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LeRoy Albers Obituary

Albers, LeRoy "Rick" Age 98. W.W.II Navy Veteran, beloved husband of 72 years to Marie (nee Lorenz); cherished father of Nancy (the late Lawrence) Billo, James (Laura), Mark (Carol) and Susan (Kevin) Schlomas; proud grandfather of Dawn Szymanek, Jane (Mark) Kothe, Jim (Laura), Joe (Jenny) and Jeff (Katie) Albers, Caroline and Rachel Albers, Patrick, Marie and Jennifer Schlomas; great-grandfather of Andrew and Anthony Szymanek, Danny and Charlie Kothe and Emily and Brandon Albers; devoted son of the late Otto and Rosina Albers; fond brother of the late Pearl (the late Herb) Schmidt, Harold (the late Bernice) Albers and the late Ervin (the late Sue) McLosa; dearest "Uncle Rick" to many nieces and nephews. Rick was a U.S. Navy Veteran and served aboard the LSM 310 during W.W. II. He worked as a Machinist for the Chicago Transit Authority for 33 years, until his retirement in 1978. Rick was recently honored for 65 years with the IAMAW Local 701. You could always find Rick in his workshop, in the garden or watching the Chicago Cubs Baseball. He had a tender heart, and warm smile, and touched the lives of many. He will be deeply missed. Visitation Friday 3-9 P.M. Funeral Saturday 9:15 A.M. from Lawn Funeral Home 7732 W. 159th St. Orland Park to St. Elizabeth Seton Church Mass 10:00 A.M. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Funeral Info: 708 429-3200

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 26, 2012.

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roslyn agpasa

April 27, 2012

Dear Mrs. Marie Albers and family,
I had fond memories of Mr. Albers as his first nurse. He was so sweet and proud of your love for each other. The staff at Benchmark always looked forward to those homemade cookies from you both every Christmas. Mr. Albers will be terribly missed.

April 27, 2012

Marie, you have our thoughts and prayers.
Leroy was a wonderful man . he will be deeply missed

Guy & Barbara

April 26, 2012

To the family of Leroy Albers may God give you comfort and peace by means of prayer - Philipians 4:6,7. My deepest sympathy

Mary Bartel-Staker

April 26, 2012

Marie and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. LeRoy was a wonderful man. I remember seeing him come home from work with his lunch bucket in hand many days. May He Rest In Peace.

Chaplain Richard Reuer

April 26, 2012

I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. On behalf of a greatful nation as an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one. “Honoring Those Who Served-Ministry” –Chaplain Richard Reuer, 1206 6th St SW, Minot, ND 58701. (If you wish a personalized memorial card mailed to you with history of playing of taps, 21 gun salute, meaning of each fold of the flag as a keepsake, please email me home address to where the card be mailed. This is a free service to fallen veteran families.)

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