Alden G. Biely, Jr.April 3, 1930 - February 10, 2017AnnvilleAlden George Biely, Jr. passed away Friday, February 10 at the Lebanon Valley Home. He was born on April 3, 1930 to Alden George and Rena Borgner Biely of Lebanon. He was a cherished member of the community, active for many years as a local musician, organist and choir director in a number of churches in Lebanon County. Many will also remember him for his involvement in Mt. Gretna's Campmeeting where he initiated the Mass Choir bringing together voices from churches throughout the area. He also shared his musical talents as a soloist at Ov Shalom Temple in Harrisburg for ten years, and was a member in the Lebanon Valley alumni choir and the Lebanon Choral Society. He added the rich baritone tones to the Capital Quartet for many years. He began his career in education teaching music and then became a beloved elementary school teacher. Alden believed in giving of himself to the community and volunteered in a number of agencies including the Office of the Aging in Lancaster and the Blind Society in Harrisburg and Lancaster. He was a member of the wider circle, encouraging churches to accept all people. He strongly believed in inclusive thinking and action. He loved cashews, chocolate and peanut butter—and his children, Beth Wethington (Mark), Kay Lerch (David), Jill Dewey (Paul) and Scott Biely (Julie). He is also survived by nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by parents; and sister, Rena Mae Miller; and a baby brother, Ralph. A memorial service will be held at the Lebanon Valley Home on March 26 at 2 p.m. The family wishes to express sincere gratitude to the caregivers at LVH, a loving group of people who became his friends and family. Contributions in memory of Alden Biely may be made to the Lebanon Valley Home benevolent fund at 550 East Main St. Annville, PA 17003.