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ALBERT CERNE

1925 - 2015

ALBERT CERNE obituary, 1925-2015, Olathe, MO

BORN

1925

DIED

2015

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Penwell-Gabel Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - Olathe

14275 Blackbob Road South

Olathe, Kansas

ALBERT CERNE Obituary

Albert "Al" F. Cerne, 89, left our presence on March 17, 2015, at 5:30 p.m. Al was surrounded by his loving family. Al was born Dec. 18, 1925, to Ignac and Mary Cerne in West Mineral, Kan. The youngest of nine children, Al joined his brothers enlisting in the Army at age 17. He served with the 101st Airborne, making a jump in Normandy and his final one across the Rhine where he was wounded. Earning a Purple Heart, he returned home where he attended Pittsburg State Teachers College and met his wife, Lois Engelhardt. Al and Lois were married for 63 years and had two children. Al coached football and taught in Blue Mound, Sedan and Independence, Kan. He left teaching to go into school administration in Olathe and Lawrence and ended his career as the Culligan Dealer for Metro Kansas City. Al enjoyed his social time with his many friends, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He never missed an opportunity to attend a party or celebration no matter when or where it was held. Al and Lois were able to travel to Slovania on several occasions to visit Al's family members. Al was preceded in death by his eight brothers and sisters, wife, Lois and son, Mikel. He leaves behind his daughter, Connie (Bill) Rishworth, grandchildren, Robert Rishworth, Candice (Joe) Shum and Patrick Cerne. He also leaves his cherished great grandchildren, Sophia Rishworth, Ruthie Shum, Jai Shum and Bodhi Shum. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Friday, March 20, at Grace United Methodist in Olathe, Kan. The family wishes to thank Tammy and all the wonderful people at Hospice House and suggests donations to such in lieu of flowers. To leave the family a message, visit www.PenwellGabelOlathe.com

Published by Kansas City Star on Mar. 20, 2015.
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I am grateful for the life of Mr. Cerne. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.

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