Alvin Wanner Jr., age 70, of Glen Ullin, ND and Mott, ND passed away on Sunday, February 3, 2013 at the Marian Manor in Glen Ullin, ND.

Memorial services will be held at a later date as Alvin donated his body to the UND Medical School in Grand Forks, ND.

Alvin Wanner Jr. was born on July 26, 1942 in Mott, ND to Alvin Wanner Sr. and Phillapina (Marthaller) Wanner. He was raised on the farm and attended a local country school. Following his schooling, he continued to work on the farm 15 miles northwest of Mott.

He enjoyed the farm lifestyle, especially training horses. He was united in marriage to DeLores Mosbrucker. Following their marriage they moved to Lead, SD where Alvin worked in the mine for several years.

Alvin traveled around the country, working various construction and blue collar jobs. In Florida, Alvin had a near fatal accident, involving a hit and run driver. Following the accident, he returned to North Dakota and resided at the Marian Manor in Glen Ullin, ND. While at the Marian Manor, Alvin received world class care and everyone looked out for his health and welfare. He passed away there on Sunday, February 3, 2013.

He is survived by one son, Shawn; brothers, Simon (Regina) Wanner, Mandan, ND and Martin (MaryAnn) Wanner, Agency, IA; sister, Donna (Terry) Manolovits, Bowman, ND; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Alvin was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Sebastian Wanner; and one sister, Betty Beckler.