SCHROON LAKE -- Albert Auer, 91, of Red Wing Road, Schroon Lake, died Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2005, at Glens Falls Hospital after a short illness.
Born March 28, 1914, in Germany, he was the son of the late Ludwick Auer and Maria Kotter
He came to the United States in 1929, on the day of the Great Stock Market Crash, and settled in New York City, where he worked for his father's small delicatessen in the Bronx.
He served with distinction in the U.S. Army's European Theater during World War II, with General Patton's Third Army Infantry's Yankee Division. He was awarded numerous commendations for his service, including a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star with Special Valor device.
Albert worked for many years as a caterer in Cross County Shipping Center, Yonkers, N.Y., before retiring to Schroon Lake in 1975.
He enjoyed gardening and canning fruits and vegetables, spending time in the outdoors and woodworking, especially clock building. He will be remembered for his delicious cooking, especially his bread dumplings and the beautiful fruit salad baskets he created for parties.
He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans and was very interested in world events and politics.
Besides his parents, he was also predeceased by his first wife, Katherine, who died in 1959.
Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Joyce, of Schroon Lake; his son, Douglas Auer and his wife, Patricia, of Queensbury; his sisters, Marie O'Sullivan of Cape Cod and Maria Brummer of Germany; a brother, Michael Brummer of Germany; and two grandchildren, Holly Auer of Charleston, S.C. and Garrett Auer of Queensbury.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 11, at Regan & Denny Funeral Home, 53 Quaker Road, Queensbury.
A funeral service will follow at 4 p.m. at the funeral home.
Burial, with full military honors, will be conducted at 10 a.m., on Monday, Nov. 14, at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville.
This obituary was originally published in the Post Star.
So sorry to hear of your death,Al.
Joyce phoned in January to tell us or we still would not know. Now, once again we will be heading to Schroon for Memorial day and the summer - I can still see you and my father out there fishing and having a great time. You two are probably still fishing out there some place in the great beyond.
Janet Campbell
May 23, 2006 | Saratoga Springs, NY
In so many ways my dear brother Al was very much a father to my brother Richard and me. Despite hardships, we always knew we were important to one another. I clearly remember the telegram sent by Al at the end of Word War II: Dear Sis, it's a long way from no-man's land to you, but I'm on my way and I'll see you soon.
Albert, our lives together were bound by love; you will remain in my heart forever.
Marie O'Sullivan
November 14, 2005 | Dennisport, MA
How appropriate that Uncle Al should be remembered on Veterans Day. He shared stories of his years in the military with great pride, a heartfelt pride that touched all who knew him.
I'll remember Uncle Al not only as proud but also as a gentle, caring man. He exuded warmth and always made you feel welcome and loved.
Our sympathy and love to all who loved him, especially Joyce whose spirit and energy made the last 35 years so comfortable and happy for Uncle...
Bob & Fran Maynard
November 10, 2005 | Tolland, CT
Doug and Pat: Sympathy on the passing of your dad/father-in-law. Please be assured of prayers for his peace and your comfort.
Roger Marcy
roger marcy
November 10, 2005 | Draper, UT
Doug,
I have moved to Delmar and was reading the Post Star this morning.
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.
May the wonderful memories you have be your comfort; you are in my thought and prayers. I know that you must have gotten many of YOUR fine traits from your Dad. You are a wonderful person and I am sure he was very proud of you and what you do for your community.
Kindly, Dianne
Dianne (Barber) Kansas
DIANNE BARBER-KANSAS
November 10, 2005 | DELMAR, NY
