October 7, 1947 - July 26, 2023

Alvin Eugene Harris was born October 7, 1947, in Rushville, Neb., and died July 26, 2023, in Hot Springs, S.D. 

Alvin married Dayle Harper on October 14, 1967. He served in the US Army and was a Vietnam combat veteran.

Alvin loved his God, family, and country. His journey included being a railroad machinist, farmer, and rancher. He had a brilliant mind and could fix anything or invent a part that would work.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Dayle Harris; sons, Bruce and Dean; brothers, Lenoard and Tim; sister-in-law, Vickie Thompson; brother and sister-in-law, Bevin & Donna Avent; seven precious grandchildren and many friends from all over the country.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Genevieve Harris; father and mother in laws, Don and Joyce Harper; son, Jay Harris; grandsons, Zane Jay Harris and Aaron Harris and niece, Leslie Harris.

Arrangements have been placed under the care of Chamberlain McColley’s Funeral Home in Hot Springs, S.D.