Mr. Alvin Oree, III
(19420922 - 20210711)
Viewing Location: LEEVY'S FUNERAL HOME, TAYLOR STREET CHAPEL
Viewing Date & Time: FRIDAY, 07/16/2021, 2:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Funeral Location: ANTIOCH BAPTIST CHURCH AND LIVE STREAMED AT WWW.LEEVY.COM
Funeral Date & Time: SATURDAY, 07/17/2021, 11:00 A.M.
Interment Location:
As the sun rose on September 22, 1942, in Columbia, South Carolina, God saw the needs of this world and blessed Rosa Lee Reese Oree and Alvin Oree, Jr. with a son, Alvin Oree, III. At sunset on Sunday, July 11, 2021, God saw that the need had been met and called His servant home to Glory.
USAR Retired Major, Alvin Oree, III was a 1961 graduate of Booker T. Washington High School. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Benedict College, and Master’s Degree from The Citadel in Charleston, SC. He began his teaching career at The Mather School, in Beaufort, SC, and taught high school and junior college. He earned a Professional Masters + 30 Hours Teaching Certificate for the State of South Carolina, taught for 38 years, 32 of which were in Charleston County. Twice recognized as Teacher of The Year at Rivers Middle School, in Charleston, SC, he was also the recipient of many honors and awards throughout his career. His military schooling included the Army OCS Class of 1967, Army Officer’s Basic Course 1972 and Advance Course 1974, US Army Command, and General Staff College 1977. He taught numerous military and civilian courses, also earning credits from the University of South Carolina and the University of Southern Mississippi.
Alvin taught Health and Physical Education, developed educational programs often personally funded, and worked with hundreds of at-risk students, was a Scout Leader, an athletic coach, and worked for many years as Recreation Leader with the City of Charleston Recreation Department. He planned and conducted 8-weeks Summer Camps to provide supervised activities for children ages 6-15 when school was not in session. His guidance and devotion to young people, both in school and recreation, is still very evident by the admiration shown to him from so many whose lives he touched during his service to the Charleston area. This earned him the coveted Golden Eagle Award presented February 22, 2010, for his contributions to their Black History Celebrations.
He retired from teaching in 2003, and in December 2015 also ended his 43-year employment with the City of Charleston Recreation Department. In appreciation for his many years of service, Charleston Mayor Joseph P. Riley issued a Proclamation declaring December 30, 2015, ALVIN OREE, III DAY in the City of Charleston.
Alvin had a great love of sports closely following especially the Gamecocks and other high school, college, and professional teams. As an athlete himself, he had always participated in sports. He refereed boxing matches, played softball, baseball, and ran track with military teams during his overseas tours of duty. He traveled extensively enjoying the sites of many states and abroad. He was loving and giving to siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives, taking family on trips and vacations, generously sharing whatever he had, especially at holidays.
Alvin Oree, III was baptized at Antioch Baptist Church on Wheeler Hill. He was a life-long member having served as a Trustee for many years, sang with the Male Chorus and the Reese Memorial Singers, served with the Brotherhood, on the Usher Board, and supported the church in its ministries. Christmas Fruit Gifting was one of his favorite efforts and he supervised the project each year with assembly-line perfection. He was ordained as a Deacon at Antioch on March 4, 2012, and served faithfully until his death, never wanting to miss a Sunday of service.
He married the former Ruth Ann Oakman Parish on February 10, 2007. She along with those who remain, will lovingly cherish warm and wonderful memories of his full life are: his children and grandchildren : Ayinde (Erica) Waring (Legend, Zaire, Kingston), of Hanahan, SC; Alvin Oree, IV, (Alvin V, Gumaine), of Summerville, SC; Ericka Oree, (McKinsey Boone), of Gaston, SC; Lionell (Michelle) Parish, (Laurielle Gibson), of Spartanburg, SC; and Allen Parish, Columbia, SC; siblings: Rosa (Olin) Jackson, of Augusta, GA, Elizabeth (Ronald) Everett, of Crowley, Texas, Geraland O. Peterson, Esther Caroline, Lila (Freddy) Causewell, all of Columbia, SC, Samuel (Gayle) Oree, of Gaston, SC, and Laverne Freeman, of Hopkins, SC. Alvin was the eldest. Also his aunts,
Lucille Epps, of Columbia, SC and Mary Ann Jenkins, of Hopkins, SC; along with many other relatives and friends, all of whom will miss him dearly.
