Alvin Weiberg

February 24, 2012 - September 12, 2012

Alvin Weiberg, age 66, of Bakersville, NC died Sept 12, 2012 in Bakersville. Alvin was born Feb. 24, 1948 in Hebron and graduated Alden-Hebron High School in 1964. Following his discharge from the US Navy, he returned home to marry Barbara M. Markee on April 5, 1966 at the Hebron Presbyterian Church (presently the Hebron Library). He worked at Woodstock Die Cast and when it became slow, he worked in the die cast industry in Sheboygan for over 27 years. Hearing of a new plant opening in Glasgow, KY, he became lead worker for five years until his health failed and he ended up with blood clots that eventually caused him to have his right leg amputated. While recovering, he moved near his sister and family to Bakersville. He enjoyed camping, mountain music and working with wood. Alvin joined the Buladean Presbyterian Church. There he helped restore the church following storm damage, including building a beautiful large wooden cross for the altar. He requested to have his funeral at the church. Alvin is survived by his wife Barbara, a daughter, two sons and their families, two sisters and a brother and their families. He was preceded by a younger sister who died of cancer, which was a great loss. His mother-in-law and her companion live in Hebron and also Hebron Rd. Alvin usually called her "Ma Todd". He is also survived by many relatives and friends. He will be greatly missed. Services and inurnment will be in Bakersville, NC as per family wishes.