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Raymond Albert Obituary
Amanda: Raymond John Albert, age 84, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, October 19, 2011. He was born May 27, 1927 to the late Raymond and Kathryn (Hildebrand). He will be missed by his loving wife of 63 years Cornelia (Beresh), children Daniel (Tove), Martin, Christopher, Roxanne (Larry) Macioci, Catherine (Jeff) Lehr, 14 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and his faithful dog, Blacky. He will also be missed by Father Emeka, Nigeria, whose priesthood Ray sponsored. He is also survived by brothers Stanley (Pat) and Robert (Pat) and preceded in death by sister Pauline (Tom) Coughlin. Raymond joined the Navy at age 17 during WWII and also served during the Korean Conflict. For 40 years he was president and general manager of Kingswood Lumber Co., Columbus, OH and one of the founding members of SYNTAXIS group homes and served many other charitable organizations with the support of his devoted wife. He retired to Amanda, Ohio and they started the Albert Family Tree Farm. Raymond also served on the Ohio State Medical Board for 24 years where he was the first non-physician president in the board's history. In 2001, he was inducted into the Ohio Veteran's Hall of Fame. He was also a recipient of the Patriot's Award by the Congressional Medal of Honor Society for his and his daughter Roxanne's work in finding and marking the graves of lost Medal of Honor recipients. Raymond was a member of the Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus.
A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 24, 2011 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Mary of the Assumption Church Lancaster, Ohio with Father Kevin Lutz as Celebrant and Father Denis Kigozi and Father Craig Eilerman as Co-Celebrants. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery where military honors will be observed.
Family will receive friends on Sunday, October 23, 2011 from 2:00 - 8:00 P.M. at the SHERIDAN FUNERAL HOME, 222 S. Columbus Street Lancaster. A vigil service will be held on Sunday at 7:30 P.M. with Deacon Frank Sullivan officiating. To sign the online guestbook and send condolences please visit www.sheridanfuneralhome.net and click obituaries.
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November 19, 2011
Thank you for your service to our country.
Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Cols/Worthington, Ohio
Kimberly and Roger Wasson
October 29, 2011
Dearest Albert family...our sincerest condolences and promises of prayer for the repose of Raymond's soul. He was a precious man...and will be greatly missed. I'll never forget the Christmas that Ray invited our family to the tree farm and each of the children sat on his lap. What a beautiful soul...
Susan Loe
October 24, 2011
I always appreciated Mr. Albert taking a minute to visit each of our offices when he was in the building just to check on us and tell us how much he appreciated the work we do for the Board. He will be missed by all of us.
October 24, 2011
To the Albert family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your dad was such a gentle giant. Some of my best childhood memories are from evenings in your back yard on Virginia Avenue. Ray was the leader of a great family. Peace be with you. My sincerest sympathy.
Tim Galvin
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Judy Rodriguez
October 24, 2011
Cornelia, Roxanne, and family: My sympathies to you during this season. Mr. Albert was a great man and will be missed at the Medical Board. It was great working with him, and a pleasure meeting you.
Robert McKnight
October 23, 2011
I shopped at Kingsdale, at least weekley for more than 20 years. I considered Ray a wonderful friend and counselor. My most sincere sympathies and blessings on your loss. By the way, I'm a 33rd Degree Mason.
October 23, 2011
Sincere sympathy to the family. Remember the good in Mr Albert's days, he will be missed.
~Barbara Thimmes
(Amanda Little's mom)
michael elick
October 22, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
October 22, 2011
Dear Cornelia and Famiy
I was saddened to learn of Ray passing.He was such a great man and friend and will be missed by all. my sincere condolences to all.
Dave Kildow
Michael Kasler
October 22, 2011
My sincere condolences to the Albert family. I was priviledged to serve on the Franklin County Democratic Party's Executive Committee with Ray. He put his beliefs to work for the betterment of all. He was dependable and hard working on behalf of his political beliefs. I admired him greatly.
joanna policaro
October 21, 2011
Our deepest condolances to a great man with an amazing history. Franco Jr and Joanna Policaro
Sue Gardiner
October 21, 2011
Dear Cornelia, Danny, and all of the Albert family,
You are all in our prayers. Ray is one tree farmer that will be greatly missed by many people! Thank you, Ray, not for just making our earth greener, but for making it a better place in all ways!
Love and Peace to all of you,
John and Susie (Wolf) Gardiner
October 21, 2011
Cornelia and Children:
We are sorry to hear of Ray’s passing.
Cornelia, if you should need anything please let me know we are here for you and the children.
You all are in our hearts and prayers.
Love,
Lorna Flaherty and Children
Randall and Deborah Berens
October 21, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Albert Family as they mourn the death of Raymond, a devoted husband, father and a great American. It was truly inspiring to witness this man's devotion to the sanctity of life and to his faith in God. Raymond was resourceful, gracious and intellectual and shared his talents with all who drew near to him, be it at the mill, the State Medical Board or at the tree farm. A man for all seasons, Raymond will be missed and remembered by many. We give thanks to God for the life and legacy of Raymond Albert and as Raymond would have it,"Omni ad majorem Dei gloriam"-All for the greater glory of God.
Terri-Lynne Smiles
October 21, 2011
Mr. Albert's compassion changed the lives of so many people, more than he knew. He was a truly good man, and will be missed.
October 21, 2011
Reading Luke 7:11-17 can provide comfort to your family.
John & Helen Modlich
October 21, 2011
Sorry to hear of Rays passing. He can now join Pauline.
Our thoughts and Prayers are with the family
Anne Strait
October 21, 2011
Mr. Albert was one of the most wonderful people I have ever known. He truly lived his faith, and led by example. It was a joy and an inspiration to be in his presence. I have a beautiful spruce tree in my yard that I got from Mr. Albert many years ago and I think of Mr. Albert whenever I look at it. I am grateful and honored to have known him. Thank you to the family for sharing him with the rest of us!
Marla Bump
October 21, 2011
I had the pleasure of getting to know Mr. Albert when I worked for former state senator Grace Drake. He was truly a special man. My condolences to his family.
Mike Stinziano
October 21, 2011
God bless Ray and the entire Albert family. Ray was the hardest working guy I ever knew. Totally devoted to Cornelia and his loving family! My friend, we will miss you.
Eileen Schmidt
October 21, 2011
I've always felt that the staff of the State Medical Board was blessed the day that Mr. Albert was appointed to the Board. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Amanda Casto
October 20, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I work with Cathy and she has helped me so much that I want you to know that I hope I can be as supportive of her as she has been of you. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
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