*Allan Altnow, of Alexandria, Minn., passed away on Jan. 2, 2015. Al was born Oct. 12, 1927 to Herbert and Edna Lind Altnow. Allan was baptized into the Lutheran faith on Nov. 13, 1927 at St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Gaylord, Minn. He was confirmed in his faith on March 29, 1942 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Arlington, Minn. On Nov. 15, 1958, he and Stella Mae Voehl were united in marriage at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Worthington, Minn.

Al graduated from Arlington High School in 1945 after receiving letters in four sports. After serving 13 months in the United States Navy in World War II he enrolled at St. Olaf College. Al graduated from St. Olaf College in 1950. He then did post- graduate work at the University of Cincinnati.

Al’s work experience in chemical manufacturing plants encompassed every step from shift foreman to plant manager.

Al was active member of his church and enjoyed many church activities. He chaired several committees, including Stewardship, Evangelism, Lay Ministry, Salary, and Fiscal Planning. Al was the St. Louis Zone LLL Secretary. He also was President of Concordia Congregation in Kirkwood, MO. He participated in many Bible studies.

Hospitality was an important aspect of Al’s life. Al liked entertaining and was always the life of the party. His smile would light up a room as he told one of his funny stories. All loved to make people laugh. He was always the fun uncle.

Al was an amateur photographer and found life interesting. He liked to educate himself on new ideas. Music was also important in his life; he enjoyed listening to jazz, gospel, and big band music.

At was preceded in death by his father and mother, as well as a brother-in-law, Lorence Voehl ’50. He is survived by his wife and greatest joy, Stella Altnow. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews.