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LESTER DAVID CHRONINGER

Lester David Chroninger, 80, of Alpena passed away Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, at The Country House in Ossineke.

Dave was born on Feb. 10, 1937, in Ossineke to the late Lester and Jean (Pake) Chroninger. On June 22, 1957, he married Janet J. Kinsel. He served in the United States Army National Guard for seven years. Dave was an active member of Grace Lutheran Church and served as its custodian following his retirement from Fletcher Paper Company. Dave was known for his jovial spirit and big heart for people and for animals. He loved the great outdoors, listening to jazz, and most importantly, spending time with his family.

Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Janet; three children, Peggy Tomaszewski, Doug (Staci) Chroninger, Amy (David) Chidester; and a sister, Candis VanAcker. He was the proud Papa of Kaitlyn, Taylor, Rachel, Douglas, and Allison (fiance Trey).

Memorial visitation will take place at Grace Lutheran Church on Friday, Sept. 29, from 4-8 p.m. Visitation will continue on Saturday, Sept. 30, at Grace Lutheran Church from 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m. memorial service with Rev. Thomas Orth officiating.

Inurnment: Grace Lutheran Cemetery

Memorials: Grace Lutheran Church or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.