gates.
Kim R
June 1, 2018
Ace you will be miss, God needed another angel and he called you home.. RIP my friend, until we meet again, Kim
Ara Smith
June 1, 2018
Leon. May you Rest In Peace. I'm praying for the Alston Family of MISSISSIPPI AND Tennessee. May God grant you all Peace.
Love You Ace
Elree Smith
June 1, 2018
My prayers go out the Leon's family, he will be missed by all of us in the SF Community.
June 1, 2018
Ed and BJ Jones we will miss you and our Lord has the final say so all of us. Much love always.
Mark Bartle
June 1, 2018
Thoughts and prayers are with the family - I owe Leon more than I could ever put into words he will be forever missed by all...
Tequilla Alston Briggs
May 26, 2018
Bessie Boyd Mitchell
May 26, 2018
Bessie
May 25, 2018
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May 25, 2018
The Staff of M.J. Edwards Funeral Home, Inc., Whitehaven Chapel
May 25, 2018
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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