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David Frederick "Fred" Alson

1954 - 2025

David Frederick "Fred" Alson obituary, 1954-2025, Rensselaer, IN

BORN

1954

DIED

2025

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Jackson Funeral Chapel of Rensselaer

250 N. McKinley Avenue

Rensselaer, Indiana

David Alson Obituary

David Frederick "Fred" Alson, 70, Rensselaer, passed away on Feb. 5, 2025.

He was born on Dec. 31, 1954, in Rensselaer, to Raymond and Ellen "Lucille" (Ritter) Alson.

Fred graduated from Rensselaer Central High School with the Class of 1972 and dedicated over 30 years to maintenance work at White Castle Bakery. He was also a skilled self-employed plumber. In his free time, he enjoyed gardening, canning vegetables, and raising chickens. A devoted sports fan, he passionately supported Indiana University and the Green Bay Packers. Fred also enjoyed spending time with his grandkids.

He is survived by his son, Darrin "Dewey" (Katie) Alson, Monon; six grandchildren, Faye, Lex, and Trey Miller, and Griffin, Oliver, and Layla Alson; siblings, Ronald (Mary) Alson, Rensselaer, Craig (Mona) Alson, ChampionsGate, Fla., and Bradley (Kim) Alson, Rensselaer; son-in-law, Mike Miller; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Fred was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Mandy Miller.

Visitation will be held on Monday, Feb. 10 from 10 – 1 p.m. CT at Jackson Funeral Chapel of Rensselaer, followed by a funeral service at 1 p.m. CT with Pastor Jeff Zell officiating.

Interment will take place at Memory Gardens of Rensselaer.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Rensselaer 500 Club.

Fred will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

To share condolences and/or memories, please visit www.jacksonfuneral.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Rensselaer Republican from Feb. 7 to Feb. 14, 2025.

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