Alvin Lawrence Stear, 78, of Marion Center, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023. He was born in Smicksburg on January 9, 1945 to the late Lawrence and Ruth (McCormick) Stear.

Alvin was a self-employed truck driver for many years, he was a 1962 graduate of Marion Center High School, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping.

He is survived by his brother Barry (Sue) Stear of Marion Center; sister-in-law Glenda Stear of Louisville; KY; six nephews, one niece and many cousins.

Besides his parents, Alvin is preceded in death by his step-father Frank Fulton, brother Roger Stear as well as an infant brother Gary Stear.

The family wishes to thank the caregivers and staff of Crystal Waters for the loving care they gave Alvin over the years.

At Alvin's request, all services will be private and have been entrusted to the care of the Bowser Minich Funeral Home, Indiana. Burial will take place in Smicksburg Cemetery, Smicksbrurg.