Morgan Nelson Alston

1950 - 2012

Morgan Nelson Alston obituary, 1950-2012, Las Vegas, NV

BORN

1950

DIED

2012

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Palm Northwest Mortuary & Cemetery

6701 North Jones Blvd

Las Vegas, Nevada

Morgan Alston Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 3, 2012.

MORGAN ALSTON

Morgan "Buddy" Alston, 61, of Las Vegas, passed away in his home surrounded by family, March 1, 2012. He was born in Darnell, La. to Clyde and Mattie Mae Alston. He served in the Army in the 1970's. He was the assistant casino manager of the Flamingo Hilton. Morgan was preceded in death by his daughter, LaRona Alston; his mother and father; and his brother, Jesse Alston. He is survived by his wife, of 28 years, Myra Davis-Alston; sons, Sanford Davis, Stephen Davis, and David Foster; sisters, Geneva Thompson of Las Vegas and Vera Fletcher of Epps, La.; brothers, Clyde, Marvin and Melvin Alston, all of Las Vegas; his grandchildren, Davexter Alston, Curtis Jackson, Tyson White, Alicia Davis, Destiny Davis, Demetrius Davis, Davian Foster, and Terry Rabb; sisters-in law, Elois Alston, Patricia Alston, Sylvia Alston, and Secounda Lawson; mother-in-law, Mollie Lawson; brother-in-law, Johnny Thompson; and a host of relatives. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, March 9, at Palm Mortuary-Northwest, 6701 N. Jones Blvd.

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January 8, 2015

geneva thompson

can,t believe so much time has passed since you left us the pain from your loss of presence is still fresh just like it was just yesterday R.IP. Little brother until we meet again.Your sister

January 7, 2015

James Hughes

Morgan,
I think of you often and all the wonderful times we spent, most of all how much I miss talking, joking and laughing with you. I am so thankful that Myra gave me the items that were so much apart of your life so that I might stay close and connected in my heart. What a joy! I know that being with LaRona and your brother Marvin will give you much comfort. I look forward to the day when we can laugh together again.

Love you my Brother,
James

January 2, 2015

To Morgan, LaRona and Marvin--may God continue to grant you peace. My being blessed to know Morgan whose legacy of sharing his time, home even for my husband, my son and daughter-in-law gives me great memories as well as those of my life-long friendship of Myra.

January 1, 2015

Myra Alston

To Morgan, LaRona and Marvin. Your Souls are present with the Lord. Your memories will live in our hearts forever. You are Loved.

With Love, Myra

September 5, 2014

charlene holloway

To the family of the late Morgan Alston, especially Myra, my lifelong friend. God has taken Morgan out of pain, given him peace of mind. God never fails. His love for us is undying. Stay strong Myra--in the Lord.

September 3, 2014

I would like to thank everyone for the nice things you said about my dad I ALWAYS THINK ABOUT HIM IT HURTS ME ALOT I MISS TALKING TO HIM SO MUCH THIS IS THE FIRST TIME I WROTE IN HERE I CRY SOMETIMES FOR NO REASON AND I HAVE TO GO SOMEWERE TILL I CALM DOWN WE ALWAYS TALK ABOUT FOOTBALL WORK LIFE I MISS THAT ALOT HE WAS MY FRIEND MY DAD SOMEONE I COULD TALK TO WHEN I NEEDED TO KNOW SOMETHING I MISS YOU POPS IT ALWAYS HURTS AROUND THIS TIME TO I LOVE YOU POPS I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU AND MY LITTLE SISTER laronna love you miss you sister your brother STAN

April 1, 2013

Teri Hemperly

Morgan. you are so missed...

April 1, 2013

It has taken me over a year to gather my thoughts to write a memorial message. My heart will always cherish the time that God allowed Morgan's presence in my life. And it is extremely difficult to accept that he is no longer present in this life. It is a daily struggle.
There are no words to express the gratitude that Morgan and I experienced and will forever feel in our hearts..... to our families, friends, loved ones,and pastor Dr. Naida Parsons, who reached out in so many ways to love and support us. We are so grateful to Morgan's physician, Dr. Nicholas Volgelzane and staff for their dedication and attentiveness to Morgan's medical care. We are thankful to Nathan Aldelson Hospice and Palm's Mortuary staff for their kindness. We would like to acknowledge The VA Medical Center staff ,and Oncology Nursing Society for kindness and support. Morgan's Flamingo family held us up so many times when we were no longer able to stand. The out pouring of love shown by those who worked with Morgan is cherished in the core of my heart. Morgan's sister, brothers, brother and sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews,and our sons were constantly by our side during his most difficult transition from this life to be with our heavenly father.
The outpouring of prayers from everyone, to sustain us will never be forgotten. There are far too many individuals to mention ,who have supported us, and please know that we are eternally grateful.

