Harbert Alexander Sr., local historian, former ‘Man of the Year’ dies at 82

JACKSON, Tenn. — A local historian and business leader has died at the age of 82.

Photo Courtesy: Tennessee State Museum

Harbert Alexander Sr. died Sunday, April 24.

Alexander was a prominent figure in the Jackson and West Tennessee area with a long history in the banking industry, serving as the CEO of The Bank of Jackson from 2007-2011.

He also served as a Madison County historian, was the former chair of the West Tennessee Healthcare Board of Trustees, and the author of four books.

Additionally, Alexander was awarded the Jackson Exchange Club’s Man of the Year award in 1991.

He is survived by his wife Nora Noe Alexander, along with three children and three grandchildren.

Funeral arrangements are still being finalized at this time.

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