Alvin L Stehr, age 93, of Klingerstown, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.
He was born on Friday, August 9, 1929, in Pitman, a son of the late Joseph I Stehr and the late Sallie M (Gahres) Stehr.
He was a graduate of the former Pine Park High School, Leck Kill.
Alvin was a partner in the former Stehr Brothers Feed Mill, Inc, prior to his retirement.
He was a member of St. Paul's Evangelical Congregational Church, Pitman.
He was also a member of WoodmenLife Pitman Chapter 433, the Mahantongo Fire Company, and the Klingerstown Fire Company.
Alvin will be remembered for his generous heart and his love and dedication to his family.
His wife, Ruth Q (Keim) Stehr passed away in 2019. He was also preceded in death by his parents; by two brothers, Joseph Stehr and Chester Stehr, two sisters, Pauline Troutman and Grace Schmolze, and a grandson, Nathan Stehr.
He is survived by two daughters, Patricia R Brandenberger of Klingerstown and Elaine P Schreffler and her husband David of Klingerstown; a son, Wayne A Stehr and his wife Gail of Klingerstown; four grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Following Alvin's wishes, private family services wete held at St. Paul's EC Church, Pitman.
Burial was in St. Paul's EC Cemetery, Pitman.
Memorial contributions can be made to St. Paul's EC Church, c/o Garry Harring, 91 Main Road, Pitman PA 17964.
Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Inc., Valley View, was in charge of arrangements.
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