Alvin Samuel Bauch, 91, of Morganton, passed away suddenly at Frye Regional Hospital on Saturday, December 10, 2022.
Alvin was born May 5, 1931, in McLean County, North Dakota, a son of the late Alec and Louise Bauch. He was a great encourager. He loved to witness and share his faith, and he was always handing out tracts. Alvin had a heart of service, especially for children. He served faithfully with Child Evangelism Fellowship for over 33 years and also at Gospel Ministries to Children.
He was preceded in passing by his parents; wife, Maybeth Muir; and a brother, Roy Bauch.
Those left to cherish his memory include a son, David Bauch (Darlene) of Valdosta, Georgia; daughters, Bonnie Barrett (Jeff) of Liberty, SC, and Carolyn Lloyd (Larry) of Morganton, North Carolina; grandchildren, Melissa Raulerson (Eric) of Crestview Florida, Bethany Rochester (Stephen) of Seneca, South Carolina, Abigail (Tommy), and Alan Bauch of Valdosta, Georgia; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, December 22, 2022 at the Chapel of Heritage Funeral Service with Rev. Jeff Barrett officiating.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1:00 PM until 2:00 P.M. Thursday at Heritage Funeral Service.