September 28, 1930 – September 13, 2024
Alan Hugh Myers, 93, passed away peacefully at his home on September 13, 2024, surrounded by his beloved family. He was born on September 28, 1930, to Chauncey and Edna Myers. Married 65 years to his wife, Barbara.
Alan was a lifetime member of the Gray Friends Church and an active participant in 4-H and FFA during his years at Carmel High School. He continued his education at Purdue University, earning a degree in Animal Science, and later received a master’s degree from Colorado State University. Alan’s passion for agriculture was evident throughout his life. At Oak View Farms, he raised Chester White hogs, Percheron horses, and Simmental cattle. Alan passed down his love for livestock to his children. Sharing the joy of riding horses to the white river, checking cattle, and riding sows during the morning feeding were a few of the daily events on the farm.
Alan was known for his lighthearted spirit and joking manner. He was always ready to pull a prank. During one of the routine cattle pregnancy checks on the farm, he decided to sneak in a steer with all the heifers. The AI tech was extremely confused when trying to pregnancy check a steer, and it became a story to tell for ages.
As a high school teacher, Alan profoundly impacted his students, particularly those in FFA. A former student once remarked, “I would have been in a mess of trouble and possibly in jail, if it weren’t for Mr. Myers.” Throughout his life, he took great pride in teaching. Barn chores with his grandchildren often turned into quizzes on fractions using shelled corn and buckets. Alan enjoyed passing down his knowledge to his grandchildren by having them actively involved on the farm. In the farrowing house, they learned to catch baby pigs, administer vaccines, and ear notch under his guidance. Alan provided his grandchildren with many 4-H projects, UTVs to race around on, and many barns to play “rafter tag” instilling the love and appreciation of agriculture into each of them.
Within his family, Alan was affectionately known as the “Pack Leader” to both humans and dogs. He cherished taking trips around the farm with as many dogs and grandchildren as could fit into the dog truck. Much to Barbara’s disapproval, Alan would always try to sneak his leftover food from restaurants and family dinners in napkins to later feed to his dogs. When caught by Barbara, he would state he was just doing his job as the pack leader.
Fellowship and conversation were at the heart of Alan’s life; he was always ready to share a story, whether it be with old friends, family, or strangers. Alan’s warm smile and infectious personality drew people to him wherever he went.
He had a deep appreciation for the road less traveled, turning livestock trips into grand adventures across Indiana’s backroads. Stops included unexpected treasures leading to lasting memories.
Alan’s unique and joyful “WHOOP” will echo in the hearts of those who knew him. As a fitting tribute to his memory, let us all “EAT PORK!”
Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on September 28, 2024, at Gray Friends Church, 4810 E. 146th St., Noblesville.
In lieu of flowers, plant a tree, eat pork and have great fellowship. Donations can be made to Gray Friends Church.
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