Alvin R. Crocker was born on Dec. 16, 1934 in Sturgis, S.D., to Carrol Crocker and Hermaine Gallineaux. He passed away on Nov. 17, 2016 at his home in Oak Harbor.

Alvin was a Vietnam veteran who served in the United States Navy and ended his 15-year career as a senior chief petty officer. During his service, he earned a degree in advanced electronics and earned the United States Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Armed Forces Expedition Medal and the Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon.

Alvin had many interests and hobbies, such as building model airplanes and computers, bowling, football and playing different electronic games.

He is preceded in death by his first wife, Mellie Jo. He is survived by his wife Patricia A. Crocker; his son Bryan Crocker and his wife Vicki; and his brother Carrol Crocker.