We witnessed how bravely Morgan fought and endured much to remain present with us for as long as he could. God is merciful and he finally said well done my son...your suffering, your pain and work is done. You are absent from that broken, earthly body and present in a new body with your Lord. You are rejoicing in heaven with our daughter, LaRona and her best friend Jennifer, your brother, mom and dad. Your humor and your smile illuminates another light in heaven.

Rest in Peace my beloved husband,

Your memory is cherished,we will see you again in heaven.

With My Love,
Myra

March 31, 2013

GENEVA Thompson

Morgan,it has been one year since you left us the void you left in my life is still fresh.i miss you so much I will always love you until we meet again.your sister.

March 31, 2013

Alicia Morgan Davis

I can't believe so much time has passed since you left. The pain from your loss of presence is still fresh. I love you so much Papa xoxo!

March 30, 2013

James Hughes

Morgan,
It has been one year since you left and I miss you so much! I really miss our early Sunday morning calls to keep up with each other. Somehow I find joy and relief in knowing you are free of pain and in a better place.
I love you my brother and I will always keep our memories we shared for so many years deep in my heart. You will be one of the seven people I look forward to seeing in Heaven.

Love you Brother.

June 9, 2012

KIMBERLY LONG

Remembering your great love story today and always.

March 30, 2012

Todd Adams

To the family,

What a blessing to have Morgan as a loved one. He always treated me with dignity and respect. Although your hearts are heavy, rest assured that God placed him here to fulfill HIS purpose. You are in my prayers.

March 19, 2012

Alicia Morgan Davis

Dear Morgan,
When you passed I felt like I never knew you before. I regret all the time I let go by without knowing you as well as I would have liked. But, I must say what an honor it is to be named after a man as presumptious as you. I will carry you're name with dignity and show the world how loving a MORGAN can be. You will be forever gone, but never forgotten, or gone from my heart. I love you more than words could ever say... to one Morgan from another.

March 11, 2012

Greg Zastava

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March 9, 2012

Eve Stork

Myra and Family,

It was our honor to have known Morgan. What a wonderful human being. Peace to you and your Family. Love, Dave Hull, Eve Stork, Peggy Stork & Jim Stork.

March 9, 2012

Mario Alston

Rest In Peace Uncle Buddy. You will be missed dearly from your jokes, sence of humor and great personality. I love you and thanks for being a part of my life.

March 9, 2012

Patricia Alston

I thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, And days before that too. I think of you in silence, We often speak your name; All we have are memories And your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake With which we'll never part. God has you in his keeping; We have you in our heart.

March 9, 2012

Marvin Alston Sr.

We can never prepare ourselves for the loss of someone close. The ones who give us love and joy are whom we miss the most. Your purpose here was fulfilled, no more this earth to roam. God deemed it time for your reward, and gladly called you home. Its hard for me right now, to accept the fact you're gone. But with the joyous memories of you, I'll never be alone. Gone but not forgotten, you ran your race and won, And life for you in a far better place has only just begun.

March 9, 2012

The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God...
Morgan a man that will always be remember. A man that is liked and loved by everyone that has crossed his path. A piece of Morgan is in all of us and he lives on.

Peace, Prayers and Blessings
Joe Sabljak

March 8, 2012

Nancy Price

Morgan.we were cool.You were the best brother in-law I have had.And I will alway's remember those good times.I Love you R.I.P.May God Bless your family and give them strength.

March 8, 2012

Alex & Karen DeFazio

You made our lives richer, may God bless you and your family.

March 8, 2012

Tyra Cook

Myra, We will miss Morgan. Ed said he will miss the rumble of his truck. Thank you for sharing so much through the obituary, I was truly blessed to read about his life. I am praising Jesus that Morgan is at home with his Father in heaven, and I look forward to the day that we will see him again!

