Elvin Francis Old passed away at home with his family March 15, 2021. He was born April 12, 1937 in North Carolina to Eddie and Elsie.
He was an avid hunter, farmer, ballplayer, and loved baseball (fav. NYY) He provided for 3 generations of family and did anything for his loved ones. His sense of humor and ability to start a conversation will be missed.
He was predeceased by his parents, wife Linda, daughter Denise, 2 infants, grandson Justin, brother Billie and sister Sylvia.
Left to cherish his memories are daughter Sheila (Jim); grandsons Jason and Spencer; sisters Lucy (Ike) and Reena; brother E.W (Marie) and many more.
A visitation will be held 12-1PM, service starting at 1PM on March 19, 2021 at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 929 S. Battlefield Blvd. in Chesapeake.
Elvin was a good friend, a good man that will truly be missed by a multitude of people, especially his family. To know Elvin was a pure delight. Elvin was a gentle caring man who touched a many life during his lifetime. It could be said he never met a stranger for he could talk with just about anyone. I was lucky enough to have spent so time with him, talking to him hours on end Elvin loved to talk not doubt. We traded hunting dogs went on trips to buy hunting dogs. We took trip to the N.C.Mountains to buy some. Elvin knew a good dog just by looking at it. To really know Elvin you had to spend some time with him. I would have to say he was one of my favorite friends and I am very particular whom I call a favorite friend. He had my highest respect because of what he had endured growing up and all the other people he had to care for.I know he’s resting with the Lord and all his worries are over and he’s in heaven. May the family be blessed to have had Elvin in their family, may the family be comforted at this time we pray in the name of the lord. Rest in peace Elvin…
I have many fond memories of my Uncle Elvin. We played ball in his yard and Grandma and Granddaddy’s yard too. We went swimming in Hunter’s pond and he took turns throwing my brother, cousins, and me in the water. As we got older, I visited him when he wasn’t getting out much. He was a wonderful uncle. I will miss him.