Dr. Alexander Charles Marshall

Dr. Alexander Charles "AC" Marshall March 11, 1931-February 17, 2026 Obituary for Dr. Alexander Charles Marshall Dr. Alexander Charles Marshall, age 94, of Opelousas, peacefully entered eternal rest on February 17, 2026. His long and faithful life stands as a testament to service, scholarship, creativity, and unwavering devotion to God and family. Alexander Marshall began his life in Lafayette, Louisiana. He earned degrees from Grambling State University(B.S.), University of Denver(M.A.) and Bowling Green State University(Ph.D).Dr. Marshall was a pioneer in high school and college theatre. Dr. Marshall was an accomplished director whose work reflected depth, cultural insight, and a profound understanding of the human spirit. Through both stage and classroom, he used his gifts to uplift, challenge, and enlighten African American actors, actresses and playwrights. Dr. Marshall directed over 37 plays in his lifetime. A proud veteran of the United States Army, Dr. Marshall answered his nation’s call with honor and courage. Following his military service, he dedicated his life to education and the arts, becoming a respected professor in the Theatre Department at Dillard University. There, he inspired generations of students with his wisdom, discipline, and passion for storytelling. He was a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity incorporated. Above all, Dr. Marshall was a man of steadfast faith. He served faithfully at Bellevue Street Baptist Church, where his presence, prayers, and commitment enriched the church community. His life embodied the Scripture he so deeply believed in a life rooted in service, love, and gratitude. He was preceded in death by his father Alexander Charles Marshall, Sr. and mother Mintie Hall Marshall, brother Ralph Marshall and his beloved wife, Betty D. Marshall, with whom he shared a devoted and enduring partnership. He leaves to cherish his memory his son, Rev. Brandon K. Marshall and wife Esther Marshall in Dothan, Al; his adopted daughter, Cathy Duncan Smith in Dallas, TX; his grandchildren, Brannette Leola Marshall in Birmingham, Al, Darius Smith in Austin, TX and Alexia Smith in Dallas, TX; and his foster children, Adrienne Washington and Ketrick Washington(Raven). His legacy also lives on in the countless students, colleagues, church members, family and friends whose lives he touched. Dr. Marshall’s 94 years were marked by excellence, faithfulness, and generosity. Though he has taken his rest, his voice echoes in the lives he shaped, his words live on through his works, and his light continues to shine on all who loved him. Dr. Marshall’s 94 years were marked by excellence, faithfulness, and generosity. Though he has taken his rest, his voice echoes in the lives he shaped, his words live on through his works, and his light continues to shine on all who loved him. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Williams Funeral Home in Opelousas, LA. Visitation will continue on Monday, February 23, 2026, beginning at 11:00 AM at Bellevue Street Baptist Church in Opelousas. Funeral services will follow at 12:00 PM at the church. Interment will take place on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Southwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in Jennings, Louisiana, where military honors will be rendered in recognition of his faithful service. Family and friends are invited to share words of comfort and remembrance at www.williamsfuneralhomes.net Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Williams Funeral Home of Opelousas, 337-942-2037. His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord. Matthew 25:23

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Dr. Alexander Charles Marshall

March 11, 1931 - February 17, 2026