Alvin G. Mcdaniel

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.