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Mr. Alfred Leftwich Jr.

06/27/1956 - 10/13/2023

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Obituary For Mr. Alfred Leftwich Jr.

On Friday October 13, 2023, Alfred “Al” answered the call of our Heavenly Father and completed his journey on earth and went home to be with the
Lord.

Alfred “Al” James Leftwich Jr., 67, was born June 27, 1956, in Oak Hill, WV to Alfred James Leftwich Sr and Alberta Cheatham Leftwich.

Alfred “Al” was a graduate of Collins High School Class of 1976, where he was a member of Collins High School football team. After graduating, he became a member of the Lochgelly Boxing Association for many years, he also was a coach for his sisters, Camisha and Felisha, basketball team prior to moving to Beckley.

Al, after moving to Beckley, coached his sons, AJ and Michael, for East Beckley Wildcats and Beckley West Wrestling team, he also coached the AAU Junior Olympics track team with the mother of his sons, Lelia “Cat” Leftwich.

Al, had a love for training for many years, it starts with him running through the city of Summerlee and the city of Beckley, where he would compete in the All Comers meets in Charleston at Laidley Field on the weekends.

Al was a member of the YMCA before becoming a personal trainer for many years, where Al would greet you with his precious smile and a hug.

Al was very passionate in his training to help everyone that he encountered to reach their goals, it didn’t matter how old or how young you were, he would bring the best out of you. Not only did he love training, but he also enjoyed dancing with people, so they made him instructor of the hip hop dance class. Al also was the AAA instructor of the triple A which stands for “Al’s Awesome Abs.” If you didn’t have muscles to flex, Al didn’t mind flexing his to show you what hard work and dedication looks like.

Al enjoyed playing pick-up basketball on Sundays after attending church service.

Al gave his life to the Lord at an early age. Al attended Summerlee Baptist Church until he moved to Beckley, and he still continued his worship there. Al also attended Outreach for Christ Christian Center for many years. Al found his new church home at Family Worship Center. On the Sunday before his passing, he attended church services where he told a friend that he had found his church home where he wanted to become a member of the church, but he was called home by the Lord before he could become a member.

Al was an employee of the Beckley Water Company for 39 years un- til his retirement in June 2021.

Al was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred James Leftwich Sr and Alberta Cheatham Leftwich and brother, Rufus Henry Leftwich.

Alfred leaves behind to cherish his memory, Lelia “Cat” Leftwich, the mother of his sons; his oldest son, Alfred “AJ” Leftwich III and Mi- chael Omar Leftwich; daughter-in-law, Kushom Leftwich; stepdaughter, Brianna Jackson; grandsons, Elijah Leftwich, Kylaan Leftwich, and the one who had his heart, Makani Leftwich; his youngest brother, Keith (Rose) Leftwich of Charleston, WV; his oldest sister, Betty (Walker) Loving of Cleveland, OH, Lynette (Marvin) Hinton of Beckley, WV, Pamela (Melvin) Lynch of Charlotte, Camisha Leftwich and Felisha Leftwich, both of Atlanta, GA of St. Louis, MO; and a host of nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends.

Funeral service will be 1:00PM Friday, October 27, 2023 at the Church of God Family Worship Center 224 Pinewood Dr.
Beckley. Burial will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Prosperity.

Friends, while wearing masks and observing social distancing, may view and visit with the family from 11:00AM- 12:00PM prior.

