Alfred Louis Chatmon, a beloved father, age 75, of Cleveland, Ohio passed away on Monday, August 8, 2022. Alfred was born June 18, 1947, in Cleveland, Ohio to Elizabeth Adams and Raymon Chatmon. He was raised by his loving and devoted grandmother, Annie Chatmon.
Alfred accepted Christ at an early age, was baptized, and grew up at Second Ebenezer Baptist Church.
He graduated from John Adams High School and attended The Ohio State University, where he became a member of the distinguished fraternal organization Omega Psi Phi, Inc., Iota Psi Chapter.
He went on to marry Sangue Johnson (Hales), and from this union was born his only child, Racquel, also known as "Rocky."
Alfred explored many careers throughout his life, and just before his death, he was a valued contract employee for the City of Cleveland Department of Finance.
Alfred was also a proud grandfather to Brooke and Kaleb Robinson. Though he was not able to see them as much as he would have liked, particularly because of the pandemic, he called frequently and never missed a holiday or birthday, sending cards and always including a special Scripture. His daughter and grandchildren are grateful to have shared a special dinner with him in late July as the family gathered to celebrate Kaleb's 13th birthday (and he was sure to celebrate Brooke's 13th in 2021 as well, masked and socially distanced).
Though Alfred suffered many personal struggles throughout his life, he never wavered in his love, trust, and faith in Jesus Christ. He was a persistent student of the Word, reading his Bible regularly, praying on his hands and knees, and sharing the Good News with others. He was known for his optimism and hopefulness.
Alfred leaves to mourn his passing, daughter Racquel Robinson (Lamond); granddaughter Brooke Robinson; grandson Kaleb Robinson; sisters Doris Carter, Ola Ann Flagg, Roberta Wilson, Annette Chatmon, Sarah Eberhardt-Byrd and Ethel Cotton; "sister-cousin" Anne "Jody" Burney; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
A wake for Alfred will be held Saturday, August 27, 2022 from 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM at Cummings & Davis Funeral Home, 13201 Euclid Avenue, East Cleveland, Ohio 44112, followed by a memorial service at 3:00 PM.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.cummingsanddavisfh.com for the Chatmon family.
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