Alva R. Luckenbill

Alva R. Luckenbill, 106, of Hamburg died Monday, December 11, 2017 at the Orwigsburg Center, Orwigsburg, Pa. She was born in Strausstown, the daughter of the late George W. and Marguerite R. (Wagner) Spengler. She was predeceased by her husband, Carl J. Luckenbill on January 14, 1973.

Alva worked at Anthony's Hosiery Mill for several years as a looper. She also enjoyed being a caregiver in her home for working mothers' children for many years. Alva also enjoyed traveling around the world. She enjoyed quilting and needle work. She was a member of Zion's Blue Mountain U.C.C. in Strausstown.

She is survived by her daughter, Margaret C. Luckenbill at home, her son, Michael C., husband of Ruth Ann Luckenbill, Hamburg, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by eight brothers and sisters.

            The family would like to thank the staff at the Orwigsburg Center for taking such good care of Alva.

            Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at Zion's Blue Mt. U.C.C., 6573 Old Route 22,

Strausstown. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in Strausstown Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be sent to the church at P.O. Box 98, Strausstown, Pa. 19559.

The Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Inc., Hamburg is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.burkeydriscoll.com.