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Alvin Raiford Obituary

Alvin Raiford
AIKEN - Mr. Alvin Raiford, 88, entered into rest October 4, 2025. Funeral arrangements will be announced.
Survivors include three daughters, Jeanette Cue, Diane Allen, & Deborah Paige; two sons, Ricky (Vivian) Raiford & Wallace (Elizabeth) Raiford; a host of grandchildren; great grandchildren; great-great grandchildren; and other relatives.
Family and friends may call his residence, 609 Shiloh Heights Rd.
G.L. BRIGHTHARP & SONS MORTUARY
390 BEAUFORT ST AIKEN (803) 648-0134
www.glbrightharpmortuary.com

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Published by Aiken Standard and North Augusta Star from Oct. 8 to Oct. 15, 2025.

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October 26, 2025

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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October 26, 2025

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Tyrone & Bernice L. DeLoach

October 12, 2025

Sincere condolences and prayers to family
during your time of bereavement. Cherish the memories of your loved one.

Elizabeth Raiford

October 10, 2025

I want you to know that my heart is with you all during this painful time. Losing our dad is such a deep loss, and I know it feels even heavier after already saying goodbye to our mom.

Your parents were more than just in-laws to me - they were truly my parents too. They welcomed me into their hearts and home with warmth, love, and guidance that I will forever be grateful for. They helped shape so much of who I am today, and I´ll always carry their kindness, wisdom, and love within me.

Now they´re together again in heaven - side by side, smiling down on all of you, proud of the strength, love, and unity you continue to show as a family. Their legacy lives on in each of you, and in all of our children and grandchildren who were blessed to know them.

Please know that I´m grieving with you - praying for peace and comfort to fill the spaces their absence has left - and forever holding them, and all of you, close in my heart.

Teri Cushman Magness

October 9, 2025

Dear Jeanette, I am so sorry for your loss, and praying for you and your family. (You and I were friends in High School, you were such a sweet friend, and I´ve always remembered you). prayers .

Marichal Hamilton

October 9, 2025

To the Raiford Family, we extend our deepest condolences. Cousin Bill has always been a pleasant and kind man. We will all miss him.
Marichal, Roscoe & LaShaun

Willie Mae Miles

October 7, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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