Alvin W. Ahlers' Obituary
Alvin W. Ahlers, 80 yrs., of Columbia, IL, passed away at Columbia Rehab. and Nursing Center, Columbia, IL. He was born in Freeburg, IL, the son of the late William and Eunice (Wilderman) Ahlers.
Alvin was retired from Ameren - Union Electric, St. Louis, MO, and was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Columbia, IL. He had served in the U.S. Army and was a Veteran of the Korean War. His family was his greatest passion. Throughout his life he worked hard, helped friends and neighbors whenever needed.He was married to Rose (Demick) Ahlers, who survives him. They were married for over 57 years.
Visitation
Wednesday, January 15, 2014, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Lawlor Funeral Home
ServicesWednesday, January 15, 2014, 1:00 pm Lawlor Funeral HomeColumbia, IL
Fr. Gary Hogan, officiating
Interment
Jefferson Barracks National CemeterySt. Louis, MO
Memorial Contribution Suggestions
American Cancer Society #5 Schiber Ct., Maryville, IL 62062, or
The Immaculate Conception Church Building Fund, 411 Palmer Road, Columbia, IL 62236
Survivors
Wife, Rose Marie Ahlers of Columbia, IL
Daughter, Glenda (Mark) Bugnitz of Lakeland, TN
Son, Brent W. Ahlers of Smithton, IL
Son, Jeffrey W. (Abby) Ahlers of Bloomington, IN
8 Grandchildren & 3 Great-Grandchildren
Sister, Leona Jung of Freeburg, IL
Brother, Kenneth Ahlers of Belleville, ILOther relatives and friends
Also Preceded In Death By
Sisters, Dorothy Griebel and Wilma Lentz
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