Email condolences to ritchiejohnsonfuneralparlor@gmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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10/31/2023

Jerry Chasteen

I knew Alfred from the time we were in first grade together. He always was smiling and happy even at that young age. A great friend and one that will be sorely missed. My prayers will be with the family. Jerry Chasteen
10/26/2023

SIS.ADA

To My childhood family..may God overshadowed you all with love and comfort during theses sad times and truly know that "Man" ! My friend..will be noticeably missed on every future journey to West Virginia...He was a true loving and kind young and older man' He had a gentle spirit..Rest on my friend 💔 until we meet again' heaven bound.. Ada L. Hawkins Shedrick (Ben) Much love and prayers ❤️ 🙏
10/26/2023

Adah Strum

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of sorrow. May the Lord provide you with peace and comfort. I pray for God to bring healing your heart and strength to carry on during this difficult time.
10/25/2023

Douglas Jones

To the family of Al (Man) Leftwich we grew up together in Summerlee always been down to earth and one of the coolest man I ever met and have the privilege to know and love for a very long time I am gonna truly miss you buddy I will always cherish the time and fun we had together as kids all the way to adult much love to the Leftwich Family Douglas Jones ❤️
10/24/2023

Doretha Ray Bridges

My deepest and sincere condolences to the family of Alfred (Man) Leftwich. He will truly be missed. I for one will deeply miss him we have had so many fond memories and great times. I will continue to keep the family in my prayers.
10/21/2023

Quirina Bullock

Al was one of those rare people who loved and was kind to everyone.Always making people laugh and bringing joy to others.
10/21/2023

Ruby Greenhowe

Prayers to the family. We will truly miss his kind and humble presence. Sending our blessings and heartfelt condolences. Brenda, Nat, Elysa, Ruby, Gary and Jeff (The Wrights).
10/21/2023

Annette Bradshaw

Sending prayers of comfort to all of Al's family and friends. He will be missed.
10/20/2023

Reginald Green

Condolences and prayers to the family Reggie and Cheryl Green
10/20/2023

Charlene Wynes Davis

Prayers
10/19/2023

The Sorrells Family
10/19/2023

Donna Miller

Worked with Al for many years. He was always such a great guy. I'm sure he will be missed. Prayers for his family.
10/18/2023

Angela Farley

To the family of AL, you are in my prayers and my deepest condolences. I have many memories of AL from the Y, and from church. One memory that I will never forget is the dance that he did with the boys and his sister, every time my son hears that song he talks about how they liked that he took the time to do it with them. He will be truly missed by alot of people he touched alot of people.
10/18/2023

Ted and Billie Green

We have known Al for a many years. Family we are praying for you. He will be truly missed. Ted and Billie Green. He was one of the Raleigh Smokers ball team.
10/18/2023

Larry Hoskins
10/17/2023

adah strum

Wishing you peace bring you comfort, courage to help you face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
10/17/2023

RIck D

I only knew Al for a very brief time by being a patron of the YMCA and I assure you his legacy will live on. I am very saddened by this loss. Godspeed Al we shall meet again someday.
10/16/2023

Nae Manns carson

Just simply lost ! Al you wasn't the running man but the dancing man & a friendly man as well . Iv known you for a very long time u were family & man we all will miss you so much ! You beautiful smile would light up any room . Everytime I would see u it would be hey what's up cuz .. 😥 the love you showed to eveyone will never go without notice.. take you rest from labor AL you were one of a kind .. thank you for the love shown 💔
10/15/2023

Butch McNeely

Our hearts are shattered
10/15/2023

Connie Hall

Big AL was a person fitness trainer to my grandson... thank you. Rest in Peace. Prayers to you all.
10/15/2023

Lendo Walker

Very friendly and had time for short conversation. He knew everybody a good man. He is in his heavenly home. We will miss you. LW
10/14/2023

Beverly Ayers

OMG! I'm so sorry to hear of Al"s passing.. he was the best teacher mentor friend role model.You embodied everything fitness, people worked just to follow in your shoes , which were hard to fill.. You will always be the YMCA. I'm so glad I got to see you there after your illness. I made my way back to the gym and you were the first one to greet me when I walked in. Isaid to you I'm back finally and you told me that as long as I'm back that's all that matters! I'm goin to miss your smiling face you were one of a kind, I will work harder and keep your memory alive. RIP "muscle man" ❤️
10/14/2023

Candy pankey

Al was a good guy.i always talking to him when he be working walking around reading the meter.he will be miss RIP Al