Bridgeport, Connecticut
FOURNIER Albert "Al" Fournier, local restaurateur and sailing figure, died on Tuesday, October 14, 2003, following a brief illness. Fournier, owner of Milfordos El Torero Restaurant for 33 years, was known for his love of the sea and had a long and successful competitive sailing career. Born in...
Read MoreMichael and I began our life together at the "El". We will never forget the man who played a major part in a very special time in our lives. He will surely be missed.
Susan & Michael Basile
October 18, 2003 | Branford, CT
Dear Lisa:
Happy people who live life to its fullest leave many happy memories in their wake. For this reason, Al shall live on in all our collective memories. Please know that we, along with your countless friends from around the world, are thinking of you. Our hugs encircle you..
Love, Peggy and Peter
Peggy & Peter McCrea
October 17, 2003 | Thomaston, ME
I was hoping to hear that the report of his death had been greatly exaggerated, but signing this guest book proves that it wasn't. I have many fond memories of Al & the "El" & the wonderful sailing adventures, I know that there are many of us remembering many great moments with this colorful man. Wishing you smooth sailing, Al, thanks for the memories. My best to Judy and his children...Sincerely, Karen, Bill & Shane Holveck
karen holveck-delucas
October 16, 2003 | Royal Palm Beach, FL
Dear Lisa, We wish we could be there with you , please know that we are with you in spirit. How fortunate we were to enjoy that lovely saturday afternoon last month sailing with you and Al. It is these wonderful memories of blue skies, gentle breezes and hearty laughs, that will help us all get through this sad and difficult time. We love you and will always carry a piece of Al in our hearts.
Love, Virginia, Michael and Isabelle
Virginia French
October 16, 2003 | Brentwood, CA
The ocean was never bluer than the eyes of our Skipper, never as vast as his wisdom, never deeper than his care...and it's there we'll always find him, ever there, ever there.
Mike and Virginia French
October 16, 2003 | Los Angeles, CA
lisa, sorry for your loss.
joe anderson
October 16, 2003 | Fairfield, CT
Wish I could be there with you.
Nina Cabrera
October 16, 2003 | Shreveport, LA
Dear Lisa, family, and friends;
I am so saddened to learn of Al's passing; as an El Torero employee of fifteen years, I have innumerable memories of Al's class, brilliance, and humanity. Though his was a full and well-spent life, his loss will be long felt by all who knew him. David.
David Alvarez
October 16, 2003 | Port Charlotte, FL
Dear Lisa,
Please know that I am thinking of you. Somehow just knowing that people care is a comfort. If you need anything, please call me - anytime.
Love,
Lil
Lil Barnum
October 16, 2003
