GUNZENHAUSER, ALBERT L., "BIG AL" 69 - of Elwood, Left this world on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 to go hunting with his beloved son, Al Jr. He was at home, surrounded by his family. He is predeceased by his mother Clara Webb, stepfather John Schaires, his son Albert in 2005, his daughter Eva in 1980, brother Charles "Gus" Gunzenhauser in 1994, and sister-in-law Eleanor Gunzenhauser in 2005. He is survived by his wife Susan, daughter Alice and her fiance Arthur Unkefer, and daughter-in-law, Debbie Spano of MN., his grandchildren, Allie Unkefer, Albie and Alexander Gunzenhauser, Billy Cosenzia, Dave Peterson and Kelly Schulthies; Brother, Elmer Gunzenhauser, sister-in-law Joan Gunzenhauser. Al attended Egg Harbor High School; he then served in the U.S. Army as a Military Policeman in Korea. After being honorably discharged, Al came back home and became the dog catcher for Egg Harbor City. He went on to become a proud union man with the local #669 Sprinklers Fitters Retired. He continued to work part time at Schaires' Saw Mill where he started working as a young boy, with his father, John. His passion and love after his family, was hunting, fishing, and occasionally going to the casinos. He had many wonderful ladies in his life, his first wife Mignon Matthews, niece Brenda Donovan, "adopted" daughter Patty Dorzuk and Robin McKiag who always brought a smile to his face. He will be missed by his very good friends, bobby Roberts, Bill Fox, Bobby Fields, Mike Gregor, Louis DiPietro, Clark Mathis, Rocky Silipena, Brad Heffley, Tommy pettit and his buddies in West Virgina. Al will be dearly missed by the many people whose lives he touched. Family and friends will gather for his viewing on Sunday, October 26, 2008 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm and again on Monday, October 27, 2008 from 10:00am to 11:00am, with services at 11:00am at Wimberg Funeral Home 400 Liverpool Ave. Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215
This obituary was originally published in The Press of Atlantic City.
Dear Family
I am Arnold & Betty Gunzenhauser's Grandaughter I had the pleasure to meet Alby a few years ago when he picked me and my mom up at the bus station to visit my grandpa and I want to give my deepest sympathy to his wife and to the rest of the family. Alby you will be missed and now you are with your children R.I.P
Denise Tyte
November 17, 2008 | Franklin, NC
Dear Big Al
From one Gunzenhauser to another I am so so sorry to hear that you are not with us anymore, but we know you are in a better place now, with my Dad, your Uncle Arnold, my Mom Elizabeth, and my son Dennis. Please tell them we love them when you see them. Remember when you threw me into the lake with all of my clothes on? I told you I wasn't going swimming, and you said "Oh yes you are" LOL. You loved life, and had no fear of anything. Remember when you stopped all the traffic...
Diane (Gunzenhauser) Kohler
November 16, 2008 | East Moriches, NY
To: the family
he was a great person and caring one he had a great sense of humor
in a all around great person
all of you are in our prayers and may god touch everyone especially in these needed times. our hearts goes out to you all
love the schultz family
(harold, louise, roy, christine)
christine schultz
November 05, 2008 | Mayslanding, NJ
My sincerest sympathies to Elmer, Sue and families. Remember to celebrate Albie's life....after all, that is what he would want you to do. My heart goes out to all of you. Losing a loved one is never easy but we should be thankful when suffering ends.
Barb Zink
November 03, 2008 | Vineland, NJ
Albie...West Virginia will not be same without you. you will be truly missed. Keep an eye out for us.
Susan & family....My prayers and thoughts are with you always.
Mike Dreager
October 31, 2008 | Mays Landing, NJ
Alice and family, Albie was a warm, caring, and funny guy. May you feel Gods love at this time of lose and I hope that you find comfort in your many memories.
Wendy Dorfman
October 25, 2008 | Hammonton, NJ
I know all who knew Albie will miss him. I remember him as a fun loving guy. He and his friends were fun to wait on at the "Country
Palace". My best to Susan and Alice.
Anita Colts
October 25, 2008 | DeLand, FL
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Dianne & Howard Schnettler
October 24, 2008 | Theresa, NY
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Robert Daub Jr
October 24, 2008 | Mays Landing
