Dr. Myron L. McCumber

Dr. Myron L. McCumber, 81, died Jan. 14 of a heart attack at his home in Palmer. He was born Aug. 7, 1927 to Mr. and Mrs. Allen McCumber in Miami, Fla.

After he received his medical degree in Loma Linda, Calif., he practiced medicine in several states. He moved to Orofino, Idaho in 1961, then to Alaska in 1969 where he continued practicing until his death. He had great compassion for his patients, family friends and the great outdoors.

Dr. McCumber is survived by his wife Norma, five children and their spouses, 11 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, one brother and numerous relatives in the Lower 48 and Alaska. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, one son and one granddaughter.

A memorial service will be held at the Valley Funeral Home - Palmer, 2020 Hemmer Rd., Palmer on Saturday at 1 p.m. with Pastor Jim Osborne officiating.

Dr. McCumber will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the charity of your choice.

Condolences may be sent to Mrs. Norma McCumber, POB 521014, Big Lake, AK, 99652.

Arrangements are under the direction of Valley Funeral Home - Palmer.