Alex L. Carrington

Deacon Alex L. Carrington Sr. was born on July 9, 1962 to Archie and Juanita Carrington, who preceded him in death, in Baltimore, Maryland. He grew up in Perkins projects with his siblings Archie (Kiwi) and Adrian. Alex moved to the bet of his own drum which often got him into trouble. He attended Ralph Young All Boys Junior Highschool where he excelled in academics. Deacon Alex was given a full scholarship to McDonough School for boys but declined. He instead, attended Baltimore Polytechnic Institute where he continuously surpassed many of his classmates in Mathematics. After graduating from Poly, he attended Hampton University for 3 years. Deacon Alex Carrington joined the Reserves shortly after leaving Hampton University. Once he returned to home from the Reserves, he married Maureen James in 1987. From this union they gained five children: Michael, Alexis, Alex Jr. (Bonsy), Ariel, and Aaron. Deacon Alex found Christ for the first time while attending True Believers Apostolic under the late Bishop Carrington. After years of marriage, the union between Deacon Alex and Maureen ended. Deacon Alex worked briefly at McDonalds until he shifted his career to Gallagher where he worked with the developmentally disabled. He then would work in IT for the Naval Academy until his final job in Sparrow's Point doing construction. During his years in construction he met Crystal Burris, with whom he would spend the remainder of his life. In 2016, he and Crystal married. From their union Alex gained two stepsons: Kevin and Ta'Von. Deacon Alex was a jubilant and one of the most rememberable laughs. He never minded telling it like it was and was a natural comedian. He found fulfillment in educating and assisting the youth. He took pride in spending time with his children, their friends and taking care of the children in the neighborhood. He found Christ for the 2nd and final time when he became a Deacon at Powerhouse Church of Praise in 2014 under the leadership of his dear friend and spiritual mentor the late Bishop Terrance Whitaker. deacon Alex loved his wife and children. He often traveled around Baltimore City and to neighboring states towards the end of his life. Deacon Alex's health declined at the beginning of 2023 and he took his last breath on March 22, 2023. Deacon Alex leaves to cherish his memories his children: Michael Crawford, Daughter-in-law Candice, Kevin Alston, Alexis Carrington, Ta'Von Vinson, Alex (Bonsy) Carrington Jr., Ariel Carrington, and Aaron Carrington. His grandchildren: Kevin Brown, Miguel and Cicely Crawford. His siblings: Archie (Kiwi) and Adrian Carrington; niece: Brittany Skinner and host of other family and friends.

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Alex L. Carrington

July 9, 1962 - March 22, 2023