Sliefert, Alvin B. (1902-1964)

SLIEFERT, SMITH, MADSON, SHANNON, WEILAND

Posted By: Matt Collins (email)
Date: 12/13/2022 at 22:17:21

Page 5 of Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, published in Storm Lake, Iowa on Thursday, January 16th, 1964.

ALVIN BUSWELL SLIEFERT

Alvin Buswell Sliefert was born to Fred and Hattie Smith Sliefert September 15, 1902 and passed away suddenly at his home, 412 Superior, January 7 at the age of 61 years, 3 months, and 23 days. He grew to manhood and received his education in this community. He worked as a mechanic for Buena Vista County, Fitzpatrick Garage, and was a farm laborer before his employment at Hygrade the past 28 years. On July 30, 1937, he was united in marriage to Iva May Madson at the Sulphur Springs Presbyterian church. One son, Gaylord, was born to bless this home.

His parents, one brother, and a sister preceded him in death.

Survivors include his wife, Iva, a son, Gaylord, and daughter-in-law, Shelia, of Miles, Iowa; two sisters, Mildred (Mrs. Ross Shannon) and Ethel Weiland, two brothers, Lawrence and Carl; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.