Alvin Earl DeVane

I just saw Alvin last Friday and we had a wonderful visit as always. He and Toni were wonderful church friends to me when I joined St. Louis, and they continued to inspire me with their enduring love and compassion for others. I am so sad to lose them, but I am so happy they are together again in heaven. Peace be with you during this time of loss. Love in Christ to the DeVane family.

Lt DeVane was an active band parent when my husband, Charles, directed the Lanier HS band; when Charles passed away, Lt DeVane led the funeral procession to Austin Memorial Cemetery, and had arranged for two rows of police officers to line up and salute the hearse at the entrance. That was so meaningful and touching that I still tear up when I remember. What a dear, thoughtful, kind man!

What a great man and friend to all. The family continues to represent those principals.

Lt DeVane was a long time personal friend as well as parent of his children in my tenure as The University of Texas Longhorn Band Director! He was kind and gentle and yet did his police job by the book!!! We loved him and admired him and I know he will ve welcomed to the next world ! We all have lost a fine fine man!!!
Vincent R DiNino

Alvin will be missed by so many in ham radio and the music world that love Barbershop singing. The Police Department had a great model to go by. May God Bless The family at this time of their loss.
Thank you Alvin fo being a friend.

Lisa and the rest of the DeVane family,

Words seem so empty at times like this, yet it is our hope that ours will give you some comfort, spark some joy and bring warmth to your world as you walk through the next days, weeks and months. God has given us memories for times such as this so draw on those times of laughter, excitement and joy that you shared together - it is those memories that will grow brighter and give you comfort as time passes.

We are deeply saddened...

73's to Alvin. Now a silent key. I will be missing you my friend. You always said I was another son to you. i will miss you and Toni!!
Richard Straight

My thoughts and prayers are with Lt DeVane and his family during this time. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. He will be remembered in the hearts of many people whose lives he has touched over the years.

I take Mr. DeVane's street every day of my working life, and am glad to now know something of his story. He is someone all Austinites may be proud of. My best wishes to his many friends and family.