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Ms. Alice G. Ambler

8/22/1941 - 3/28/2026

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Obituary For Ms. Alice G. Ambler

Ms. Alice Gertrude Ambler, 84, of Mount Hope, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Alice was born Friday, August 22, 1941 in Page, WV, she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Rose Nell Pryor Ambler.

Alice attended DuBois High School until integration then was a 1960 graduate of Mt. Hope High School. She was a member of United Missionary Baptist Church, where she was a member of the Women’s Ministry Pastor’s Aide Committee.

Alice loved watching her soap operas and was a catalog/QVC fashionista! She loved to order and wore fashionable clothing and beautiful jewelry. She was a wonderful cook. She also loved talking on the phone to family every single day. Every night after the last phone conversation ended (sometimes 1:00am or after), “she would say it’s time for me to do my Bible reading”. She spent time talking to, praying and praising God.

Alice, in addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Charles and Thomas “Pete” Ambler; brother-in-law, Rev. Thomas L. Steelman; sisters-in-law, Esther Ambler and Gwen Ambler and daughter-in-law, Mary Ambler.

Alice leaves to cherish precious memories are her sons, Waymon (Cammile) Ambler of San Antonio, TX; twins, Mark Ambler of Beckley, WV and Marvin (Nicole) Ambler of Hope Mills, NC and Stacey (Mary) Ambler of China Grove, NC; brother, James “Lint” Ambler of Longwood, FL; sister, Jean Steelman of Mt. Hope, WV; special niece, Louise A. (Leonard) Powell of Glen Jean, WV and their children, Lindsay Powell and Tyrone Powell, who she took care of in their early years; grandchildren, Marquel, Jamar, Kristen, Matthew, Niana, Alicia, Alexis, and Shondayha; nieces, Gayle, Kisca and Toya Ambler; nephews, Karl Ambler, Valquez Davis, Juawann Ambler, and Zarnoff Dunlap; her United Missionary Baptist Church family; other cousins; relatives and friends.

Funeral service will be 12:00PM Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at United Missionary Baptist Church 205 S. Fayette Ave. Mt. Hope, WV. Burial will follow in Greenwood Memorial Park, Beckley.

Friends may view and visit with the family one-hour prior.

Email condolences to ritchiejohnsonfuneralparlor@gmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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  • 5 TREES

    Mary Calloway planted 5 trees in memory of Ms. Alice G. Ambler . - 04/07/2026

  • Red and White Handled Basket

    Clemet M Harbour sent Red and White Handled Basket for Ms. Alice G. Ambler - 04/06/2026

    May you rest in peace. From Mary Steelman-Harbour and Family.

  • Peace & Serenity Dishgarden

    Rob Gore sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Ms. Alice G. Ambler - 04/01/2026

    With deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. We are holding you and your family in our hearts during this difficult time. Wishing you peace and comfort in the days ahead. Rob Gore and family

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  • 04/09/2026

    Nae manns carson & family

    Love & prayers for the family ( SHEIK & NAE CARSON ) . 🥲💔🙏

  • 04/05/2026

    Rue Hairston & All Family

    To The Family Our sincere condolences. May your faith bring you strength, comfort and peace during this difficult time. Trusting in God's love to carry you through.🙏✝️ Hairston, Underwood, Jett, Collins, Hulce, Dillard, Simmons families

  • 04/04/2026

    Carolyn Mims

    To the family of Ms. Alice Amber: I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Wishing you the peace and comfort of God during this trying time. Carolyn Mims

  • 04/04/2026

    Kathleen L Scott

    To the Family and Friends of our beloved Alice G. Amber. I'm deeply saddened by the loss of Alice. A mother, sister, aunt or friend's love is irreplaceable! Therefore, I know this is an incredibly difficult time for all of you. My heartfelt condolences to all! Also, I know through the grace of God, Alice's memory will live on in all the lives she touched, including mine! Sending all my love and prayers. Kathleen "Kat" Scott

  • 04/03/2026

    Richard Mims

    To Waymon and family. I send my sincere condolences and prayers. May Gods Mercy be of comfort during this difficult time. From Richard Mims your Air Force Brother

  • 04/03/2026

    Brenda Underwood

    My sincere condolences to Mark and Marvin and all your family in the loss of your love one. Your mom and I was classmates in HighSchool , know that you're been in my prayers that Godt will comfort you and bring you peace throughout these trying times love you all

  • 04/02/2026

    Diane Lewis

    Marvin and family you all my prayers and condolences in passing Ms.Alice she was a Beautiful Lady .Remember the good times and the joy ,laughs and on her may God give peace that you need.Love you all . Diane and Tyler Lewis

  • 04/02/2026

    Hope Mays

    Sending my condolences to the amber family. Hope Mays

  • 04/01/2026

    Camille A.

    Fly high Mommy Alice .. I love you. I'm so happy I met you hear voice and say to me that you love me..

  • 04/01/2026

    Eartha Bradford

    To the family of Ms. Alice Ambler: Sending you words of comfort and prayers. May God continue to Bless you all and remember to lean and depend on him. With Love, Eartha Bradford

  • 03/31/2026

    Wilbert and Doris Boyden McCormick

    To Mark and Family! Wilbert and I are extending our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. We wish you peace to endure your loss. Always remember that she has always belonged to Him. He has now called her home to be with Him and other family members who have gone before her. Just remember that we must live so that we will be able to see her again. We don't say "Goodbye", we say "See you later"! God bless each of you and we will be in prayer for each of you. Wilbert (Mac) & Doris Boyden-McCormick

  • 03/31/2026

    Jessa Camille Ambler

    I Love you My Mother in Law.. Thank you for loving me. I'm going to missed your smile 😊 and our conversation..

  • 03/30/2026

    Deacon & Sis. Bob L. Walton

  • 03/29/2026

    James & Delena Jones

    To Mark & Marvin and the entire Ambler family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. We pray that God will comfort you and give you peace the surpasses all understanding. With Love James & Delena Jones

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