Alan Franklin Fink

Alan Franklin Fink, 88, of Charlotte, passed away, Friday Sept. 4, 2020 at Atrium Health – Main. Alan was born September 9, 1931 in Cabarrus County, son of the late Clarence Lee Fink and Bessie Thompson Fink. He was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School and was a combat veteran serving as a Sergeant in the United States Army during the Korean War. Following his military service, he became an advisor for the Western Electric Company. He served the Newell community as a member and treasurer of the Newell Volunteer Fire Department for 25 years. Alan was an active member and former Deacon of Back Creek Presbyterian Church. He loved his family, the New York Yankees, and vegetable gardening, annually sharing the fruits of his labor with neighbors. He was predeceased by sisters Alice Robinson, Jean Ridenhour, and brother John Fink. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Susie Wright Fink; daughter Janet F. Marsh and husband Ken; son Mick Fink and wife Maria; grandchildren, Aly Lemons and husband Isaiah, Sydney Marsh and Noah Marsh. A private graveside service is being scheduled. A celebration of life will be scheduled when restrictions permit a proper event. Memorials may be directed to Back Creek Presbyterian Church, 1821 Back Creek Church Rd, Charlotte, NC 28213.