Alvin T. Kemble Jr.

1924 - 2015

Alvin T. Kemble Jr. obituary, 1924-2015, Harrisburg, PA

BORN

1924

DIED

2015

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Trefz & Bowser Funeral Home Inc

114 W Main St

Hummelstown, Pennsylvania

Alvin Kemble Obituary


Alvin T. Kemble, Jr., 91, of Chambers Hill entered into eternal rest Friday, July 17, 2015, at Frey Village Retirement Center, Middletown.
Born in Lykens on May 28, 1924, he was the son of the late Alvin T., Sr., and Ruby Emee Metz Kemble.
Alvin retired as a masonry worker for the Hershey Foods Corporations. He was an U. S. Navy Armed Guard veteran having served in World War II. He actively attended the Evangelical Free Church of Hershey. Along with his wife, Thelma, he was a founding member of the Armed Guard Merchant Marine, Hummelstown. Alvin was a life member of the former Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1687, Hummelstown; and enjoyed attending World War II Round Table meetings and conventions. A devoted family man, Alvin loved nothing more than to spend time with his family, and never missed any of his grandsons' sporting events or other activities.
Alvin was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Thelma V. Garrett Kemble, on December 7, 2010; three brothers, Harold "Fritz" Kemble, Galen Kemble, and Robert Kemble; and three sisters, Anna Kanoff, Mary Veigle, and JoAnn Holman.
He is survived by two sons, Gary L. Kemble husband of Wendy L., and Roy E. Kemble husband of Linda E., both of Harrisburg; two grandsons, Cody L. Kemble husband of Nicole of Ledyard, CT, and Trey J. Kemble of Harrisburg; one great granddaughter, Brynn Kemble of Ledyard, CT; two sisters, Betty Snyder of Harrisburg, and Pauline Peace of Hershey; and three brothers, Harvey Kemble husband of Janet of Middletown, Karl Kemble husband of Sylvia of Middletown, and David Kemble of Florida; and many nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, August 7, 2015, at 11 AM at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, East Hanover Township, with The Rev. Omar Zook officiating.
Trefz & Bowser Funeral Home, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Hummelstown, is handling the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be sent to the American Cancer Society, 112 Sipe Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033.
Online condolences may be shared at www.trefzandbowser.com

Published by Patriot-News from Jul. 25 to Jul. 26, 2015.
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On February 1, 2015 I was very fortunate to sit beside Alvin at the counter of the Capitol Diner. We had an amazing conversation about his life and military service in WWII. I feel very honored to have met him and shared in his memories. I can still remember his smile and wonderful personality. For the brief time that we spoke I can honestly say he made an impact on me to the point where I still remember his name a year later. I searched his name to see how I could possibly reconnect with him to see how he's been when I found his obituary. I'm so very happy he had a full and remarkable life full of family and friends. Good Bless you, sir!I

Phillip Ficarra Jr

February 2, 2016

Dear Roy Linda Gary and Wendy,
Just found out about your dad. He was such a sweet heart, I am so sorry. Will always remember the good old days. Love to you all. Kathy Baker

August 6, 2015

To Roy and all The Kemble Family you have my sincere condolences in the loss of Alvin. I met Alvin at the WWII Roundtable after he told his story about WWII. I always looked forward to seeing him and saying "Hi". Alvin always had a smile and it was a privilege to know him. Godspeed.

Chuck Trenn

August 3, 2015

To all the members of the Kemble family:

"Junior" was such a delight to know. Always a story, and always a smile. I felt privileged to know him. Monday night church dinners and Highspire roast beef dinners won't be the same! My deepest sympathy and love to all of you. Barb Dorsey

Barbara Dorsey

July 27, 2015

Dear Kemble Family:

Uncle Junior will be sadly missed. I envision him and Grandma catching up on lost time and enjoying each others company and comfort. May he rest in peace.

God Bless!!!!!!

Maria Kanoff

July 27, 2015

Extending sympathy to all the Kemble family. Uncle Junior will be missed!

AliceAnn Kanoff

July 26, 2015

To Harvey and all the family.Our prayers & condolences are with you. Please know that we are thinking of you. Sincerely,

Jim & Bobbie Scheuren

July 26, 2015

Roy, Your parents were very nice people coming into our garage. We enjoyed hearing your Dad's stories & them going to Shady Maples. I remember when your mom brought us a cheese cake! Enjoy the memories. They were both good people. Our hearts & prayers go to you & your family. Everyone appreciates your Dad being a Veteran.

Terri Caruso & Warner Motors/Lancaster Dodge staff

July 25, 2015

Alvin will be missed but not forgotten. We look forward to seeing him again. HEWBREWS 6:10
jjones

July 25, 2015

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