Born April 2, 1928, in Alleghany County, he was the son of Herman Fontaine and Christine Pearl (Irvine) Irvine.

Prior to retirement, he was employed by Lee’s Carpets in Glasgow for many years.

He was a long-time member of Christian Fellowship Baptist Church. Previously he was a member of Ridgeview Baptist Church, and more recently had attended Buffalo Gap Presbyterian Chapel.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Annette (LaRue) Irvine; a daughter, Deborah Hall; a sister, Lingle Hartbarger; and a grandson, Ricky Lowe.

Surviving are three children, Pamela Evans of Buena Vista, Jerry Irvine of Lexington, and Steven Irvine of Clifton Forge; two grandchildren; five greatgrandchildren; and one greatgreat- grandchild.

A graveside service was conducted Monday, Dec. 22, in Green Hill Cemetery, Churchville, by Pastor Don McClure.

Bear Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at bearfuneralhome. com.

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