I am sad to inform you that Victoria passed away this afternoon after a gallant fight with cancer. My heart is broken and I miss her so very much already. I could go on and on but maybe another day.
Thank all of you for you prayers, concerns, and well wishes. They were felt and gave us courage for the year and half battle. Please continue to pray for us so our family can heal.
There is nothing we can say right now to make it better,but having gone though it not long ago I know how he feels. May she rest in peace.God knows best.
_____________ Floyd
If we choose being kind over being right,we will be right every time. Knowledge is a poor substitute for experience. Remember what is precious to another, may not be to you, but it is precious nonetheless.
Alvin you and Victoria are in our thoughts. So sorry for your loss.
A day without laughter is a day wasted- Charlie Chaplin When wrestling a grizzly bear, you have to keep at it until the bear gets tired, not when you get tired. 1948 Chevy 2-Ton
My heart is heavy Alvin. My prayers for you and your family.
Save a life, adopt a senior shelter pet. The three main causes of blindness: Cataracts, Politics, Religion. Name your dog Naked so you can walk Naked in the park.
Alvin, deepest condolences from Vicki and I. She will be missed by everyone that were blessed to meet her.
Don & Vicki King
1967 GMC 9500 Fire Ladder Truck "The Flag Pole" In the Stovebolt Gallery '46 2-Ton grain truck | '50 2-ton flatbed | '54 Pontiac Straight Eight | '54 Plymouth Belvidere | '70 American LaFrance pumper fire truck | '76 Triumph TR-6 Of all the things I've lost in my life, I miss my mind the most!
Been sitting here processing this for a couple of hours. It's hard to express the sorrow one feels when friends are hurting. Victoria hurt for a long time and now has eternal relief. Heartfelt condolences to Alvin and family and of course continued prayers. RIP Miss Victoria!
Martin & Kathy
Martin '62 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed (Restomod in progress) '47 Chevy 3100 5 Window (long term project) ‘65 Chevy Biscayne (Emily) ‘39 Dodge Business Coupe (Clarence) “I fought the law and the law won" now I are a retired one! Support those brave men/women who stand the "Thin Blue Line"! Hug a cop! USAF 1965-1969 Weather Observation Tech (I got paid to look at the clouds)
Alvin, what can I say, I am so very sorry to read this, Victoria fought a valiant fight for a long time and you were right beside her all the way supporting her! I am so glad I got to meet you both on your trip out here we all had such a good time meeting you both and making great memories! I can't imagine what you must be going through right now, but know that you are in our thoughts. Try your best to hang in there, we all appreciate what you do here for all of us. All our love Bobb and Bernice
Just seeing this. Oh Alvin... she was really putting up a hell of a fight. Like Martin, this will take some time to process but know you have many friends who are crying with you. Strength to you, my friend, for the hours ahead.
J&P
~ John
"We are not now that strength which in old days Moved earth and heaven; that which we are, we are"
1948 International Farmall Super A 1949 Chevrolet 3804 In the Legacy Gallery | In the Gallery Forum 1973 IH 1310 Dump 2001 International/AmTran RE3000 "Skoolie" 2014 Ford E-350 4x4 (Quigley)
so sorry for your loss, will continue praying for you and crying with you from this side of the country. Praying for strength and God's peace that passes all understanding!
I am sitting here with a tear in my eye, but I hearken back to all of your posts about the battle you two went through, and I have never witnessed such courage, bravery and positive attitude in two people in my life. She was a strong-willed lady, and you were the model of models of a good husband. This may not provide much to ease your pain, but your story has been an inspiration to me, and I only hope that I will be as strong as either of you two should I face similar adversity. And for that, I thank you. Carl
1952 5-window - return to "as built" condition | 1950 3100 with a 235 and a T-5 transmission
Alvin, You and your family are our heart and mind. A good heart has stopped beating, a good soul ascended to heaven. Our condolences on the passing of your beloved Victoria. We are honored and blessed to have known Victoria. She was a gracious lady. We offer you our thoughts, prayers and well-wishes during this dark time in your life. May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. May God give you the peace that you seek. Your friends, Harold & Billie Hodnett
Oh Alvin....Tanja and I are so saddened by the news. We are very blessed to have known Victoria and just the couple of times we were together, we felt that we had been friends for much longer. Tanja & I are close like you & Victoria and would be lost apart from each other. That being said, please know that you & your family are in our prayers and may God grant you the strength and peace necessary for getting through this difficult journey. Your Friends up North, Doug & Tanja
Alvin,i'm not here as often as I should be but i'm so sorry to hear this,Trevor Jensen told me the sad news this morning. Our sincerest condolences,you're in our thoughts at this tough time. Your friends from across the ocean. John and Caroline.
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1950 Chevy Advance Design 3100 in Scotland In the Stovebolt Gallery More pix on Flickr. I've definately got this truck thing in my blood ... my DNA sequence has torque settings "Of all the small nations of this earth,perhaps only the ancient Greeks surpass the Scots in their contribution to mankind" Winston Churchill.
I am so sorry to hear this news. You and your family are in our prayers.
SWEET Sergeant At Arms: Old Dominion Stovebolt Society BUNS?!?!?!Where we're going, we don't need no buns..... 1950 GMC 450 1951 Chevy 1/2-Ton The GreenMachine In the Stovebolt Gallery
Alvin, although I never met Victoria in person, I feel the love and light she gives just from looking at the picture in her obituary. My prayers are with you and your family.
~ Victor 1941 3/4-Ton Pickup (in process). Read about it in the DITY Gallery 1955 Grumman Kurbside "Doughboy" 235/3 on tree w/ OD 1957 3100 - moved on 1959 C4500 Short Bus "Magic Bus" - moved on 1959 G3800 1 Ton Dually "Chief" - moved on 1958 C4400 Viking "Thor" ~ moved on to fellow Bolter
Alvin, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace and comfort in God and know that His loving arms are wrapped around her, welcoming her home. Samantha
Martin, Thank You for letting this stay in the Spoon until Saturday morning.
My report... We had a wonderful service today for a very compassion lady. Her integrity, character and compassion was well spoken of. I would never have dreamed how much closer we became during the pass year and half during this battle with a deadly disease of Leukemia. A battle that we thought we had finally won but an infection and a couple other issues prevented it. She fought like a true warrior and never complained. Oh, if I could have that strength. She knew her Savior very well. Carried his word everywhere we went. After a couple days I have found some peace in knowing she is now having a wonderful reunion with here dad, who recently passed and her mother who she missed for years. She is now at peace too.
To all my Stovebolt buddies, all over the world who sent up prayers and letters WE both thank you. Many of you she knew well and looked forward to our next gathering. She spoke of you and never, never spoke a bad word of you or anyone else. Such and elegant lady! I miss her, I am sad and heart broken but the pass year and half has been a blessing. to care for such a wonderful lady only caused us to love each other more.
She is not here now, but she is not, and will never be forgotten.
Alvin, I am truly saddened by this news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Victoria was a true fighter, her courage and strength was more than most of us could muster.