.y Condolences from the Oree’s & Wright’s Family
My deepest sympathy to the Oree’s family
To my Oree family, I am so sorry to hear the news about Alvin. I was unable to attend the service but know that you were being thought of at that time and prayers will continue for your peace and comfort in the days ahead. I have missed the Orees over the years, Lila, Esther, and Sammy in particular as I remember the visits to Eastover all those years ago with your sweet mother, Mrs. Rosie. Love you all! -Valerie
My Mr. O was indeed a Gentle Giant of a man, special on so many levels! To be in his presence and talk with him was such a joy. I am privileged to have had the opportunity to work with him for 20 years at Rivers Middle in Charleston. He was indeed an amazing human being. His presence is sorely missed. Servano of God, well done. Take your rest. Love knows no boundaries. We will forever cherish the memories.💕🙏
To Ms. Ruth Oree and Antioch Church Family. Mere Words are inadequate to express our condolences and sympathies during the transitioning of Deacon Oree and your bereavement. Just know that others really care. God can and God will be whatever you need. The Deacons Ministry and Congregation of Sutton Branch Baptist Church Inc.
Ruth, Al, Ericka, Ayinde, Rosa Mae, Sam, Libby, Geraland, Esther, Lila, and all other family members, you have our deepest, heartfelt condolences in the loss of Junior… a loving husband, a great father, a wonderful brother, and a loving grandfather. He was also a great cousin. As a young boy and a young man, I always looked up to and admired Junior. I remember the many times as a boy that he gave me baseball bats, gloves, and balls. Also as a young boy, every time I heard the word “Charleston”, I always associated it with Junior because he epitomized Charleston to me. Back in the early ’90s when I was assigned to a U.S. Coast Guard cutter (ship) homeported at the USCG Base on Tradd Street in Charleston, several of my shipmates and I would play full-court basketball on Tuesday and Thursday mornings during the ship’s PT hour. Little did I know that Junior was in the school building just beyond the base property watching out of the third story window. After he told me of this and how he enjoyed watching us play, I started showing off with behind the back passes, long jump shots, and running sky hooks because I knew he was watching and I wanted to impress my big cuz. Junior was a very accomplished, impressive, and amazing man. I had known for many years some of his personal accomplishments, but have just learned of others. Wow! But with all of his military and educational achievements, he was a very humble, down to earth, loving man. I will miss you cousin. May you rest in peace. Bravo Zulu! Thank you for your service! Thank you for being the great man that you were.
Cousin Alvin was an admired man by all. He was a blessing to his family, community, church and the world. I will miss him dearly. My condolences to Ruth and family, may God comfort us all as we mourn the loss of Alvin Oree III.
Our Deacon Alvin Oree and Family Have Our Condolences and Prayers.
RIP my buddy, classmate, co-worker your work here is complete. My prayers and condolences goes out to your family. Missing you my Brother.
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith…” We are sorry to hear of your loss. Please note that members of the Oree Family are in our thoughts and prayers. We ask for God’s Blessings upon each of you and know that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot cure. The Harrison’s:. James, Peggy, Betty, Patricia, and Retta
The Class Of BTW 1951 extends their condolences to the family of Mr. Alvin Oree 111. God bless the family! He will be missed!
Our Hearts are sadden in the passing of your love one. May God sustain each of you as your mourn your loss during this difficult time! May God Bless! Love the Weston, Jordan & McDonald Family
To The Oree Family, Our Sincere Condolences is extended to The Family. Mr Oree has been a part of Our Family for Many Years. We (The Point Family) will missed his kindness, encouragement, and his wisdom that he embedded in Us. To know him was to Loved him. You will forever be in Our Hearts and Memories.. Gone But Not Forgotten.. Mrs. Viola (Clara) Point and Children Charleston, SC🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Our thoughts, condolences and heartfelt prayers are with you all during this time of grief and bereavement. The Oree family has always been loving and kind to me n my brother, Walt. Mama Oree n Poppa Oree took us under their wing and we grew up on Joe Louis Dr along with their children. Alvin, we know you as junior. You are loved, respected and now you are being missed by all of us. We celebrate your life. Rest on, See you later. The Jackson-Beatty families. Via Hopkins and Columbia areas.
To the family of Alvin Oree,III May God’s love bring you strength and comfort and our warm and caring thoughts lift your spirits. Praying for the family.
