Jack Alexander

From the PSA:

Jack had been an active member of the CSD/CPID since 1978 - GROUP #1 - during which period he gained the following Service Awards from the PSA:

--- Leo Palmer

Jack stood tall not only in stature but also in class, character, and a willingness to help others.


At Hockomock Digital Photographers, he was unique as he was the ONLY non-digital photographer in the club but we let him stay just the same! Two hats he was very proud to don, were that of a photographer and the one of the model railroader! His expertise in photography will be missed along with his candor and support.                

--- Joe Kennedy

Jack was a "gentle giant" who was soft spoken despite his height and imposing figure... I admired the way he created portraits, talking with and posing his subjects in a way that made them comfortable.  Jack never left his film roots despite his involvement with our digital club.  He was a constant prescence in the photographic scene for many, many years and taught us much during that time.  It is sad to lose him.                                                     

--- Rick Alvarnaz

I learned so much from his presentation about composition and the work that must be done IN the camera, (as opposed to in Photoshop!).  This was during our 2007-2008 season, and I took copious notes. There's something to be said for learning purely from years and years of experience. Jack was a great guy - he reminded me of my grandfather. My condolences go to his family, and the club.                                                                   

--- Amy Dowling


Jack demonstrated that enthusiasm for living life to the fullest is ageless.  Jack's quest to be a life long learner and share his knowledge with others was a gift he freely gave to all. His eagerness to connect with people was deeply expressed in his many portraits. Thank you, Jack, for inspiring each one with kindness.        

--- Karen Thompson

He was the Commentator for Slide Study Group #1 when I joined it in 1977. 

--- Faye Jones, PSA


My relationship with Jack went back many years.When I first moved to East Bridgewater some 37 years ago and purchased a house, I naturally needed a mortgage. I did not know Jack but he was the friendly face that processed and got my mortgage approved. Over the years we had been involved in town politics one way or another.  

As a real estate appraiser I appreciated the business he would occasionally send my way. When I served on the board of directors of a competing bank he was always available when I had a question.

This past summer my grandchildren were with us for eight weeks. I knew the boys would love to see his model railroad set-up as much as I had many times. When I called and asked if I could bring them over he was most happy. He spent a couple of hours explaining to them how he had built each piece and building. Even though we thanked him over and over it did not begin to express our appreciation.

When I told him we were going to Yellowstone for the PSA Conference this past September he spent an hour or so giving me hints and suggestions that were most valuable while we were there.

It was a privilege to have known him and seen him as only those who got to know him did.                      

--- Jim Weidenfeller


When I first started working at EBSB, I worked for Jack as the mortgage clerk, as he was the Mortgage Officer.  He was the one who invited me to attend a meeting of the Color Slide  Club in Brockton and I was hooked.  This was in the mid 70's and I've been a member since.    Jack was an excellent portrait photographer, putting his subjects at ease, and getting them positioned just right. He did most of his shooting of models at Amherst and I remember one time as I was waiting to get in one of the sessions, I overheard someone talking about Jack and they thought he was a Professional Photographer.   He also excelled in the photo travel category as  he traveled to a lot of different places.  He had extensive knowledge which he was very willing to share with others as he gave many instructional programs on composition and portraiture.  When he judged the color slides and prints, he critiqued them in a very positive way. Jack was a great guy and he will be missed.                                                       

--- Pat Bannerman


Memories of good times with Jack and Phyllis go back decades ago when our families would get together at our homes.  Both Jack and I had model train layouts in our cellars and would have operating nights where we would simulate making up freight trains to run out on the line and drop off cars at many businesses.  

Later came our photographic adventures to many places all over New England, especially the "tripod holes of Vt." and NECC Camera Council Conference at UMass, Amherst. We always entered slides in the Open and Nature categories trying to outdo each other in Portraiture.

All this goes back to the days of the Brockton Color Slide Club where both of us at one time served as President.

Enough already.  I could bore you all with more memories. Needless to say, I will miss Jack very much as our good times have now ended.  Jack, keep shooting with your Konica where ever you travel in eternity.        

--- Ed Ohman


I am honored to be one of the co-treasurers after Jacks passing.  Jack was a knowledgeable photographer, and a seasoned judge. He was always ready with a constructive comment on image study nights. He will be missed.

--- Greg Wells