Alvin Joe Eernisse, 65, Luverne, died Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2002, at Luverne Community Hospital of a heart attack.
Services were Saturday, Jan. 26, at American Reformed Church in Luverne. The Rev. David Sikkema officiated. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery, Luverne.
Alvin Eernisse was born to Joe and Jennie (Evink) Eernisse on Oct. 9, 1936, in Leota where he was raised. He attended Leota Community School. Following his education he worked for various farmers in the area.
He married Nina Mae Buss on Oct. 9, 1958, at Bethel Reformed Church in Leota. Following their marriage they lived on a farm near Rock Rapids, Iowa, for one year before moving near Kanaranzi. From there they lived on farms where he worked for various farmers near Magnolia, Rushmore, and Hardwick, before moving to Luverne in 1968. He began working for Hanson Silo where he did foundation work. He worked there until 1982 when he began working for the Rock County Pool and Fitness Center as a janitor. Later he worked for ServiceMaster where he worked until 1996 when he was forced to retire due to his health.
Mr. Eernisse was a member of American Reformed Church in Luverne. He enjoyed playing cards and board games. He also enjoyed doing crafts.
Survivors include his wife, Nina Mae Eernisse, Luverne; one brother, Darvin (Genevieve) Eernisse, Luverne; one brother-in-law, Paul (Noma) Buss, Ash Creek; and nieces, nephews and cousins.
Mr. Eernisse was preceded in death by his parents, one nephew and one niece.
Engebretson Funeral Home, Luverne, was in charge of arrangements.