Alvin William Buettner, Jr., age 77, of Las Vegas, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2020. He was born June 30, 1942 in Washington DC and has been a Las Vegas resident since 1971. Mr. Buettner served in the United States Air Force shortly after Vietnam. He worked as a manager for Golden Gate Casino and Golden Nugget Casino, retiring in 2016. He enjoyed karaoke, golf, bowling and all sports. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by siblings: Robert Buettner and Dolores Brown, and his dogs: Bo Derrick and Mortimer. Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Catherine Buettner; children: Karen (Tyson) McEntire and Brian (Julie) Buettner; grandchildren: Hollie, Lacie and Ivie, and his dog, Pluto. Private family services are planned.