March 8, 2012

Crystal Troutman

Morgan, I remember you coming to my grandmother birthday party in April. That's when my aunt Bobbie introduce us to you and we had a great time, good food and you said you love soul food :) and you said thank you guys for inviting me to the birthday party. You ate a lot, the soul food was great. My condolences go to your wife and family. Peace and Blessings

Crystal Troutman

March 8, 2012

Bobbie Sanders

Morgan, When I had back surgery, you called to check up on me that's when I had the pleasure to meet your wife Myra over the telephone, you were the best boss, friend, and the best person to work with. I won't ever forget you, you will always be in my heart. I will miss your laugh, your little jokes you told when I was in a lot of pain. May God Bless Myra and your family and Peace and Blessings be on to you.
Love Bobbie Sanders

March 8, 2012

Delores Jones

Morgan, you were a guiding force in my life for many years.I will treasure those memories in my heart.I could never thank you enough.Be at peace.

March 7, 2012

Morgan you were a class act and will be truely, truely missed. My sincere condolences to your family.
Caren Paez (K.P. as you always called me)

March 7, 2012

Stephen Davis

Pops,im really gonna miss you.I know god had a special place in heaven for you.Always an angel.With love ,Stevie

March 7, 2012

Mardene Ewell

Morgan… you are one of the greatest MEN that I have had the pleasure of knowing… your smile, your laugh, and your understanding ways. THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU…. YOU WILL BE TRULY MISS

March 7, 2012

Tina Testolin

Morgan and family,
It was a true honor to have known and worked with you. I will miss you so very much. I will always remember you. Thank you for everything.

My love to all Morgans family and friends. I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you.

March 7, 2012

charlene holloway

Morgan you were an excellent host when my hubby Chet and I visited your casino. Morgan you and Myra have been such wonderful Christian friends who shared many happy moments as family in your home. The greatest time was when Chet and I repeated our 30th wedding vows in your home with our son being part of the ceremony. Chris loved his God parents.

March 7, 2012

Jeanine Bright-Hooper

Our prayers are with you and the family.

March 7, 2012

Johnnie JT Thompson Jr.

Buddy, I thank God for having an uncle who was so kind hearted and fun loving. Our family will truely miss all that you gave. Rest in peace

March 7, 2012

Tonia Alston

Uncle Buddy,
You always kept me laughing. Daniel said he will miss you making him laugh. Our family dinners won't be the same without you. I can hear you say to me "have I got a deal for You". I miss & love you very much.

March 7, 2012

Clyde Alston

My little Buddy, I knew you were some kind of special when I gave you the nickname "Buddy". We have always been a very close family. I watched you grow up and unfortunately I had to watch you leave us. My my my I am missing you so much. Your big brother Clyde Jr. loves you very much.

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March 7, 2012

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March 6, 2012

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March 6, 2012

Myra,
May God hold you during this time of loss
Please know you are special and I am here for you anytime
God Bless
Ruth Gholz

March 6, 2012

Anne Bell

Myra, your post made me think of my own situation with my husband. We were together 18 years and raised 6 children before his death. Any years of a happy marriage is a blessing. After losing a close loved one it is natural to wonder about the meaning of death. I have found great comfort from bible scriptures. When you get a chance, I encourage you to read what the bible says at Ezekiel 18:4, and Ecclesiastes 9:5, 10. I think you'll enjoy what you find there.

March 6, 2012

Morgan / you were truly a kind and gentle giant of a man / we will miss you / friends always / our thoughts are with your family / Cleve and Peggy Braud

March 6, 2012

Dear Myra:
While I did not know your husband, I do know you and want to tell you how very sorry I am to hear of Morgan's death. I know you took such good care of him! Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
BRENDA KEITH

March 6, 2012

Vera Buttera

Myra and Family - My sincere and heartfelt love goes to you. May God bring you comfort during this time of loss, may he keep the Angels around you always and give you peace.
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me".
Love Vera B.

March 6, 2012

Geneva Thompson

Morgan my little brother,for thelast month i was with you everday i am truly going to miss you no words can express the emptiness i feel inside i thank god for having you as a huge part of my life i love you and miss you.

March 5, 2012

Cheryl Bowman

Dearest Myra & family,
As you celebrate Morgan's precious life, may you sense God's presence and be comforted by His Love & Peace. You are in our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers. With heartfelt love, Cheryl, Erika & Matthew
“Blessed are those that mourn, for they shall be comforted.”~Matthew 5:4

March 5, 2012

Sandy Lahr

Myra and family--
Although I only knew Morgan through your beautiful family, one could only know the love that was central to all of you--such beautiful smiles and loving support which is such a part of your family. Morgan, may you always know how much Myra and your family are loved, respected and supported.

March 5, 2012

John and Lynne Orwick

Morgan, We will really miss you. You were a real stand up guy. Always a gentleman and a class act. Proud to call you a friend.

