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1948 - 2023
Alan Eugene Fannin
WHEELERSBURG-Alan Eugene Fannin, 75, of Wheelersburg, passed away Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at SOMC Hospice in Portsmouth. Alan was born April 24, 1948 in Portsmouth to the late Edward Fannin and Rosemary Treat Fannin. Alan graduated in 1966 from Wheelersburg High School. He served in the Air Force from 1968 -1972 leaving the service with the rank of Staff Sargent. After serving in the Air Force, he began working at Haverhill Chemical Plant, retiring after 38 years. Alan was of Methodist faith. He served as a Volunteer Fireman for 35 years at Porter Township, serving in various leadership positions. Anyone who met Alan found a kind and generous man. He was a gifted mechanic that many family, friends and neighbors depended on to fix stuff, as it was noted he could fix anything. He enjoyed local history, collecting antiques and was passionate about gas engines and tractors. Also, he enjoyed everything about railroads and Bluegrass music from time spent with his dad and son who shared the same hobbies. In his spare time, he could be found in his building surrounded by his “stuff” or at his son’s farm. He was quiet but known for his humor delivered in a quick one-liners when least expected. He will be missed by his loving family and many friends. In addition to his parents, Alan was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, John Mullins of Ironton. Alan is survived by his wife, Betsy Mullins Fannin, whom he married September 12, 1970 in Wheelersburg, OH. Alan is also survived by a son, Chad & Shelly Fannin; a daughter, Cara & Richer Malboeuf, granddaughters, Molly & Austin Nichols and Katie & Kenny Williams; a grandson, Brady Fannin; sister and brother-in-law, Merilee (Fannin) and Randy Duncan of Wheelersburg; brothers and sister-in law, Terry and Betty Fannin of Wheelersburg, Dave and Amber Fannin of California, Maryland and Kevin Fannin of Lake Placid, Florida and a brother and sister-in-law Jill and Harold Mullins of Waverly, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, the family requests Memorial contributions be made in Alan’s name to SOMC Hospice in Portsmouth.
Services for Alan will be 7:00 pm Friday, August 4, 2023 at Harrison-Pyles Funeral Home in Wheelersburg. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday from 4:00 pm until the 7:00 pm service. Entombment with be at Memorial Burial Park with Military Rites provided by American Legion, James Dickey Post #23. Condolences to the family may be made a www.harrison-pyles.com.
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There are currently 13 condolences.
Paul Pride
Saturday August 5, 2023 at
10:28 PM
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Condolences to Kevin and the entire Fannin family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers today and in those difficult days ahead. May His peace comfort you in this time of loss.
Paul Pride
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Deborah Artrip
Friday August 4, 2023 at
5:55 PM
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Betsy and family. So sorry to hear about Alan. Such a nice guy. God Bless you and Prayers to all.
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Patty Hatfield
Friday August 4, 2023 at
4:26 PM
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So sorry for the Family's loss. I knew Alan and Betsy during my years with the Fire Department. Also knew Rosemary and the rest of the family. So sorry.
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Ronnie Sims
Friday August 4, 2023 at
1:00 PM
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to Chad and the entire family at this difficult time...
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Ed and Becky Newman Thiel
Friday August 4, 2023 at
11:08 AM
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Ed and I are so sorry to learn of Alan’s passing. He was such a quiet and gentle man whose contributions to this world were far reaching. We are praying for His peace and comfort to envelope his family through these difficult days.
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Teresa Schweinsberg
Thursday August 3, 2023 at
11:30 PM
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I’m so sorry to hear of Alan’s passing for Betsy and all of his siblings. Alan’s service to the Wheelersburg Community while we lived there will never be forgotten. What a wonderful tribute in the obituary, Betsy. Praying for you all!
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Anna E. Davis
Thursday August 3, 2023 at
2:37 PM
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Betsy, Chad, and Cara and families, so very sorry to hear of this. He sounds like wonderful person to have known, and wonderful husband and father...he must have had so much pride and joy in you. Sincerely, Anna
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John Balmer
Thursday August 3, 2023 at
9:22 AM
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So sorry for the loss of Alan, he was a special friend and co-worker. Al will be greatly missed. Our prayers and thoughts are that God will comfort you!
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Monica Bradbury Kinder
Thursday August 3, 2023 at
2:36 AM
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Alan was so sweet and awesome. I'm quite fond of Mrs F (Betsy) as I call her and I know how much she loved him. During the power outtage in the summer, they offered me their guest room to stay. Alan was such a gentleman. A kind, sweet, funny soul. I thought he was pretty amazing. High praise from one who is wary of the male species. I will be thinking of the Fannins. My condolences ho to you all.
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Mike and Margaret Shaw
Thursday August 3, 2023 at
1:19 AM
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Mike and I are so very sorry for all of you. Losing a loved one is very difficult. May the Lord bless and comfort each of you and give you peace.
Blessing to all,
Mike and Margaret Shaw
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Margaret Kidd
Wednesday August 2, 2023 at
7:25 PM
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Betsey,so sorry for your loss.Allan was a very nice guy.Prayers for you and your family .🙏♥️
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Tim Burton
Wednesday August 2, 2023 at
6:12 PM
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I’m sorry to hear of Alan’s long illness & passing. I know that Betty would want to be with you & the family at this time. I hope you have many good memories to hold for ever.
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John & Mary Huff
Wednesday August 2, 2023 at
4:53 PM
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Betsy, we are so sorry to learn of your loss. While no words are adequate, please know that you and your family are in ourthoughts and prayers.
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