Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Alba VanSoest Obituary
She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 54 years, Henry.
She is survived by devoted daughters, Diana Byle of Frankford and Gail Smith of Jefferson; five loving grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 8, at St. Clare's Church, 69 Allwood Road, Clifton. Interment will follow at East Ridgelawn Cemetery, Clifton. Friends may call Sunday, Sept. 7, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., at the Goble Funeral Home, 22 Main St., Sparta.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Alba VanSoest
1 Entry
Mark Baron
September 5, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to Diane and Gail and all the family.
Beloved Aunt Olga, the last of her generation, the end of an era. She rejoins her siblings and parents under God's care. Gone but never forgotten.
Mark & Rita
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Alba VanSoest's name
Memorial Events
for Alba VanSoest
How to support Alba's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Alba VanSoest's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
