erend Alvin Leo Tomlinson

1926 ∼ 2016

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of Saratoga, Texas went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday December 2, 2016. He was 90.

Brother Alvin was born July 8, 1926 in Saratoga, to Johnnie Robinson Tomlinson and Mattie Alice Biddle. He had moved from Crestone, Colorado in 1983 to Saratoga, where he had lived most of his life.

He had earned his Bachelor Of Science Degree and was a school teacher and had taught at West Hardin Independent School District for many years. He had also worked as an oilfield worker, and was a Southern Baptist Minister and a WW II U.S. Navy Veteran and member of West End Baptist Church of Saratoga.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life wife, Lucille ' Lou' Tomlinson who left him on July 13, 2014. Sons, Dana Tomlinson and Brad Tomlinson. Brothers, Basil Tomlinson, Johnnie Tomlinson, and sister, Geraldine Peco.

Brother Alvin is survived by his brother, Calvin ' Pee Wee' Tomlinson and wife Billie Jean of Saratoga. Grandchildren are Tamera, Emily, Chana, Zach, Stad and Brenna. Great Grandchildren: 9.

A service of remembrance will be held on Tuesday December 6, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. at The First Assembly of God Church in Saratoga, with Grandson, Zach Tomlinson and Pastor Keith de la Moriniere of West End Baptist Church officiating. Interment will follow at Old Hardin cemetery in Kountze.

There will be a gathering of family and his many friends on Monday December 5, 2016 from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at First Assembly of God Church of Saratoga.

Serving as pallbearers are Bubba Tomlinson, Chris Ronalder, Zach Tomlinson, Stad Tomlinson, Emily Tomlinson, Acy Creel, Jerrami Huitt, and Ed Holland.

Honorary pallbearers are Calvin ' Pee Wee' Tomlinson, Hayden Tomlinson, A.J. Ashworth, Johnathan Hollen, Gavin Huitt, and Luke Tomlinson.

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Ernest Mills December 6, 2016

I first met Alvin when I was directing music at Tyrell Park Baptist Church in Beaumont and he came as pastor. (My wife was on the pastor search committee that went to Sunset, LA and asked him to be our pastor). He and I served the Lord together for many years at Tyrell Park as well as leading many revivals throughout southeast Texas... Oh the stories I could tell you about those times we shared.. We were blessed by Lou, Dana and Brad.. Such a wonderful family and to know that they are all back together again brings joy to my heart.. What a wonderful reunion they had Friday !!! Just this past Sunday we were out with friends and I shared some of the experiences Alvin and I had together (not knowing that Alvin had already gone home) and we all shared a few laughs. I was also blessed a few months ago when I actually talked to Alvin on the phone. It took some searching but I finally tracked him down after 50 years.. He remembered some of our good times and enjoyed catching up again... He still blessed my heart after all these years. I look forward to seeing him again when I took take up residence in Heaven... God bless you My friend. Ernest Mills

Rossie Coker December 5, 2016

Brother Alvin and his wife Lou were very special to us, He was our pastor at Beauxart Gardens Baptist Church, He was our neighbor and friend and was always there when we needed his wisdom. After his leaving our church, we would see him and Lou in Beaumont shopping and also at Doctor Offices. He also was a pastor at Dolen, Texas where many of our friends and relatives attended. So, we were able to visit that church and hear him preach again, and there were a funeral he preached for Ken's uncle. He was a happy man and I smile every time of think of him. I am sorry for the family he has left, but we all know where he is. Just last week, he came to my thoughts as I was doing my Christmas cards. I was sad when I saw he had passed, but happy for him too. It is my regret that I will not be able to attend his service, but he and his family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Marie Murphy December 5, 2016

Marie Murphy lit a candle in memory of Reverend Alvin Leo Tomlinson

Marie Murphy December 5, 2016

Bro. Alvin, it's hard to keep a straight face even hearing his name. He taught my dad, when he was in school. When in middle school, he was my history teacher. I don't recall a passing day that he didn't have a new joke to share with his students. So in an effort to share with my parents what all I had learned in school that day. Everyday I came home with a new joke. My mother would get so mad, 'Do you learn anything in that class'. Yes, he taught us well. I think it was the preacher, coming out in him in his role as teacher. He had to open with a joke. He was a kind, gentle soul. There was never a time that I crossed paths with him after High School that he didn't say Hello. He always wore that smile as a calling card or had a funny face on standby. He helped to show me to work hard but to never take life too seriously. Laughter is the best medicine, it's the same in all languages as he would say. There is no doubt as to where he is. I'm just thankful that I knew such a wonderful man, who was a wonderful example of a Christian because he loved everyone.

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Elaine Kellum December 5, 2016

Very kind and generous heart. Was a great friend to my grandparents Cecil and Pauline Spears. We will miss that smile

Rossie December 4, 2016

Rossie lit a candle in memory of Reverend Alvin Leo Tomlinson

Sharon Marcontell December 4, 2016

Bro. Alvin was a special person to me and my parents. He went to school with Mom and was friends with Mom and Dad. I met him in a college class and he recognized my name. He married my best friend and also me. I bought him a poinsettia and M&Ms to take to him but he passed before I delivered them. He was always happy and when he and Lou attended our church, we enjoyed them so much. I will miss him. He was truly a man of God.

Angel Leal December 4, 2016

Angel Leal lit a candle in memory of Reverend Alvin Leo Tomlinson

Jean Caruthers December 3, 2016

Alvin was so special to me and my family. He and my mother, grew up in Saratoga where sister and I were born. He and Lou were dear friends as long as I can remember . He has married and buried many of my family. I will always miss him but know he is now with Lou, Peas, my Sissy , Joe, Gram and many others that he lead to the Lord, Rejoice with the Lord, Alvin until we meet again ! Prayers for comfort and peace to all that are grieving this loss. Jean Hooks Jones Caruthers

Diana Guynes Riley December 3, 2016

Bro. Alvin was my School Teacher, married me , buried most of my family. And still probably never actually knew how much he meant to our community. He was the sweetest person. He loved his Lou and you knew it. The list would be to long to remember all the good he has done. RIP Bro Alvin , your with your family now.

Jessica&Jason Browning December 3, 2016

Brother Alvin was the absolute sweetest, most genuine person you would ever want to meet. This community will certainly miss him.

Jeannie Evans December 3, 2016

Was so sorry to hear about Bro.Alvin's passing. He is a wonderful and loving person. A wonderful story teller,mentor,pastor,veteran and friend. My family and I have been blessed so much by him. He's such a blessing and is loved. Don and Jeannie Evans