John Max Alexander, Jr., age 85, of Sulphur Springs, Texas, passed away on August 11, 2025. He was born on July 10, 1940, in Crane, Texas to John Max Alexander, Sr. and Mary Louise Scott Alexander. John lived a full and meaningful life marked by hard work, faith, and love for his family. He worked as a General Contractor in construction and was also employed by Texas Instruments in Richardson, Texas, where he contributed to the semiconductor unit and integrated circuits for the historic Ranger 7 and 8 space missions to the moon. He was also proud to serve his community as a volunteer firefighter in Grapevine, Texas. A devoted man of faith, John was a longtime member of Family Fellowship Church, where he regularly attended and faithfully raised his family in the church. His deep commitment to God and family was a guiding force throughout his life. John found joy in caring for his animals, dog Bandit and Momma Cat, and especially his beloved German Shepherds, who were like children to him. He had a passion for technology, and his hobbies included working with computers and Ham Radio. In addition he loved his rounds about town: Dairy Queen, Brahms, Chicken Express, Town and Country Insurance, and Alliance Bank, among others. John is survived by his loving daughter, Ruth Yarbrough and her husband Allan; grandchildren Allana Bever, Amy Encinias, Lauren Yarbrough and Mike Potter, and Kayla DeAnda; great-grandchildren Gaven Olson, Skyler Fedric, Landen Fedric, Avery Encinias, Jaclyn Yarbrough, Allisyn Yarbrough, and America Balzano; and great-great-granddaughter Evelyn Mae Gutierrez. He is also survived by his sister Anna Margaret Silva and her husband Don, along with many extended family members and dear friends who will miss him greatly. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Darlene; his parents; his daughter Margaret "Annie" Lankford; his granddaughter Misti Dawn Yarbrough; and his brothers Joe Scott Alexander and Charles "Charlie" William Alexander. The family will host a Memorial Service in John's honor at Family Fellowship Church at a later date. John will be inurned at I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Caddo Mills, Texas. He leaves behind a legacy of faith, resilience, and love. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.