Alvin Loyd Menie

Born in Porum, Oklahoma on June 25, 1943, he was the son of the late Othel H. Menie and Leona Maxine Boswell and stepson of Grady Winford Scott.

SGT Alvin L. Menie was proud of his service in the US Army and Vietnam, where he earned many medals and honors: National Defense Service Medal, Marksman/Expert (Rifle M-14, M-16), Vietnam Service Medal, two O/S Bars, and Vietnam Campaign Medal.

Al worked with the State as an Auditor with the Budget and Control Board and finally retired as an Auditor with the State Accident Fund in Worker’s Comp.

Al was an avid fisherman all his life and was known for saying “that would make a great fishing lure” and was also known for crediting his Cherokee Indian heritage for his “fishing skills”.

Al was larger than life and never met a stranger; he loved surprising his family not only with his colorful jokes or words but also by his generosity and gifts.

Al was dearly loved by his late wife, Rebecca Menie of 49 years; son, Todd and daughter-in-law, Traci Menie of Lexington; son, Adam and daughter-in-law, Josie Menie of Lexington; daughter, Erin and son-in-law, Justin Bates of West Columbia.

Al or sometimes-called “Porky” (not that he liked it) was the brother of the late Therin “Edward” Menie of Okmulgee; brother of the late Ruby Menie James of Sallisaw; and brother of the late Herold “Leroy” Menie of Webbers Falls, Oklahoma. Surviving extended family consists of Pamela Donelson and “Skip” Donelson of Fort Gibson; Ray Allen Maxwell of Sallisaw; and Callie Menie Connolly of Warner, Oklahoma.

Surviving are his eight grandsons and three granddaughters. His grandsons are Trevor, Gavin, Jonathan, Jadon, Jude, Korbin, Eli, and Thatcher. His granddaughters are Olivia, Anna, and Rylan. He was especially proud of all his children and grandchildren. He loved his family well.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.caughmanlexington.com for the Menie family.

Psalm 23

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.