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Alvin Unger Obituary

LITTLESTOWN Alvin C. Unger, 58, died Monday evening, March 29, 2010, at Hanover Hospital. He was the husband of H. Joyce (Reaver) Unger for almost 38 years. Born May 6, 1951, in Hanover, he was the son of the late Ralph C. and Jean L. (Becker) Unger, and stepson of Doris (Flickinger) Unger of Hanover. Alvin was a 1970 Littlestown High School graduate. He had been employed with Littlestown Exxon for 20 years, later was a manager at Becker's Lawn & Garden of Hanover, and for the last two years was a manager at Ace Hardware of Littlestown. In addition to his wife, Joyce, Alvin is survived by a daughter, Natalie M. Johnson of New Oxford; two sons, Dwayne A. Unger of Hanover and Henry C. Unger of New Oxford; three grandchildren; a stepgrandson; a brother, Steve Unger of Everett; three sisters, Yvonne Myers of Hanover, Patricia Crabbs of Littlestown, and Marcia Caine of Venice, Fla.; and three stepsisters, Jane Bond, Donna Bair, and Bek Leese, all of Hanover. Alvin was a member of Barts Centenary United Methodist Church of Littlestown where he was a Trustee of the church. He was a retired Fire Police with Alpha Fire Co., Littlestown, and the V.P. of Littlestown's Historical Society. Following cremation, a visitation will be held Friday, April 2, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Little's Funeral Home, Littlestown. A Celebration of Alvin's Life will be announced at a later date. Contributions in Alvin's name may be sent to Barts Centenary U.M. Church, 50 E. King St., Littlestown, PA 17340; or Alpha Fire Co., 40 E. King St., P.O. Box 475, Littlestown, PA 17340; or Littlestown Historical Society, 50 E. King St., Littlestown, PA 17340.

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Published by Evening Sun from Mar. 31 to Apr. 1, 2010.

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Uncle Alvin and Aunt Joyce with Little Ron

Veronica Rodgers

April 30, 2010

Love Laurie, Mia, and Zane Ginter

April 30, 2010

Dear Uncle Alvin,
You are an amazing person, the patriarch of our family. You have inspired and taught us to live, love and laugh. You have lived an honorable life full of charity. You have loved your family and friends with all of your being. I will always cherish the fact that you took the time to make each and every person feel special down to the smallest member of our family. And your laugh was contagious and would spread throughout a crowd. You will be greatly missed. We love you.

Terry, Patty and girls Crabbs

April 30, 2010

Alvin, A=always laughing or picking on someone. L=lots of love and laughter. V=valued, as a husband, father, and brother. I=inspiring. N=never forgotten. Joyce thank you for making Alvin's short life a happy one. Our prayer and thoughts are with you and the family always. Alvin always loved our family gatherings and will be deeply missed at the ones in the future but know he will always be there in spirit.

Ron and Yvonne Unger Myers

April 29, 2010

My brother, Alvin, with his contagious smile and laughter, his fun loving spirit, will be sorely missed. Precious memories of my brother will live on in our hearts forever.
Our many thoughts and prayers are with Joyce, the children and their families.

Jeff & Patti Holtz & Susan Sanders

April 8, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Al was a wonderful man and will truly be missed. Your friends at Holtz Family Chiropractic

Lisa Unger

April 6, 2010

To Joyce and children: Alvin was a wonderful,wonderful person. He was a great husband,father,and brother to Stephen and a great brother in law to me (Lisa) the kids Trenton and Cheyenne loved him too. It is a great loss to everyone that he is no longer here with us in person,but will always be here in our hearts and will remember all the good times we had together. Love Stephen,Lisa and family

Your Younger Brother and family

April 6, 2010

April 5, 2010

To the Unger Family We are sorry for your loss but know you have wonderful memories with your Dad/Husband. We remember the good times we had when he was with us in the Liberty-Belles. Our sympathy & prayers are with you at this time. Janice Peck & Missy Campbell

Mona Lawver

April 4, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Amber Metz-Williams

April 4, 2010

Aunt Joyce, Natalie, Dwayne & Henry, My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Uncle Al was an amazing man and I am thankful for all the wonderful memories I have with him and the family. He had the best sense of humor. Uncle Al will forever be in our hearts. Remember all the great times that you had with him. Please take care of yourselves. Love you guys so much.