March 5, 2012

James Williams

Dear Morgan (Champ); My close friend of 35 years. Your passing has affected me deeply. The years have provided us with many good times and memories. So many of Jim's Flamingo Kids are gone, and now you Morg. Let;s not dwell on the pain,grief & sandness we feel now, but on all the joy and happiness shared with you. Midge and I will miss you. Our prayers are with Myra and the Family. Your friends. Jim and Midge Williams

March 5, 2012

James Hughes

Morgan, you are my brother from another mother. We have known each other for over 30 plus years and hardly a week would go by that we did not talk. I am truly going to miss you on many levels and no words can express the emptiness I feel inside. I know your kindness and generosity will be missed by all whom had the pleasure of being apart of your life. I thank God for having you as a huge part of my life.

I love you and miss you my brother!

James Hughes

Atlanta, Georgia.

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March 5, 2012

Diane And Kandace

May God continue to bless your family during this time, "Buddy" you will truly be missed

March 5, 2012

Myra, Bob and I would like to send our heart felt sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bob and Mary Lou Bodak

March 4, 2012

VERA FLETCHER

BROTHER "BUDDY" YOU AT PEACE NOW I KNOW IT'S PART OF GOD'S PLAN. I TRULY THANK YOU FOR THE LOVE YOU HAVE SHOWN ME THROUGHOUT MY CHILDHOOD INTO ADULTHOOD.YOU WILL ALWAYS LEAVE A LIFETIME OF MEMORIES WITHIN OUR FAMILY. I LOVE YOU YOUR LITTLE SISTER NETTE.

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March 4, 2012

Sharon Burris

Myra, you have our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband. I did not know Morgan personally, but I remember when he sent you those beautiful flowers during the time I was taken my treatments.

March 4, 2012

Charles A. Talley

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

March 4, 2012

Jimmy Heaton

Morgan,They say when a man dies if he can count on one hand how many true friends he's had has he's a lucky man.I lost one of those in your passing, It's truly been an HONOR to know you, and even more to have been able to call you my friend. May you have the peace that you so rightfully deserve.

March 4, 2012

LATONYA FLETCHER-CHATMON

UNCLE BUDDY YOU WILL GREATLY BE MISSED . MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE ALSTON FAMILY DURING THE LOSS OF A GREAT LEGACY UNTO OUR FAMILY... MAY GOD BLESS .

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March 4, 2012

Greg Zastava

Morgan you were the greatest. My condolences to your family. You will always be remembered as one of the good guys.

March 4, 2012

Terry Lemley

To pops I am going to miss you very much. I love the time we spent together on holidays. You were the best cook. A great person always happy miss your smile. I am glad I had a chance to meet you. Love and prayers always. Terry

March 4, 2012

Sanford Davis

To pops you were my friend. My role model someone I look up to. Miss you so much. You went to soon but I understand. I will never forget you. Love you your son Stan.

March 4, 2012

Nicholas Vogelzang

Morgan, it was my honor to be your oncologist. You fought prostate cancer with strength and you fought your own way. Thanks to you and Myrna for trusting me. My condolences to Myrna and all your friends and family. Dr Nick Vogelzang.

March 4, 2012

Crystal Holden

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Timothy Alston

r.i.p Uncle Morgan. You will be missed

March 4, 2012

David Foster

Morgran a true father,husband,brother,co-worker,uncle,grandpa,freind....
Will forever be missed.A real class individual
Love David Foster(stepson)

March 4, 2012

Teri Hemperly

Morgan..I will miss you so much. I am so great full to have had the honor of being one of your employees. The Flamingo family loves you and it will never be the same without you..

March 4, 2012

Sandy Rhoad

So sorry. Moragan was a great man. Always so good to everyone. Such a loss.

March 3, 2012

Brenda Poynor

Morgan you were a great person to know and work with. I will always have fond memories of the fun times we had at the Flamingo. You will be missed.

March 3, 2012

Laura Jo Powell

Morgan you were a great boss and working for you was an honor.

March 3, 2012

Morgan and family,I am so sorry for your loss.I worked with him on days for

many years, was the best of bosses. I ever had.Please be at piece and rest now.God Bless to the whole family.
.Carrie Riske

March 3, 2012

Kathy Kluever

Morgan, you will be greatly missed but never forgotten by your Flamingo family. Rest in Peace. My sincerest condolences and sympathy to your family.

March 3, 2012

Jesus Garcia

Morgan I will never forget you, Myra and family our deepest sympathy. My funnest times in gaming was working with you and Jim Williams on day shift. Take care my car pooling buddy. The Garcia Family Jesus, Audra, David Kayle and Dylan.

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