Allen Insley Wirt, 75, of Christiansburg, died peacefully Thursday morning, Nov. 11, 2021, at Commonwealth Assisted Living in Christiansburg and entered into his eternal home in Heaven with his family by his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Eugene and Minnie Era (Eanes) Wirt; and his brothers, Bobby Eugene, James Lloyd, and Edward Henry Wirt.
Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Michael Eric Wirt (Susan); daughter and son-in-law, Kristin Wirt Gunter (Jon); grandchildren Megan and Ben Wirt and Josh and Jakob Gunter; sister Barbara Jean Barnes; brother and sister-in-law Donald Lee Wirt (Wanda); beloved dog Hershey; and many other relatives and special friends.
Allen graduated from Christiansburg High School in 1966. Upon graduation he enlisted in the Air Force and served during the Vietnam War. He was stationed at Pope AFB in Fayetteville, N.C. as a sergeant, and worked as a jet engine mechanic. Allen later worked for UPS and Wolverine. He loved hunting, fishing, gardening, watching the Dallas Cowboys, woodworking, and spending time with his family and friends. His friendly, giving, loving, kind, and generous personality will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
The family received friends on Monday, Nov. 15, 2021, at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford. Funeral services followed with Pastor Kelly Howlett officiating. Interment with full military honors followed in the Southwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery in Dublin.
The family would like to thank the staff at Kindred Hospice and Commonwealth Assisted Living for the care, kindness, and compassion shown to Allen.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Humane Society of Montgomery County, 1183 Flanagan Dr, Christiansburg, VA 24073.
Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.mullinsfuneralhome.com.