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Alfred Von Dran Obituary
PLAINS — Alfred (Al or Freddy) Von Dran II died Thursday, Sept. 14, 2017, in the ambulance on his way to Geisinger Hospital Plains. His parents were Barbara Von Dran and the late Dr. A.H. Von Dran, of Bear Creek Village.
Freddy was an Eagle Scout, a third-year medical student, accomplished horseman and as his late brother in-law, Ralph English, described: He was the definition of a perfect gentleman.
He is survived by his three children: Kirsten Von Dran and daughter, Paige, Valerie Bailey (Brian) and daughters, Briana and McKenna, and son, Bill Von Dran (Melissa) and children, Ethan and Emma; Barbara Von Dran (mother), Billi English (sister) and former wife, Terri Winters.
If desired, donations may me made to the Hope Center, a nonprofit medical and dental resource for those in need. The Hope Center is located on 205 Main St., Luzerne , Pa. 18709. A memorial celebration will be held at Freddy's home, the Bischwind, from 2 to 5 p.m. on Oct. 29 located on Route 115 in Bear Creek Village.
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September 18, 2017
So sorry to learn about the passing of your father. Please comfort one another through prayer and may all the loving memories you've shared together of your father and grandfather bring smiles to your faces and comfort your hearts. May God sustain you at this time of such great loss. (Psalms 145:14,19)
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