Photo courtesy of Caruth-Hale Funeral Home
Hot Springs, Arkansas
Nov 3, 1914 – Aug 5, 2018 (Age 103)
Albert was born on November 3, 1914 and passed away on Sunday, August 5, 2018. Albert was a resident of Arkansas at the time of passing. He was a graduate of Tulane School of Medicine and attained clinical professor status teaching surgical eye technique at Tulane and The Eye Ear Nose and Throat Hospital. Volunteering in the Army Medical Reserves his senior year at Tulane, and after his internship at Southern Baptist Hospital, he spent over four years active duty in military service during WW II and attained the rank of Major and Flight Surgeon with the U.S. Air Force, having foreign duty in China, Burma, India theater. His memberships in The Rotary Club of Metairie, The New Orleans Power Squadron and The Free and Accepted Masonic Order exceeded seventy years. He is also predeceased by three brothers Paul Nicholas, Habeeb Michael, III and Edward Lee Habeeb and his parents Habeeb Michael Elias Habeeb and Lena Esther Keene whose burial site is in Greenwood Cemetery, Vicksburg.
So sorry to hear of your lose. We have fond memories of him, especially in our growing up years and the time our parents spent together. Sending love your way.
Linda (Munch) and Ian Jones
September 06, 2018
Dear Patty and Susie and family,
Our heartfelt condolences to each of you on the passing of your father. While his passing closes a chapter on the relationship that our parents shared, we are fortunate to have memories of our younger years and the times together that we can recall with fondness. It was always a joy to speak with him and talk about those times. He will be missed.
Rusty & Kim Munch
September 04, 2018 | Palm Harbor, FL | Friend
Dear Patty, Susie and family,
Your father - an amazing man who blessed everyone he met. He was smart, kind and a true believer in Christ. Albert loved America and proudly promoted the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution organization. My parents were good friends with your mom and dad at Munholland , St. Martins school and the DAR and SAR. They knew that their ancestors helped establish this beautiful country and this gave them a special bond.
My brother , Jim Martin, was...
Judy Beach
August 12, 2018 | Keller, TX | Friend
Dr. Al - LA Swamp, LA Wild Iris in bloom
Patty, Susie and Family,
What a wonderful legacy of caring, service and friendship your father left for us. An amazing person, physician and friend to so many. He will be remembered and missed.
You are in my prayers.
Love from,
Caroline Sanders
Caroline Sanders
August 12, 2018 | Metairie, LA
Starting with my grandmother, Irma Shepherd, three generations of my family have had utmost affection and respect for the Habeeb family. Patty and Susie, your dear father will be remembered for his kindness, humor, devoted service to country snd community, and as an inspiration for graceful aging, retaining his youthful joie de vivre. Deepest sympathy to his precious daughters and the entire family.
Melissa Perrett Cook
August 12, 2018 | Chicago, IL
So sorry , for the death of your dad!! I was a patient and so was my dad in the early 70's and 80's. My dad also passed away -1984!
Dr Habeeb took so very good care of my dad. I even took my dad to his house in Metairie. Can't think of any doctor who would have done that
Linda Leto , Metairie, La
Linda Leto
August 12, 2018 | Metairie, LA
Patty and Susan,
Your Dad was and still is my all-time favorite fishing buddy. The years with y'all and the many trips on the Gangs Plank are with me each and every day. Wonderful man and honored to have known him. Our sincere condolences - Jimmy, Margaret, and Dr. Matthew Haskins
Jimmy Haskins
August 10, 2018 | Folsom, LA
Sincere sympathy.
/Helen
Helen Cooper
August 10, 2018 | Metairie, LA
Dear Patty:
I extend my sincere condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father. I am honored to have met him many years ago. He seems to have lived a very fulfilling and productive life.
Best wishes to you and yours,
John S. Batson
Jefferson, LA
August 10, 2018
