Mr. Alfred Ray Bias

Alfred Ray Bias was born in Pasadena, California on February 2, 1942, the fourth child of Plennie and Verna Belle Bias.



Alfred passed away in the early morning hours of Friday, August 30, 2013, surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Kathleen; three sons and their wives, and two grandchildren: Kelvin and Yuko Bias of Brooklyn, NY, Christopher and Trina Bias of Anaheim, CA, and Brian, Amy, Richard and Ella Bias of Raleigh, NC. He has five surviving siblings, Elaine Perkins, Arthur Bias, Chester Bias, David Bias and Dewayne Bias, as well as several nieces and nephews.



He grew up in Pasadena, attending Garfield Elementary, McKinley Junior High and Pasadena High School. He went on to graduate from Pasadena City College and attend the University of Toledo and University of Southern California pharmaceutical schools. He worked in the pharmaceutical industry before co-owning a Pasadena-based pest control company for over 25 years.



In his South Whittier neighborhood, Alfred was deeply loved and respected. He coached Little League Baseball, WAYS and AYSO Soccer and joined his youngest son on the competitive archery circuit. Golfing was his passion in later years. He and his family enjoyed scenic trips throughout the Western United States. Cambria on the central California coast was an annual destination.



A memorial service will be held at St. Matthias Episcopal Church on December 27, 2013 at 10AM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 So. Washington Ave., Whittier, CA 90602.