William H. Alexander, 80, of Concord, died on December 4, 2019, at the E.N. Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital, surrounded by his family.

He was born in Gastonia, North Carolina and was the son of the late Joseph and Bernice (King) Alexander. He was raised in North Carolina and West Virginia.

Mr. Alexander enlisted in the United States Navy and served during the Korean Conflict, from 1956-1960.

He came to New England where he established J & B Upholstery in Maynard, the business was later moved to Main Street in Concord where he operated the business until 2013.

He was well known in the Concord community and will be remembered for his sense of humor, friendly disposition and willingness to always lend a helping hand.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Hedy (Alva) Alexander, loving children, Billy, Joseph and Kevin Alexander, Amy Wilkins, Beth Desjardins, Becky Curtin and Jessica Mcgeachie, stepchildren, Gerson, Renzo, Isa Benavidas-Alva and Julie Alva, 16 grandchildren and 9 step grandchildren. Predeceased by his brother, Robert Alexander.

Visitation at the Bedford Funeral Home, 167 Great Rd., Bedford, on Sunday, December 8, from 2:00-4:00 PM.

Burial at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne, on Monday, December 9, at 1:00 PM.