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Albert Konig Obituary

Albert P.F. Konig, 83, of Uniontown, passed away July 19, 2013. He was born in Indonesia on August 10, 1929. Albert was captured during the Japanese War and later served with the Royal Dutch Indonesian Army (KNIL). Albert moved to Holland in 1950. He was a combat veteran and POW of the Korean War, serving with the Royal Dutch Army. He was embedded with the U.S. Army Second Infantry. During his service, Albert was a paratrooper and was awarded a Bronze Star and the Green and Red Beret. He was also awarded the United Nations Service Medal and the Cross for Justice and Freedom for his service during the Korean War. By the end of his Army career, he had earned the rank of Sargent. In 1960, he and his family moved to the United States. He retired from Harwick Chemical after 30 years of service.

He was a member of St. Francis de Sales Parish, the American Legion, and the Dutch American Club. Albert enjoyed the outdoors and fishing. He was a talented artist and loved to paint. He also enjoyed traveling, H.A.M. radios, music, and playing the guitar. Above all, he loved spending time with his children and grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Adriaan Konig and Josepina Drinhuyzen; brother, August and sister, Augustina Konig; in-laws, Antonius Roestenburg and Nesah Madsair; and brother-in-law, Peter Roestenburg.

He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of almost 60 years, Pauline; children, Peter (Pamela) Konig, Crystal Konig, Christopher Konig, and Anthony Allen; brothers and sisters, Wally, Emiel, Ruth, Jane, Willem, Maria, and David; grandchildren, Dustin Konig, Carmen Konig, and Ravyn Clark; brothers and sisters-in-law, Emma, Lucas, Marie, Joop, Rinus, Ton, and Veroon.

Family and friends may call on Wednesday, July 24 from 5 to 8 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron. Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Thursday at 9 a.m. followed by a 10 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Francis de Sales Church, 4019 Manchester Rd., Akron. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAkron.com.

NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME (330) 784-3334

Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Jul. 22, 2013.
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I miss you so much..

May 23, 2019

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

May 22, 2019

Dear Opa i miss you so much, ill always love you!

Ravyn Konig

Grandparent

May 22, 2019

I am sorry for the family's loss. I worked with Albert at Harwick Chemical until he retired. He was a nice person and I enjoyed hearing his stories from the time he was in the service. He loved his family and waited for that yearly / month long visit with them in Holland or when they came to the U.S.

Michael McCarty

July 30, 2013

Sorry for your loss.theo&Pat Scanlon Chapel Hill Nc

Theo &Pat Scanlon

July 23, 2013

So sorry for your loss.

Tracy Wilson

July 23, 2013

I am sorry for your loss Crystal, your daddy is looking down and watching over you. He knows how much you love him. My thoughts and prayers are with your family punkin'.

Tiffany(Iane) Montagnese

July 23, 2013

crystal I love you and I'm so sorry. Pauline, christopher, ravyn and Pete be that family unit to keep each other constantly feeling love, always sending positive vibes into the universe. And when one falls, be there to pick them back up. Mr konig was such a gentle and caring person who would want it that way. Always remember to carry on his legacy.

Amy Deem

July 22, 2013

Pauline and Family: I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a sweet, kind man. I have always admired the way Albert and Pauline adored each other..such a great love. Love to all of you.

Melissa Jarvis

July 22, 2013

My Dearest Crystal...My heart is heavy hearing of your loss...but you've only lost the shell...Your Dad was & Is a Great man & he will be with you always...I only met & talked with him a few times but he touched my heart. God has a Great man with him now & You, Ravyn & your Mom are in my prayers always.<3

Dave Goldinger

July 22, 2013

I send my condolances.

Erik de Kleine

July 22, 2013

Dear uncle a angel you are now a twinkelstar up in the sky and for always in our heart you will be missed but i now you will always be with us .Rip uncle love you and the familie prayers for my familie there and love god bless you all Ria and John and Gloria xxxxxxxx

Maria Roestenburg

July 22, 2013

Dad, you will always be my hero, my king, my first love! You will always be with me and I will be a better person knowing that you are here w/ me! I love you Dad!!!

Crystal Konig

July 22, 2013

Pete and Family - so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. From reading the obituary, I can tell that your dad was an amazing man.

Lori Bellett

July 22, 2013

Crystal and family, Deepest condolences to you all. Your father sounded like a brave man. Take comfort in knowing he is at rest by our Lords side, and he has received his angel wings.

Heather Powell

July 22, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Staff of Newcomer Funeral Home

July 22, 2013

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