01-27-1935 to 04-29-2025
On January 27, 1935, Mr. Alvan O. Ringer Sr. was born to the parentage of Mr. William C. Ringer and Hazel Steele in Fort Worth, Texas.
At an early age, Alvan and his mother were united as a family with Reverend John Amos Lyons and moved to Terrell, Texas. He united with Shiloh Baptist Church, where his father would assume the pastorship.
Alvan attended the Burnett School System and graduated in the class of 1953. That
same year, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving as a Medic. He was a lead singer of a band that entertained servicemen and women.
After completing his service, Alvan earned an associates degree and L.V.N. certification after returning to Terrell. He would use his skills to work for Terrell State Hospital and Renaissance Hospital. Alvan continued his medical profession throughout the years until retirement.
In later years, Alvan would unite with Bethlehem Baptist Church and under Reverend Rollersons pastorship, serving as Chairman of the Deacon Board for more than thirty years and Chairman Emeritus at the time of his homegoing.
In his Golden Years, Alvan renewed an old friendship from his time at Burnett High School. He fell in love and married Mary Hall Tavares. Their holy matrimony took place on February 22, 2017.
He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Hazel, his “Daddy”, John Amos
Lyons, and his son, Tilford Young.
Alvan leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife, Mary, his children, Alvan O. Ringer Jr., Scyvonda Wilcott, Fonda Davis (Edward), Vernetta Young, Tammy Spencer, Grandchildren, Great-grandchildren, blended and extended family members, and many friends.
Services: Public Viewing: Friday, May 9, 2025 5-7 DuBose Funeral Home
Celebration Service: Saturday, May 10, 1025 @ 10:00 AM
Bethlehem BC-Terrell, Texas
Burial: DFW National Cemetery-Dallas