Charleston, South Carolina
Alvin Walter Hanson, Jr. JAMES ISLAND - Alvin Walter Hanson, Jr., 65, of James Island, entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 27, 2010, at his residence. He was born in Charleston, the son of Alvin Walter Hanson and Florence Clare Andrews Hanson on Thursday, November 9, 1944. Mr. Hanson was a graduate of St. Andrews High School and the Baptist College at Charleston. He served our country in the U.S. Army and was a retired Chemist for Westvaco. Mr. Hanson is survived by his two sisters, Meta H. Mason of Tampa, FL, and Frances H. Fischer and her husband Eugene of James Island. Also surviving him are four nieces and one nephew. He was predeceased by his sister, Harriet Hanson and his parents. The relatives and friends of Alvin W. Hanson, Jr. are invited to attend his Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 2, 2010, at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Hwy. Charleston. No other public services are planned. Please do not send flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society, 5900 Core Rd., Suite 504, Charleston, SC 29406. Arrangements are by JAMES A. MCALISTER FUNERAL HOME, 766-1365. Mr. Hanson's guest book may be signed online at www.jamesamcalister.com. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/ deaths
I worked with Alvin at Westvaco and had known him for quite a while. We're still getting in touch with each other thru e-mails to share some funny jokes and stuff. When I heard of his passing, I thought for a moment that it was only a joke. I was really shocked and saddened. He would be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with him and family. Please accept my deepest sympathy and condolences.
Cesar Voluntad
October 04, 2010 | North Charleston, SC
Alvin was always a dear friend of my family's. I guess we met him in around 1969, when I was about 10 years old. He put up with me throughout my teenage years like a big brother, and I was quite a handful. Alvin and I had kept in touch with each other throughout the many years via phone calls. Sadly, the last time I saw him in person was at my own mother's funeral in 1999, where he was a pall-bearer. I will always remember his smile, ready wit, and often-times "corny" jokes. I remember...
Shelley Seiber
October 01, 2010 | North Charleston, SC
I worked with Alvin for many years before I retired. In fact Alvin took over my lab when I left. I also was saddened and surprised by his passing. He will missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Charles Grooms
October 01, 2010 | Lakeland, FL
Alvin was the “Gibraltor” of the Carbon Research staff at Westvaco – a quiet, steady contributor whom everyone could count on even in the most challenging moments. I consider myself truly blessed to have known Alvin, both professionally and personally.
Paul Klich
October 01, 2010 | Columbus, MS
My sympathy to the family. I worked with Alvin for a number of years in the Carbon Research group. A hard worker, steady, dependable, and very pleasant to work with. I am sad to know he passed away much too soon.
Bob Beckler
October 01, 2010 | Brazil
Alvin and I worked together for many years at Westvaco and I was surprised and saddened that he had passed on too soon. He was an expert in the lab and always enjoyable to be around
Don Tolles
October 01, 2010 | Charleston
Alvin and I also worked together. He was a good fellow who could always be counted on when needed. He will be missed by all of the lab folks and the world will seem smaller and colder without him.
Tim Rigsby
October 01, 2010 | Arlington, VA
I was very saddened upon hearing about Alvin's passing. I worked with Alvin 25 years in the lab and I saw him about every day. Besides being cheerful and a good friend, when I knew him he was a great appreciator of the arts and lover of beauty, which made him an only a more interesting person to know. Some things I remember he had in his collection, were some original oil paintings and a hand made Persian rug.. We discussed books of all kinds. I could go on but let me just say I am a...
Wayne Smith
October 01, 2010 | Ladson, SC
We were so sorry to hear about Alvin. He was a great co-worker to my husband Wayne at Westvaco He was an all-around nice person one could count on anytime. We know he will certainly be missed by everyone who knew him. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wayne and Dawn Smith
September 30, 2010