Alvin McMichael

(Information obtained from Mary Ann Agnew)

 Alvin grew up in a musical family, himself learning to play the guitar and banjo.

His favorite past time, after work, was strumming the guitar.

 Alvin owned and operated McMichael Garage & Implement in Farnam, Nebraska

most of his adult life - only changing the location a couple of times; the last location being on Main Street in Farnam. He worked long, hard hours, six days a week. Many Sundays found him at his work place also. His quiet, easy-going manner made all who knew him gain much respect for him.

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Alvin McMichael

Alvin McMichael, 64, died Wednesday at the Gothenburg hospital. He was born Aug. 4, 1916 in Orafino, Nebr.

McMichael was a businessman in Farnam for 34 years, operating McMichael Garage and Implement. He was a member of the Farnam Volunteer Fire Department.

Survivors include his wife, Eva of Farnam; one son, Marvin of Gothenburg; three daughters, Edith (Mrs. Doug) Brouillette of Kearney, Betty (Mrs. Gary) Hogg of Kearney and Mary Ann (Mrs. Charles) Agnew of Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif.: seven sisters, Elma Calhoun of Yucaipa, Calif., Mary (Mrs. Les) Beck of Albuquerque, N.M., Velma (Mrs. Ben) Phillips of Lakehead, Calif., Mildred (Mrs. Harold) Adkisson of Farnam, Julia (Mrs. Ray) Schneider of Hermiston, Ore., Ruth (Mrs. Loren) Fisher of Ft. Morgan, Colo. and Ethel (Mrs. Zane) Craig of Hershey; three brothers, Rich of Farnam, Herb of Fort Morgan, Colo. and Clifford Jr. "Mike" of Hermiston, Ore.; and seven grandchildren.

Services were Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Nazarene Church in Farnam with the Rev. Harold Johnson officiating. Burial was in the Farnam Cemetery.

McVay Memorial was in charge of arrangements.

The Tri-City TRIB, Tuesday, June 9, 1981, Page 7-B

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GOOD OL' BOY

Who was a friend and helper to all, No matter how old or young, big or small? Who toiled from early in the morning until late at night, To make sure the job was done just right? Who accepted any task, no matter what size, And completed it well, to most people's surprise? Who was adept equally with a wrench, screwdriver, or welder, And could fix anything from a truck, to a lawnmower, Or a combine or a baler?

Sure, it was Al, a good ol' boy.

Who had the gift of a musical ear, And could play a tune that was pleasant to hear? Who loved the sound of any string instrument, And picked almost any tune after listening for a moment? Who could pick a mandolin, guitar and banjo, With many brothers and sisters that were musically talented, also?

Sure, it was Al, a good ol' boy.

When you had a minor adjustment made, Or a little bit of welding done. Who had this simple phrase, "Aw, that's alright, we'll get you another day?" Who was loved dearly as a husband, father, and grandfather, And equally as much as a son, uncle and brother?

Sure, it was Al, a good ol' boy.

One thing I have learned from Dad, In the many years that have passed, Is to make many friends and to make the friendships last. There is one thing that would make me happy and glad, And that is for my family and friends, To think I am a little bit like Dad.

A good ol' boy.

Written by: Marv McMichael

The Free Press, Wednesday, July 1, 1981