Alvin Curtis "Nookie" Mallory, 94, of Ashland, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 25, 2018. He was a World War II Army veteran and served in the Philippines. Alvin retired after 40 years as a skilled carpenter. His passion was putting in a big garden every year, including this year. Alvin was a member of Calvary Christian Church. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 63 years, Frances; children, Ricky Mallory (Lisa), Brenda Walsh, and Randy Mallory; grandchildren, Sandy, Reed, Thomas, and Melissa (Aaron); six great grandchildren; and devoted sister-in-law, Barbara April. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 28, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Nelsen Funeral Home, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. 23005. A funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Calvary Christian Church, 14196 Ashland Rd., Glen Allen, Va. 23059 with interment following in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Calvary Christian Church Missions.