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John Alber Obituary


JOHN W. ALBER (Age 79)  Lt. Col., USMC (Ret.)  
On July 26, 2011. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy "Nora"; loving father of Richard and his wife, Stephanie; devoted grandfather of Noelle,Nicholas, Chase and Hannah. Graveside services on October 11, 201 1, 9 a.m. at Arlington National Cemetery. To express condolences or sign guestbook, please visit: www.fanwoodmemorial.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Aug. 4, 2011.

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Gary Keeling

August 10, 2011

Hi my name is Gary Keeling. I will miss you Uncle John. Your memory will live on. Because your son is strong. His family is good. I will miss you.

Linda King-McCubbin

August 10, 2011

Uncle John was always nice to me. He had lots to share about his military days and adventures. I have entered his death date in our family bible along with Aunt Nora. They will be missed.

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