Alvin Greener

Alvin “Al” Lloyd Greener, age 70, of Clam Falls, passed away on April 20, 2016. Al was born on May 16, 1945 in Clam Falls, Wisconsin to parents, Robert and Corinne (Ebner) Greener. Al spent his life growing up in Clam Falls. He attended and graduated from Frederic public schools in 1963. After graduation, Al farmed for his mother on their small family dairy farm. Al spent a great portion of his life proudly serving his country in various branches of the military. He enlisted in United States Marines Reserves in 1967, the United States Navy in 1991, the Air National Guard in 1986, and the United States Air Force in 1973, until his honorable discharge and retirement in 2003. On July 20, 1968, Al was united in marriage to Joyce (Lang) at the St. Dominic’s Catholic Church in Frederic. Together, they raised five children. Al will always be remembered as being a “talker”, he loved visiting and spending time with family and friends. Over the years, Al was known to grow a variety of plants and crops, some of which included: strawberries, potatoes, sweet corn and apple trees. He enjoyed being outdoors, deer hunting, bird watching, playing cards, trips to the casino, and spending time with his grandchildren, whom he loved dearly. Preceding Al in death are his parents; grandson, Curtis; siblings, Ardell, Kenny, Wanda, Claire, and Gloria; and his companion, “Dippy” the chocolate lab. Al is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Joyce Greener; children, Vincent (Tonia) Greener, Charlie (Lora) Greener, Audry Greener, Tony Greener and Andy Greener; grandchildren, Brittany, Raven, Oliver, Henry, Ethan, Lexi and Chet; and siblings, Marvin, Rayola, Bob, Bonnie and Glen. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at 1:00PM (visitation from 12:00PM – 1:00PM) at St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Frederic with Pastor Freddie Kirk officiating. Full military honors will immediately follow the service.  Interment will be held on Monday, April 25, 2016 at 11:00AM at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spooner. Arrangements have been entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Webster.