She was preceded in death by her four sisters, Annie Mozelle Jacobs, Margaret Hubbard, Dorothy Ann Phillip; and one brother, Osmond Phillips.
Alpha accepted Christ as her savior at an early age in the Presbyterian churches, in the Longview & Lacey communities. She later married & united with the First Baptist Missionary Church in Monticello, AR. She served as a member of the choir and missionary society. She also served on the kitchen and flower committees and helped in any other areas where assistance was needed. Alpha remained a faithful member until her failing health and was called home to be with the Lord. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Sunshine Chapter No. 64 of Monticello. She also enjoyed membership in the Effie E. Brooks Civic Club.
Alpha started working for Drew Memorial Hospital as a Certified Nurses Assistance in the early 1950's and retired in the 1980's as a Surgical Instrument Processing Technician. She also worked many years in the Rug Fringe Department at Burlington Industries.
She enjoyed cooking, fishing, sewing, gardening, quilting, and making various crafts. There was nothing she enjoyed more than having a house full of family.
Alpha was united in Holy Matrimony to James Ambrose on July 20, 1958. They remained in holy matrimony for 60 years until the Angels carried her home. Their union was blessed with five children.
She leaves to cherish her precious memories and celebrate her deliverance to God, three sons, Roderick (Lisa) Ambrose of Jacksonville, AR, Kenneth Ambrose of Dermott, AR, and Phillip "P.H." Ambrose of Monticello, AR; two daughters, Linda (Arthur "A.J.") Johnson of Jacksonville, AR, and Paula (Tyrone) Thompson, both of Mt. Juliet, TN; nine grandchildren, two great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral Service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 23, 2018 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel in Monticello. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery. Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(16)
Brenda Binns
Monticello, AR Friday, June 22, 2018 Sis. Alpha's laughter and humorous will be truly missed from the Effie E Brooks Civic Club, NAACP Banquets and especially the Effie E-books Civic Club Annual Picnic. She was truly a delightful person to be around. Keep the Faith my family, praying for you.Patansy Miller
Leland, MS Friday, June 22, 2018 I am sorry to learn of Alpha’s passing. My cousins, I lift you all up in prayers. I love you.Brenda Jacobs
Monticello, AR Friday, June 22, 2018 So sorry for the loss of Alpha. Such a wonderful part of the family. She will be missed.LOU ANN COUTEE
Crown point, IN Friday, June 22, 2018 MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY'S.Kenneth Roy & Family
Jacksonville, AR Friday, June 22, 2018 God BlessDiane Wiscaver Robbins
Monticello, AR Thursday, June 21, 2018 Paula, I'm so sorry for the loss of your Mother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.Barbara Benton
Monticello, AR Thursday, June 21, 2018 Roderick & family,I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Keep all of those precious memories in your heart. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Wanda Hodges
Portland, TN Thursday, June 21, 2018 Paula,My deepest sympathy during your time of loss. Please know that I am here for you and I know the pain you are feeling since I loss my mother years ago. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. May God Be With You!
Kathy Binns-Mccollum
Bellwood, IL Wednesday, June 20, 2018 Rodney, sorry for your loss, may God keep you and your family in he’s loving arms. My prayers and thoughts are with you.Pam Leeper
, AR Wednesday, June 20, 2018 We send our prayers to the family during their time of loss. Our Mom had many years of friendship with Mrs. Alpha and was a true friend. God bless you all. Love, Pam Leeper and familySharon Haynes
Monticello, AR Tuesday, June 19, 2018 My deepest condolences to the family.Terry and Kathy Sponer
North Little Rock, AR Monday, June 18, 2018 So sorry for your loss. Prayers to your familyPerry & Melanie Rawls
Monticello, AR Monday, June 18, 2018 Lifting the family in prayerBetty Everett
Little Rock, AR Monday, June 18, 2018 I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family.Joe Lillie Cooper & Family
North Little Rock, AR Monday, June 18, 2018 You & Your Family are in my Prayers. God BlessKenneth & Brenda Roy
Jacksonville, AR Monday, June 18, 2018 Sorry for your lost. God Bless You & Your Family.