Our prayers and deepest sympathy is extended to you and your family
My condolences to Ruth and the Oree family, May the lord give you you strength and peace! Love Willie Ann Harris & Family
Our sincere condolences to the Oree family during your time of sorrow 🙏
We would like to publicly express our sincere condolences to you Ruth and our entire family in the death of our beloved cousin Junior Oree. Praise God for a life well lived to the glory of God our Heavenly Father. May the Holy Spirit comfort and strengthen you and the family in Jesus name. Amen
My condolences to the family I am going to miss my cuz very much sorry I could not be there love you all.
Sincere condolences to the bereaved family. Peace and Love
My Condolences to the family,May The Lord give you strength and peace . LUV U Family.
I will miss your big smile,silly jokes and wisdom. But most of all I’ll miss you. Rest in heavenly peace my cousin. Gone but will never be forgotten.
Thank You Mrs. Ruth, Al & Erica for Sharing this Great Smart, Super Hero & Gentle Giant To Me & My Son Edward Jr. Who will 4ever Miss You for All The Encouraging Words & Big Heart He Shared. Loved & Missed By All He Made An Impact On.
My sincere condolences are extended to the family of Alvin. I will continue to lift you up in prayer.
To my family. my sincerest condolences to you all. I know Jr. will be truly missed, just hold all the loving memories in your heart. God Bless you all. Rest In Heaven Cuz. Love you always!
It was said: That if you can’t remember someone aloud, they die twice. It’s a hard pill to swallow knowing that a mentor, brother, a life skill teacher, co-work and best friend for more than thirty five years has gone to be with our father in heaven. What can I say about this awesome bless man of God, a gentle caring man, a mentor to some, a teacher to most a loving husband and father. Mr. O, thank you for teaching me to believe in myself and the encouragement you gave me throughout my marriage. Sleep my friend take your rest, you will truly be missed
Family, you have my condolences. I wish I had met Alvin Oree. His smile made you feel like he was a man who loved everyone; and based on the comments here, he was a great man. I am praying that the ministry of the Holy Spirit comforts and gives you strength to endure. Much Love, Hugs & Prayers, Shirley
Uncle Al will be missed! He truly was a great man who inspired and encouraged kids. He was a gentle giant. You all are in our prayers! Vernon, Carmelita and Ahmad Pryor
Mr Oree was an amazing coach , teacher,mentor and friend,he was truly one of a kind,he will be missed! Sleep in peace Mr Oree!
S.I.P. Mr. Oree, My Gym teacher, and Legendary Coach, at Martin Park Playground. You will be Greatly Missed. My Deepest Condolences and Prayers go out to the Family
Alvin showed,and taught me the basics,of hitting fhe baseball Thanks for the fond memories 😍😍 Rip my friend…..🙏🙏🙏for the Family
Condolences To The Oree Family. God Bless! ❤️
Rest In Peace cousin. To my Oree family I’m so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Mrs. Oree, Erica, Ayinde, Al, Jr. and Grandchildren, God knows us in our Mother’s womb. He has finished his course, left his legacy, and rests from his labors. Please find comfort and peace knowing love never dies. Joseph would say, Alvin was a good fella’ and I would add, Alvin was a great and Father and Grandfather, who set an example of excellence for his and other children to follow. He has truly left a legacy of excellence in Black Manhood! To God be the glory for allowing this mighty man of God to live and love among us. Respectfully, Darnell and Joseph McPherson
Mr. Oree brought the projects together and showed all of us our self worth in society. I loved him like a father. He was my father considering I had none at home. Rest in Peace my HERO!!! Thank you for beginning the pouring of the concrete to my solid foundation of success in today’s life.
Dear Ruth and Family, We were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of cousin Alvin. He was a great man and well loved by many. We will miss his wonderful smile and huge laugh, but we know that God had a plan for his life, and God is saying “well done my good and faithful servant.” Thank you for sharing Alvin with us, and may you be comforted knowing that others share your grief. May the peace of Christ be with you during this difficult time. Family forever! Love your ATL family.
Rest in Heavenly Peace my big cuz love you always
So sorry for your tremendous loss!! I am Uplifting you and yours up in constant prayers!! Mr. Oree coached me in football and baseball from the age of 6 until the 9th grade. He represented Martin Park and the Eastside of Charleston to the utmost highest!! A gentle humble GIANT he were!! Therefore, I am indebted to him as I am now coaching football, baseball and teaching as he did!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