Albert J. "Al" READER

Albert READER Obituary

READER Albert J. ("Al"), age 64 of North Haledon, on Sunday, May 31, 2009. Born in Passaic, Al resided in North Haledon since the early 1980's. He was an offset pressman for Sandy Alexander, Inc. of Clifton before retiring two years ago. Al served his country as a member of the National Guard. He was an avid outdoorsman and a founding member of the Traditional Archers of New Jersey whose main objective is to actively promote and protect quality bowhunting. Al was considered the foremost authority on Bear Bows sharing his knowledge worldwide with both young and old. Beloved husband of Nina L. Harby of North Haledon and loving stepfather of David of Rochester, NY and Christopher of Franklin Lakes. Beloved brother of Carol Planten of Hewitt and dear uncle to many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be private. In lieu flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Traditional Archers of New Jersey, 539 Oaktree Lane, Jackson, NJ 08527. Browning-Forshay, Hawthorne, NJ.

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Published by The Record/Herald News on Jun. 4, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Albert READER

15 Entries

Chuck Dougherty

June 21, 2009

I will miss talking Bear bows with Al very much . He shared his time, knowledge, and expertise with me many times. Rest in peace Al, you will be missed in so many ways. <---------<<<

Richard Fox

June 18, 2009

Nina,
I am a much better person for having known and spent the years with Al and the Boys (Stig, Joey and Bobby). I know Al if anyone is in Bow Heaven and teaching the rest how its done. May he rest in peace.

Richie Fox

George & Pat Barbour Barbour

June 15, 2009

Our sincere condolences to Nina and family, I met Al at Koppel Color When I was 17 and we became friends. He taught me how to play the guitar and trap shoot, but I could practice for 100 years and never be as good as him. He was a national at anything he did. I am sorry that we lost touch over the years. I often wanted to look him up but I didn’t for that I will regret for the rest of my life. Our deepest condolences. God Bless
George & Pat Barbour

mark chambers

June 15, 2009

A archer pal, that will be missed by this ole louisiana Boy! Al he was a giving man.One of the good guys. God bless my bowhunting brother. Mark Chambers

Rich Lopez

June 14, 2009

Al was my mentor and good friend. I met him when I was a 13 yr. old kid. Now at 50 I can honestly say, I was blessed and honored to have known him. My deepest condolences to Nina and family.

Felix dazza

June 14, 2009

Condolences from Italy for a very high profile person that never will be forgotten,good bow hunting Al,Felix

Rich Lopez

June 14, 2009

I grew up a few miles from Al and have known him since I was a young lad. I very saddened by his passing. On behalf of my entire family my deepest condolences go out to his wife Nina and their family. I met him at an archery range when I was with my boyscout troop. he taught me to be a better shooter. Throughout my teens and adulthood into mhy iddle ages now,, he was my mentor and good friend. Al took me under his wing when I was a young lad and introduced me to this wonderful world or archery and it's rich history. His memory shall live on forever. My remaining years as a bowhunter and collector I dedicate to him.

Mary Ann Bryan

June 12, 2009

As a long time "Antiquing" friend of Al and Nina, I will certainly miss Al's vast knowledge and willingness to share in many areas of collecting! He will certainly be missed!

Tim Joens

June 11, 2009

Nina, My wife Lisa and I are very saddened by the loss of Al. We enjoyed sharing collecting stories and shooting with Al. He was so much fun to be around and he taught us all sooo much about Bear archery !!!!

June 6, 2009

Our sincere condolences to Nina and Dave and other family members. Heart felt memories of Al. We can only speak of Al in the Traditional Archery World and he was 'the man'. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Dennis & Marg Scicchitano

Gary Wert

June 5, 2009

I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to Al's family. I have very fond memories of times spent with him at Denton Hill Archery Shoot. He was a very special and very well loved individual within the archery field. I pray God's Peace and compassion will surround you all during this very difficult time.

George Barbour

June 4, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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Susan Cammisa

June 4, 2009

Uncle Al the "kiddies pal". You will never be forgotten and sadly missed.

Aunt Nina, David, Chris, Carol, Todd and Kimmie....my deepest sympathies to you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love,
Suzi

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