Allison Williams Flowers

Allison Williams Flowers - "Al" as he was known - was born on April 5, 1961 in Jackson, Mississippi and died on February 10, 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Al Flowers overflowed with love and gratitude for his family and faith. A strong man with a flashing smile, he radiated enthusiasm and positivity. Despite his brawn, he was a sweetheart - a writer of sentimental notes, profuse in expressing his love, and prone to cry. His tenderness was matched by a fierce paternal instinct to provide, encourage, assist, nudge, and advise (whether solicited or not). Al had all kinds of odd jobs. He was a dockhand, farm worker, infantry soldier, rubber factory worker, janitor, convenience store clerk, Bible/meat/phone/cookie salesman, project manager, business analyst, and U.S. Census supervisor. But in his professional life, Al was most proud of his time in the U.S. military. He graduated from the Army Infantry School and Airborne School, and was assigned to the opposition force team at the U.S. Army Ranger School. After graduating from Officer Candidate School, Al went on to work in the Corps of Engineers, spending years at bases in Oklahoma, Hawaii, and South Korea. This work gave him immense pride, but it came with real sacrifice for his family. Al retired as a Major in the U.S. Army in 2019. Al grew up in Mississippi, the fifth of seven children, in a family centered on the First Presbyterian Church in Jackson. He had fond memories of working at the family farm, Ceres, and playing golf with his father and brothers. He was also a proud alumni of the McCallie School, an all-boys boarding school in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Later in life, he graduated with a bachelor's degree in political science from Louisiana State University as a working father and student; he fondly remembered the roar of Tiger Stadium during an L.S.U. football game. Besides God, family, country, and L.S.U football, Al loved golf, almanacs, Ronald Reagan, and food - yup, he really loved food. His eating pursuits remain legendary family lore: 16 whole fried chicken breasts to shock his in-laws, two large pepperoni pizzas on a dare, and more than one manager had to escort him out from an all-you-can-eat buffet. He was sneaky-good at trivia, a streaky golfer, and a terrible speller. Though he couldn't carry a tune, his "Silent Night" lullabies will forever linger in his children's memories. Above all, he was a devoted Christian, husband, and father. He would beam with pride about his five children. As a grandfather, he'd light up with joy and become a kid again. His integrity and character were unquestioned. Al held himself to the highest ethical standards - once quitting a job on the spot after witnessing a bribe. He modeled charity and generosity to his family, whether it be helping motorists who ran out of gas or assisting elderly neighbors. He treated everyone with a deep respect rooted in his faith. Al prayed, read scripture, and attended church devoutly. He joined the Gideons in retirement and loved to volunteer with them. In the last decade of his life, Al battled cancer, diabetes, and other illnesses. We rejoice with him that he has gone on to glory with his Maker. Al is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Elizabeth "Libby" (Ray) Flowers. After their first date at the Bird's Nest restaurant in Vicksburg, Mississippi, they quickly fell in love. They eloped on January 27, 1984 in Jackson, Mississippi. He cherished his marriage to Libby deeply, speaking of his "beautiful bride" well into their 60's. He also leaves behind his cherished children: Andrew Flowers and his wife Anna of Walpole, Massachusetts, Edward Flowers of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Oliver Flowers of Denver, Colorado, and Grace (Flowers) Merrill and her husband Forrest of Sand Springs, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his beloved son, David Taylor Flowers, in 2022. Al was the proud grandfather of: Vivian, Luke, and Elliot Flowers. He is preceded in death by his father, the late Uriah Grey Flowers, of Jackson, Mississippi and is survived by his mother, Anne (Williams) Flowers of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Al is also survived by his many brothers and sisters, in-laws, nieces and nephews, and friends whose lives he touched. Friends and family are kindly invited to attend a visitation on Thursday, Feb. 12, 6-8 p.m. at the Moore Funeral Home (9350 E 51st St, Tulsa, OK 74145; moorefuneral.com ). On Friday, Feb. 13 at 11:00 a.m. all are welcome to attend the burial with military honors at Ft. Gibson National Cemetery (1423 Cemetery Rd, Ft. Gibson, OK 74434). Following the burial, the family invites you to a 2 p.m. memorial service at the Moore Funeral Home, with a reception to follow. Flowers may be sent to the Moore Funeral Home via the funeral home website or via The Willow Tree (thewillowtreeflowers.net ) florist.

Allison Williams Flowers

April 5, 1961 - February 10, 2026