Hubbry Logo
Alton FordAlton FordMain
Open search
Alton Ford
Community hub
Alton Ford
logo
7 pages, 0 posts
0 subscribers
Be the first to start a discussion here.
Be the first to start a discussion here.
Alton Ford
Alton Ford
Alton Ford
View on Wikipedia
from Wikipedia

Alton Ford Jr. (May 29, 1981 – April 2, 2018) was an American professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association and other leagues. He last played for the NBA D-League team the Erie BayHawks.

Key Information

Ford was born in Houston, Texas and attended Houston ISD Milby High School.

He was selected 51st overall in the 2001 NBA draft by the Phoenix Suns. He played with the Phoenix Suns from 2001 to 2003, and then with the Houston Rockets in the 2003-04 NBA season. Ford played a total of 73 NBA games (64 for Phoenix and 9 for Houston) with career averages of 2.5 points and 1.7 rebounds. His final NBA game was on January 3, 2004, in a 84 - 63 win over the Utah Jazz where he played for a little under 2 minutes and recorded no stats.

He played overseas from 2004 to 2008.

Personal life and death

[edit]

Ford and his wife, Victoria had four children.[1]

Ford died of lymphoma, a form of blood cancer, on April 2, 2018. He was 36.[2] His funeral was held on April 5, 2018.[3]

References

[edit]
[edit]
Revisions and contributorsEdit on WikipediaRead on Wikipedia

Alton Ford

View on Grokipedia
from Grokipedia
Alton Ford was an American professional basketball player known for his brief tenure in the National Basketball Association (NBA) with the Phoenix Suns and Houston Rockets, as well as his recognition as a McDonald's All-American during high school. Born in Houston, Texas, he emerged as a standout talent at Milby High School before playing college basketball at the University of Houston. Ford was selected in the second round of the 2001 NBA draft by the Phoenix Suns, where he appeared in games over multiple seasons before a short stint with the Rockets. Following his NBA career, Ford played professionally overseas and in the NBA D-League before retiring around 2011. Ford died on April 2, 2018, at the age of 36 from lymphoma, leaving behind a wife, Victoria, and three children. He remained connected to the Houston basketball community through his local roots and early accolades.

Early life and education

Alton Ford was born on May 29, 1981, in Houston, Texas.

Family background

He was raised by his mother, Carol Ford, in Houston.

Education

Ford attended Milby High School in Houston, where he was a standout basketball player and named a McDonald's All-American. He played one season of college basketball at the University of Houston during 2000–01, averaging 10.8 points and 5.9 rebounds per game before entering the 2001 NBA draft.

Veterinary career

Relocation to Florida

After graduating from Auburn University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1971, Alton Ford relocated to southwest Florida to pursue his veterinary career. There, he met Deborah Jean Smith, who had previously worked as a dental assistant in Bradenton, Florida. They married on April 20, 1974, in DeSoto County, Florida. The couple settled in the region and began raising their family in southwest Florida during the ensuing years. This period marked the establishment of their personal life in the area prior to any involvement in entertainment. The couple later shared a brief on-screen appearance in the 1997 film Gone Fishin'.

South Trail Animal Hospital

South Trail Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary clinic located in Fort Myers, Florida. In 1975, Alton Ford purchased the hospital together with Dr. Thomas Gillaspie. The practice is run by Dr. Alton Ford and Dr. Thomas Gillaspie, both licensed and experienced veterinarians serving the southwest Florida community. The hospital offers comprehensive care for dogs and cats, including preventive wellness exams, vaccinations, spay and neuter procedures, dentistry, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, and advanced treatments such as laser therapy, acupuncture, and rehabilitation. It provides emergency care, boarding, grooming, and specialized services like endoscopy and integrative medicine. South Trail Animal Hospital remains an active veterinary practice with regular operating hours from Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 8:30 pm and Saturday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. No entertainment career is documented for Alton Ford. He was a professional basketball player with no verified involvement in acting, film, theater, stunts, or related fields.

Personal life

Alton Ford was married to Victoria Ford. Sources vary slightly on the number of children, with some reporting three and others four (named Kennedy, Alyssa, Avery, and Tre in his obituary). He was survived by his wife, his children, and other family members including a sister, Anita. Limited public information is available about his personal life beyond his family and his roots in the Houston area. Ford died on April 2, 2018, after battling lymphoma.
Add your contribution
Related Hubs
User Avatar
No comments yet.