Veronica Myers Rodgers and family

April 4, 2010

There are not enough words in the dictionary to describe Uncle Alvin. He was truly a remarkable husband, father, grandfather, uncle, cousin and a friend to all. My thoughts and prayers are with my family through this very difficult time. I love you so very much Uncle Al and you will never be forgotten. God Bless!!!!

Suellen Lee

April 4, 2010

My condolences and prayers go out to you Joyce and the family. I know he will be missed, but you can always remember all the good times you had and be blessed you had them. I am one of the girls who is always with Jeannie, Dixie, Pearl, Suzie, Letha and others at the Firehouse resturant for lunch on Fridays and other times. If you ever need anything or just need to talk one of us is always free. God Bless !! Sincerely---SUELLEN LEE

Ken Brame

April 3, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to Al's family. Al was truly a great guy and will truly missed.

April 2, 2010

"Uncle Al, I am so sorry we could not make it up there to celebrate your life. You were a terrific person, and you will be missed dearly. I am so grateful that you were a part of my life. Aunt Joyce, Natalie, Dwayne and Henry, my heart goes out to all of you, and please accept my deepest apologies for not being able to make it home. I am there with everyone in thought and spirit. I love and miss you all, and Uncle Al will be greatly missed. You are all in my prayers, stay strong and god will get you through. I love you Uncle Al, may you rest in peace."
April Johnson(Metz) and family (Greer, SC)

Clyde & Toni Klinedinst & Lisa Livingston

April 2, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Harold & Bonnie Leister

April 2, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Linda Myers Baublitz

April 2, 2010

Joyce,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Alvin will truly be missed. He was a wonderful and fun person to be with.

Trenton Unger

April 2, 2010

Uncle AL i will miss you, love you. The rest of the family take care of ypur self

Stacy Janes

April 2, 2010

I am sorry to hear of your loss. I have just read the news. You are in my prayers and my heart goes out to you and the family. Memories will keep him close to your heart.

April 2, 2010

We just learned of Alvin,s passing and would like to express our
condolances to Joyce and family. Alvin loved his family and was well
liked by everyone who knew him. He will be missed. You are in our prayers.
Rick and Marilyn Stoner
Temole,Texas

Turk Younkins

April 2, 2010

Joyce, Natalie, Dwayne, and Hank,

I'm sitting here watching the curser flash on the screen trying to put into words the flood of thoughts and sorrow that I'm occupied with at the moment. Big Al is a cornerstone in my memories of growing up in Littlestown. I've been around the world and back since I've left home... Mr. Unger is still one of the kindest, funniest, warmest persons I've had the pleasure of knowing.

Lori Becker Simon

April 1, 2010

Joyce & family,
Yvonne, Patty, Marcia, & Steve,
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Alvin's passing. My heart goes out to all of you. I hope your memories of Alvin along with the support of friends and family will be of comfort to you at this sad time.

April 1, 2010

Joyce and family,
I just found out about Alvin. We had great times in batons with him. He made everybody laugh.He was a very hard worker. The family is in our prayers.
The Stoner family
Donna,Leroy and Missy

Joe and Janet McMaster

April 1, 2010

This was a shock to Joe and I. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

April 1, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to all of you.Alvin was a great guy with a wonderful smile that showed his pride in everything he did..we will miss him. God's Blessings to all of you
Ted and Freda Bortner

aunt dot and family

April 1, 2010

Alvin was a wonderful family man. Loved to hear his stories about his family and his cabin. We will all miss him tho he is not really gone. We will always be here for you. Blessings and prayers to all.

