• Born 24 May, 1862, South Oakley, Parrish of Saline, Fifeshire, Scotland.
• Immigrated to Canada with his parents in 1883.
• Occupation: Successful Contractor and businessman. Founded Logan's Funeral Home and Furniture Store in 1885. Logan's Funeral Home carries on business in the same location today and is managed by Alexander's Great Grandson Hugh Logan. In addition to the Funeral Home and Furniture store he was responsible for the construction of several commercial buildings in Parry Sound, most notably the IOOF building, a Post office, an Elementary School and Agricultural Hall.The latter buildings have since been rebuilt into other structures.
• Co-founder, ardent curler and supporter of the Parry Sound Curling Club.
• Member of the Canadian Curling Team 1909.
• Corresponded with Andrew Carnegie of Dunfermline, Scotland and was successful in securing his financial support for the purchase of the first pipe organ at Parry Sound's St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church.
• Fulfilled the role of Indian Agent for Parry Sound and area, Fire Chief for the Town of Parry Sound, Church Elder and member of local Masonic Lodge.
• Appointed Burgess of Dunfermline, Scotland 1902.
• Died, 08 October 1944, Parry Sound, Ontario.
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