Alan James Wadsworth

Alan “Al” James Wadsworth, age 71, of Amarillo, comfortably passed away on November 16, 2020. He was born November 26, 1948 to the late Albert James and Jacqueline Alyce (Stroth) Wadsworth in Gowanda, New York. Al proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from May 1967 until he was wounded in Vietnam and discharged in April 1969. He was a Master Mechanic at Owens Corning Fiberglass, where he worked for 39 years, transitioning from manpower to robots. He enjoyed drag racing, motorcycles, vintage cars, hot rods, and auto racing. On December 7, 1997 he married LaRue Sauls Blandford at Paramount Baptist Church in Amarillo. They later attended Hillside Christian Church. He will be deeply missed.

Al is survived by his loving spouse of almost 23 years, LaRue; two children, AJ (Lisa) and Allison; two grandchildren, Lauren and Alex; and many other loving family and friends. Per his wishes no services will be held. Contributions in Al’s honor may be made to the American Lung Association at https://www.lung.org/get-involved/ways-to-give or the Animal Rescue Shelter, Inc., 12500 S. FM 1541 Street, Amarillo, TX 79118.