Alvin L. Farmer, 84, of Madisonville, KY formerly of Central City passed away at 5:20 p.m. on Monday, August 6, 2012 at Regional Medical Center in Madisonville.

He was born on June 5, 1928 in Golconda, IL to the late Martha and Clarence Farmer. He was a United States Army veteran serving during the Korean era and was recipient of the Purple Heart. He was a member of the VFW post 7975 and was formerly employed with Helse Jefferson Electrical Co. as a truck driver. He was of the Protestant faith.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Calvin Farmer and his son, Herschel Glenn Farmer.

He is survived by his wife of sixty-two years, Gladys Farmer; his son, Carl (Debra Jo) Farmer of Bethlehem, PA; his brother, Rex Farmer of Ohio; his nephew, Allen Farmer of Illinois and his niece, Sharon Farmer of Illinois.

Services and burial will be held at a later date. There will be no visitation. Harris Funeral Home in Madisonville is in charge of arrangements.

On line condolences may be made to the family at www.harrisfuneralinc.com.