Niles J. Alexander

May 18, 1979 - May 2, 2020

Peoria - Niles Jarrad Alexander, 40, passed away at his residence on Saturday, May 2, 2020. Niles was born May 18, 1979 to Debra L. Littles-Alexander and Johnny R. Alexander. Niles had an infectious sense of humor and amazing personality which won him many friends. He loved all animals and mustang cars. His favorite hobby was fishing. He enjoyed spending time with his mom, hanging out with his daughter Nijah, as well as with family and friends. Niles served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1997 to 2001. He leaves to cherish his precious memory: his mother Debra L. Standley, father Johnny Alexander, maternal grandmother Ann Purnell of Peoria; beautiful daughter Nijah Alexander-Parker of Houston, Texas, his brother Brandon J. Standley of Peoria, sister Yolanda Hamilton of Peoria and Naima Alexander-Phillips of Florida, along with a host of family and friends. Niles was preceded in death by his grandfather Caeser Purnell, and fraternal grandparents Jodie & Ethel Alexander Sr. A private memorial family service has been scheduled at T.W. Parks Colonial Chapel where Rev. Alvin Riley Sr. Pastor of Sovereign Grace M.B.C. will officiate. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date for family and friends, in addition to a Committal Service at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield, IL. In lieu of flowers, contributions of canned goods and grocery items may be made to Sophie’s Kitchen, 103 Richard Pryor Place in Peoria. Online condolences may be made at https://www.twparkschapel.com/