Kate McMullen Spratley

April 1, 2010

Joyce,
So remembering Al from security and Fire Police. He was a great friend to all. He stuck up for me once when it counted the most and I'm grateful. I will always remember laughing so much and having fun around him. School activities (security) were the best fun. Never a dull momment. Thought of him often and he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Ben and Donna Sharar

April 1, 2010

To the Unger family.Al truly was a special person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Brad & Tammy Harner

April 1, 2010

Joyce and Family,

We are so sorry to hear of Al's passing. We will always remember his good humor and wonderful smile. May the happy memories get you through this tough time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Joshua Bair

April 1, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are will you all. Alvin will be missed very much.

April 1, 2010

Joyce and family

Sending our love and prayers for you and the family to get through this tuff time. We will all miss Al's smiling face but he will live in our hearts forever!
Love, Libby & Gordon Snyder

Larry Zepp

April 1, 2010

My deepest condolence to the Unger for the lost of Alvin. Alvin was not only a classmate but also a friend. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Lynn & Taffy Crosley

March 31, 2010

Joyce, Natalie, Dwayne & Henry And Unger Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Alvin was a wonderful person and will be missed very much. God bless all.

Pat Smith

March 31, 2010

Joyce and family, Patty, Yvonne, Marcia and Steve, My heart hurts for you. Alvin was one special guy. He will be missed by the many people whose lives he touched with his humor and smile. Alvin will alway hold a special place in our hearts.
May Gods grace uphold you and strenghten you during this time of great loss.
Pat and Sonny

March 31, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The Harold R. Sentz family, Dick, Charlotte,Linda,Baron,Marty,Amy and Jon.

Karen Bell

March 31, 2010

Natalie and Family,

So sorry to hear about your dad passing away. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family

Tim and Kissy Bell
Justin, Emilee and Sarah

Marion {eck} Kagarise

March 31, 2010

New al for a long time, he was always smiling , he will be missed

Darryl, Shannon, Crystal Klinedinst

March 31, 2010

Joyce, Natalie, Dwayne & Henry

We are so sorry to hear about Alvin. It is a complete shock. If there is anything we can do from Mich., please let us know. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.

Melvin L. Plunkert

March 31, 2010

I knew Alvin and his parents real good. It was always nice talking to him. God bless the ones left behind.

March 31, 2010

Our deepest sympathies. The Carter Family........Marion, Ricarda, Melissa, Richard and Sarah.

Joe & Jo Stottlemyer

March 31, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Cindy Garman & Family

March 31, 2010

My heart goes out to you. Al was a great guy who made an impact on everyone he meet. I'm glad I got the chance to meet him and work with him in Hanover. He will be missed by all.

March 31, 2010

Natalie, Joyce and Family,
I am so stund to hear about Alvin's passing. He was truely a great man, a wonderful husband and a caring father. Never seen him in the 21 years I've known him, without a smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, he will be sadly missed.

-Missy and Bobby Schroeder

Joby Stauffer

March 31, 2010

The Unger Family:
May God's love shine upon you all during this difficult time, knowing that Alvin is at peace in the presence of his Maker. He was a wonderful man and loved by our community, & will certainly be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and May God Bless each of you during this time of sorrow.

Ann Smith

March 31, 2010

Dear Unger Family,
I am sorry to hear about Alvin's passing. Our families spent many happy hours together, as children, being involved with 4-H. You will be remembered in our prayers.
Sam & Ann (Clousher) Smith

Jennifer and Kevin Crawmer

March 31, 2010

"Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones shines down to let us know they are with us." Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. May God bless you and help you find peace. With deepest sympathy and love.

Harold & Doreen Storm

March 31, 2010

Joyce and family:
"As you comprehend this profound loss, let yourself cry, knowing that every tear is a note of love rising to the heavens." Alvin was such a wonderful person and will be missed and remembered by all. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.

