Alva was born in Mansfield, Ohio to J. Chester and Sadie (Cullella) Wharton. Alva was an engineer at Tappan, and retired as a supervisor from Design Metal. He was a member of the local Moose Lodge. A love for softball, Alva enjoyed playing and coaching. He was a member of the ski patrol, and spent many hours enjoying the slopes. His hobbies also included watching westerns, golfing, fishing and woodworking.
He is survived by his wife, Sharon Morris Wharton; his children, Craig Wharton, Sherri Zeigler, Mindy Mathews, Vicki Montgomery and Brian (Beth) Lunsford; numerous grandchildren and honorary grandchildren; and other cherished family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and son, Jeffery Lunsford.
Family and friends may visit from 10:00-11:00 am on Thursday, February 2, 2023 at Wappner Funeral Directors-Ontario, 100 S. Lexington Springmill Road. Celebrant Mark Dettmer will officiate the service beginning at 11:00 am. Alva will be laid to rest at Mansfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors In Action Foundation, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the Alzheimer’s Association, Dementia Society of America, or Southern Care Hospice.
The family wishes to extend special thanks to caregivers; Ella and Jeneen.
Wappner Funeral Directors-Ontario is honored to serve the family.
