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        Alvin G. McDaniel, 77, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at his home in Caseyville, IL.

        He was born on July 21, 1947, in Walnut Ridge, AR, to Alvin D. and Stella (nee McKiou) McDaniel. On February 12, 1966, he married the love of his life, Sharon Goolsby.

        For 32 years, Alvin worked for the railroad, dedicating his life to hard work and providing for his family. Outside of work, he was an avid hunter who found joy and peace in the great outdoors. But above all else, Alvin cherished his family. He was a man of deep love and unwavering devotion, always putting his loved ones first.

        He is preceded in death by his parents, Alvin D. and Stella McDaniel.

        Alvin is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Sharon McDaniel; children, Chad McDaniel, Gary (Dawn) McDaniel; grandchildren, Garritt, Kayla, Myah; sisters, Avonna Hendrix, Lana Smith, Brenda Lynch; brothers, Noel McDaniel, Calvin McDaniel, Harlan McDaniel.

        Kassly-Meridith Funeral Home, Collinsville, IL.

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      1. Thomas &Cindy oconnor / March 27, 2025 at 7:02 pm

        Tuesday I lost my best friend Alvin Gary McDaniel, A lost that will change my World and sadden the rest of my. Life .The world was a better place with Gary in it,
        My condolences to family and many friends
        Rest in piece my Friend

        Thomas and Cindy OConnor

      2. MANDY LYNN WELMON-Ludgate / March 27, 2025 at 7:06 pm

        Gary has known me from knee high. Very hard to say goodbye. Very good man. I will miss see him and joking over fb. Fly high friend. No more pain.

      3. Michael Smith / March 27, 2025 at 7:55 pm

        I looked up to this man, he always kept us laughing and was so caring. We will miss you Uncle Gary

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