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Albert Belanger Obituary

Belanger, Albert J. Age 90, of Oak Park, veteran U.S. Marines WW II and Korea; beloved husband of the late Patricia nee Lawson; loving father of Charles (Katherine) Belanger, Patrick Belanger, Marion "Buff" Lawson (Hal Angle), Moira Imko, Richard Belanger and the late JoAnne Belanger; cherished grandfather of 8 and great-grandfather of 2; dear brother of William (Keltah) and the late John; fond uncle and friend of many. Memorial Visitation Friday June 17, 4 to 8 p.m. at Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home, 203 S. Marion St., Oak Park. Memorial Mass 10:30 a.m. Saturday June 18 at Ascension Church 808 S. East Ave., Oak Park, IL 60304. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials to Ascension Church are appreciated. Funeral info: 708-383-3191.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 12, 2011.

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John Burke

July 31, 2011

July 31, 2011: The date is late, and the memories of Al are old. I am Patsy's first cousin, and I remember Al fondly back to WWII when he was a Marine pilot, and I was a lowly Apprentice Seaman. He and Patsy and the family visited my family in Bear Creek, Pennsylvania, in 1958, and that's the last I remember seeing him until until my brother, Ray's funeral in Benson, Ill. All our prayers are with Al, and with his loved ones, Patsy and JoAnne with whom he is now united. God bless you, Al

Mike Belanger

June 13, 2011

Chuck, Patrick, Buff, Moira, and Rick:

We "hillbilly" Belangers valued our time with Al - as Kathy notes he always made special efforts to join in our family gatherings.

He once even attended one of my musical gigs in Santa Cruz in the early '70s.

We are all grateful for the time he was able to share with us - he will be missed.

June 12, 2011

My sincere sympathy to AL's family at this most difficult time. Knew Al for 50 years and saw him at the St.Philip Alumni dinner in late April. Jack Brennan--St. Phil. Alum. Assoc.

June 12, 2011

Dear Cousins, What a great send-off Uncle Al had with the celebration of his 90th birthday! Bob and I so wanted to be there, and are so grateful that Uncle Al's life was celebrated with him in the midst of it all. Uncle Al is such a wonderful part of our family history and always demonstrated the value he placed on family by making extraordinary efforts to be present at important events in our lives. So many fond memories ... our love to all of you! Kathy and Bob McLaughlin

Mugs McCready

June 12, 2011

Buffy - So Sorry to hear about Al's death...he was always one of Marion's dearest friends, we will all miss his wonderful laughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love Mugs and Marion McCready

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