Mike & Kathy Stoops

March 31, 2010

Joyce, Natalie, Dwayne and Henry, and the rest of the family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Alvin will surely be missed and we are truly blessed to have known him. Take care and God Bless.

Alvin in Front of Becker's Outdoor Power, Hanover, PA

March 31, 2010

Tony & Harriet Ann Spangler

March 31, 2010

Joyce, Natalie, Dwayne, Henry & Family
I am really saddened by your loss, Alvin was a good man. I will miss his smile and laugh. Great memories!! Keeping you in our prayers.

Terry & Nancy Moser

March 31, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. Alvin was a special person. May your memories bring you comfort.

March 31, 2010

Joyce,

We were so sad to hear about Alvin's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Chad & Staci Messinger

Carol & Dennis Steger

March 31, 2010

Joyce, Natalie and family,
Our heart breaks at the news of Al's sudden passing. Please know he is with our Lord and is at peace. You all will be in our prayers. His smiles and gentle manner will be missed.

Carole Dutterer

March 31, 2010

Joyce and Family

I am so sorry for your loss. Alvin was a great guy and classmate. My prayers are with you.

March 31, 2010

Al was such a sweet guy he will truly be missed. It was such a pleasure working with him at ACE Hardware. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. God Bless!

Britany Welty

March 31, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to the Unger family. Alvin was always smiling. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you!

Dave and Melinda Gullickson-Reed

March 31, 2010

To the Unger Family Our deepest sympathy..May your memories help you at this most difficult time..God Bless
Randy & Janis Miller

John & Brenda Warehime

March 31, 2010

Dear Joyce and family,
Our thoughts and prayers for all of you. I just had a great talk with Alvin at the builders show. He was a great guy. We talked about all the kids, he was smiling from ear to ear. All of you were deeply loved by him. So very sad, so sorry for your loss.

March 31, 2010

Joyce and family, We were stunned and saddened when we got the news on Monday evening! You are in our thoughts and prayers. Alvin will be greatly missed. May God's peace be with you. Love, Sharon and Sara

March 31, 2010

Joyce & Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this trying time. Alvin was a trusted friend and a dedicated member of the community. Always upbeat and helpful. Friday night football in Littlestown won't be the same without him in the corner of the End Zone. He will be missed by all.

Mike & Delores Hayes

Carolyn Schreiber

March 31, 2010

Dwayne & Shawn,
My heart goes out to you and your families. You have my deepest sympathy. If you need anything, let me know. Your in my thoughts.
Carolyn Schreiber & Family

Kathy Ambrose

March 31, 2010

Joyce and family, I'm so sorry to hear of Alvin's passing. May God's peace surround you all at this time of sorrow.
God Bless.
Bruce & Kathy Ambrose & family

sara goulden

March 31, 2010

So sorry for your loss. He will be missed. The Goulden Family

Kenneth Sell

March 31, 2010

Joyce and family,

I am so saddened to hear of Alvin's passing. We all will miss him. Accept my deepest sympathy.

Eugene Bittle

March 31, 2010

To Yvonne and the entire Unger family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow.

March 31, 2010

Joyce & Children ~

What a loss you have experienced! We have never see Al without that jovial smile of his. He will surely be missed by many.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you!

Jim & Cindy Sterling & family

March 31, 2010

Our deepest sympathy!
A man the entire community will miss.
God Bless,
Nancy and Jim Boyd

Alan Little

March 31, 2010

The Unger Family
Please accept my sincere sympathy for the loss of Alvin. He was a real assest to Becker's Lawn Service Center and it was a pleasure knowing and dealing with him. May God Bless All of you in this time of sorrow.

Drew Plunkert

March 31, 2010

Alvin was a terrific guy and it was a real priviledge to know him........a classmate and a friend. My sincere condolences to his family.

Sonny Eline

March 31, 2010

Yvonne and Family,

Our deepest condolences. May everyone find strength in the beautiful memories.

The Elines

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