Attorney Alexander Obituary, Death – Former Greenville City Attorney Andrew “Andy” Alexander passed away recently, and Mayor Errick D. Simmons has issued a statement on his passing. A statement has been issued by the Mayor of Greenville, Errick D. Simmons, about the loss of Andy Alexander, who served as former City Attorney.
The beginning of Attorney Alexander’s tenure with the City of Greenville can be traced back to February 1996, when he was chosen to serve as a councilman for Ward 3. On August 29, 2000, he was appointed to the position of Interim City Attorney after completing his tenure as Councilman for Ward 3. Andy Alexander stepped down from his position as city attorney on January 31st, 2022 and retired. Andy will always be remembered as a person who put in a lot of effort, was devoted to his profession, and carefully managed the responsibilities of his position. His death is being lamented by a significant number of City of Greenville employees and people of the community. We shall miss having him around.
STATEMENT FROM MAYOR ERRICK D. SIMMONS:
“I am profoundly saddened to learn of the demise of Former Greenville City Attorney Andrew Alexander, who was lovingly nicknamed “Andy” by the City of Greenville residents, elected leaders, workers, law firm colleagues, family and friends. His departure has left me with a tremendous sense of loss. Andy’s extensive history of legal, municipal, and public service, along with his profound love for the city of Greenville, made him an ideal candidate for public service.
After serving on the city council for a while, Andy was selected to the position of municipal attorney, where he remained for more than 20 years. Because he was so dedicated to his career and his family, he will be sorely missed. I am appreciative of his unwavering commitment and the service he has provided to the City of Greenville. I am grateful for the numerous blessings that I have been able to share with him throughout the years. As a community, we are saddened by Andy’s passing and share in his loss and anguish. During this trying time, we want his devoted wife, Betsy, and his entire family to know that they are in our thoughts and prayers.
