Roy Gordon Albright

Roy Gordon Albright passed peacefully from this life at the age of 96 years at his home in Ukiah with his family by his side on October 17, 2010. Born in Joplin, Missouri, he moved to Calif. in 1924. He settled in Ukiah in 1967. He and Cora Jane "Corky" McGarvey, married in 1937 and had 58 years together. Roy had a long career with the Pacific Telephone Company, starting as a lineman and retiring in 1974 as Engineering Manager of Mendo. and Lake counties. Before retiring he was active in civic affairs, serving six years on the Ukiah Planning Commission and was also involved with the Ukiah Lions Club. He enjoyed the hobbies of gardening, golf and wood working. He was a member of Masonic Lodge, Provident #609 for over 60 years. He was also a member of the Knights Templar, Crytic Masons, and Royal Arch Masons, Pomo Shrine Club and Aahmees Temple. His family will miss his wise and thoughtful guidance. Always a gentleman we learned many life lessons from him. A very patient man, he lived his life with dignity and humor and enjoyed the simple pleasures of family and home. He was actively involved in the lives of his family and was it's center. He is survived by his son Stephen (Wendy) of Leighton Buzzard, England, and his daughter Nancy Blancett (Leroy) of Potter Valley. Also surviving are grandsons Mark Albright, Chris Blancett and Greg Blancett and granddaughters Shelley Bazzani and Amanda Albright. He leaves great grandchildren Ashley, Tyler, Nicholas, Thomas, Alex and Adam. Roy was predeceased by his wife Cora Jane. The family would like to express our deep appreciation to his wonderful caregivers for their loving care and bringing special joy to his days. At his request no formal service will be held, just a family gathering. The family would like you to remember Roy with a smile for he was a wonderful man. Memorial remembrances may be made to Phoenix Hospice in Willits, CA. EVERSOLE MORTUARY IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS