Alex Lee Christopher
December 7, 1978 – January 9, 2020
Alex is survived by his parents, Wade and Reetta Christopher of Athens, AL; brother, Dr. Neal Christopher (Summer) of California; his precious daughters, Emma Grace and Whitlee Reece Christopher and their mother, Laura Cothren; nephews, Anselm and Aidan Christopher and niece, Sibyl Christopher all of California. He is also survived by a host of aunts, uncles and cousins that loved him like their own and friends, Tommy Wright and Mary Anna Martin Smith.
Alex is a member of First Baptist Church of Athens.
Alex was preceded in death by his grandparents, Clarence and Iretta Alexander and Al and Irma Christopher and his cousin, Carla Moses.
Alex is a 1997 graduate of Athens High School. He was a member of the Athens High School State Championship Wrestling team. He attended Auburn University and received a B.S. in Health Promotion and a B.S. in Physical Education from Athens State University. He also held a certification in fitness training.
Alex loved his family and friends with all his heart. He and his cousins always enjoyed being together, playing ball, watching Auburn football or just hanging out.
Alex was born an Auburn fan and that only intensified as he grew older. He would always give you a big War Eagle!!
The family will have a Tribute to Alex’s life at a later date and would love for all of Alex’s family and friends to attend.
Alex had such a love for children, he would be honored to have memorials sent to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
