Norwood G. Alfred

Norwood Garber Alfred, 86, died Tuesday, July 9, 2002, at Shenandoah Nursing Home in Fishersville, where he had been a resident since July, 2000.

Mr. Alfred was born Sept. 6, 1915, and was the only child of the late John William and Laura Garber Alfred.

Until two years ago, he had spent his entire life at his family homestead adjoining his farm in the Madrid community.

A graduate of New Hope High School, he was a lifelong member of Middle River Church of the Brethren, which had been founded by one of his ancestors.

Prior to World War II, he was employed at the DuPont Company in Waynesboro, but for most of his life, he devoted his time to farming and cattle raising. For many years, he farmed in partnership with L.R. "Dude" Western of New Hope.

Survivors include two second cousins.

The Rev. Chester L. Fisher will conduct a graveside service Thursday, 11 a.m., at Middle River Church of the Brethren near New Hope.

Memorial contributions may be sent to the church’s cemetery fund, c/o Middle River Church of the Brethren, Box 17, New Hope, Va., 24469.

The Lindsey Harrisonburg Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.