Photo courtesy of DeBaptiste Funeral Homes, Inc. - West Chester
Reading, Pennsylvania
May 27, 1964 – Feb 6, 2017
Albert Sheriff Jr., 52, of Reading, PA passed on Monday, February 6, 2017 at St. Joseph Hospital PSH.
Born May 27, 1964 in Reading, PA at the Community General Hospital, he was the fifth child and the "baby boy" born to Genecka (Moore) Sheriff and the late Albert Sheriff, Sr. He was born into a God-fearing and loving family.
His church home was St. James Chapel C.O.G.I.C. that was very vital to the strong, caring and loyal man he became.
After graduating from Reading High School, he enlisted in the United States Army. He was a professional boxer in the light-heavy weight class. He had 10 bouts: 5W-4L-1D and he was the Pennsylvania Golden Gloves Champion.
With the playground right across the street in the "6th Ward", he acquired the name "Bubble Gum". Back in the day, if you returned bottles back to the store, you would receive a nickel and he would buy gum. (Even as a lad, he had a hustle).
As a teenager, he worked for his uncle at Danny Moore's Barber Shop. Albert also worked as a truck driver for Penske Trucking and as a Correctional Officer at Berks County Prison.
He loved to write poetry and enjoyed listening to Etta James and telling jokes.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his mother Genecka Sheriff; sons, Trevor S. Sheriff of Reading, PA and Nathan Sheriff of Lancaster; PA; former wife, Cecily L. Crawl; brothers, Steve Anthony Sheriff, Sr. (Minerva) and Tony K. Sheriff all of Reading, PA; sisters, Camilla Denise Clardy (Darius), Marguerita Y. Sheriff, Alycia J. Carlisle (Royce) all of Reading, PA, Freeda S. Baxter (Alan) of Coatesville, PA and Genean Merritt (Allan) of Arlington, TX and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews cousins and friends.
“Daddy” Albert Sheriff, Sr. in 2005 & nephew, Bryce J. Sheriff in 2004, predeceased him.
He was a son, brother, uncle, father, cousin, nephew, godfather and loyal friend and will be sadly missed
Gone But Never Forgotten Love & Peace Always to the Family
Ms. Dina Burdine, Atlanta, GA
February 05, 2023
Thinking of and remembering the family of the late:
Albert "Bubble gum" Sheriff, Jr.
As part of my extended family, I think of you often, especially during this time of year, as we all (near and far) join together as one spirit to reflect and remember to celebrate the life of our dearly departed,
Albert Sheriff, Jr. a loving son, brother, father, uncle nephew, cousin, friend, and one who was also considered (extended) family by so many others that knew and love him as...
Dina Burdine
February 04, 2021 | Atlanta, GA | Friend
Sending prayers and strength and tight,tight hugs to the family.
Love you all!
Love and miss you cuz!
La Shana Spann
February 04, 2020 | Hollywood, CA | Family
My friend, you left us to soon, but I thank God for allowing me to know you. Tall, dark, handsome and always with a smile. I'm laughing now. Albert, you have left us with lots of memories, you will truly be missed.
To the family, we extend our sincere sympathy to your family. May God continue to strengthen and comfort you during this time.
Rest in Peace
Your friend, Nancy V. Johnson
March 24, 2017
So sorry for your loss of your son ,Genecka.May God give you strength at this time of grieving & may God bless all family & friends knowing he was called home to a wonderful place .He will be your Angel who will watch over all who loved & knew him & will miss him dearly.
Wendy Strupp
February 27, 2017 | Reading, PA
To All Concerned:
Unfortunately our Original condolences to the Sheriff/Moore family was never posted!
On behalf of your extended family and friends in Atlanta, Georgia, we extend our heartfelt sympathy on the recent home going of our dearly beloved Albert "bubblegum" Sheriff.
He truly was considered family and a good friend to us, and we are deeply saddened to learn of his passing.
Please know that you will remain in our prayers, thoughts and hearts, as you go through...
February 16, 2017 | Atlanta,, GA
To the Sheriff Family,
My condolence to the whole family Bubble Gum was like a Big Brother from the neighborhood he gave my brother Ted the Mo Hawk Hair cut which eventually every young football player got a Mo Hawk that played football at Reading High. I will remember our boxing days at the PAL with the late Steve Little. Be Blessed RIH "B" BUM aka Bubble Gum.
Stacey Butler
Stacey Butler
February 13, 2017 | Elkton, MD
I am praying that your family be comforted as you walk through this difficult time of loss. I remember how kind Albert was.
Juanita Williams
February 13, 2017 | Dallas, TX
Sheriff family:
I am very sorry for your loss. Wishing all of you comfort and peace as you mourn Albert's passing. Keeping you all in my prayers during this difficult time.
With Love and deepest sympathy,
Carmen Key
Carmen Key
February 13, 2017 | Reading, PA