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Al Lerner

Rancho Mirage, California

1919 - 2014 (Age 94)

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Al LernerAl Lerner died peacefully January 19, 2014 at Eisenhower Hospital of Prostate Cancer. His wife of twenty-three years, Jonne', was at his side. He was the last member of the original Harry James Orchestra to die. Al was born in Cleveland, Ohio April 7, 1919. He began piano lessons at the...

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To Al: Yesterday, Feb. 9th, was my dad's birthday. Both of you were born the same year--1919. And both of you are still loved and missed.--Victor L.

One of my favorite memories ...listening to Al play the piano (always) while I was enjoying the jacuzzi after dark under the stars....

You were recently joined by the company of Burt Bacharach. You were both great artists and I was fortunate to enjoy the results of your musical accomplishments as well as those who proceeded you. Still miss you and my father.--Victor Lee (as you used to call me)

Hi Al, I still miss not only you, but your expert advice on practicing piano. Recently, Joe Siracusa, your lifelong friend, ascended to that beautiful place. I hope you, my dad and Joe are all together sharing experiences and reminiscing about good times.

Al, I still miss and think about you often--especially when I'm practicing/playing piano. I'll always be grateful for the advice you gave me.

You wouldn't believe that a mutual friend of yours, my dad's and myself, Joe Siracusa, just turned 99 on Feb. 3. I saw him a few weeks ago and he's still healthy, alert and keeping fit.

I turned 70 last June and I'm trying to stay fit as well. By the way, I enjoyed reading your biography.

As with my...

Dear Al. Did now know for some reason you had a guest book on line. So I am very late.....You are one person I will never forget...that's impossible.
I l0ved the way we bantered back and forth with your unparalleled sense of humor. Life did not pass you by. Of course you were best know for your amazing career...but I cared more for you as an individual rather than a pianist. You are missed for sure. I know you are in heaven....and at age 86, it may not too long before I join...

I miss you pop.

HAPPY BELATED 95th BIRTHDAY. I hope you and my dad are still reminiscing wherever you are. Take Care.--Victor L.

So sorry for your loss,Al was a familiar face in our home in Cleveland Ohio,gave me a few piano lessons too.but he really came over for mom's spegetti he loved.
my brother SAl Dottore (known as Pee Wee Dottore, and Victor Corpora ,played sax,clarinet,traveling with Al.all over the country.WE all moved here to palm springs as well.I remember Al as a perfect gentleman, a fabulous talented muscian ,loved by all that knew him. My condolences to his family and children. Fran...