Edward George Albright

Edward George Albright, 76, passed away peacefully in Sparks, NV surrounded by his family at his bedside August 5, 2025, from a Catastrophic Stroke accompanied by multiple heart issues. Left to carry on his legacy and traditions are his two children, Brent Albright, Kelly Albright and his five grandchildren.

Eddie was born and raised in Elkhart, Indiana on March 4, 1949; he was the youngest of three brothers. Following High School, Eddie received a full-ride scholarship to attend the University of Wisconsin; he was the first member of his family to attend college. While attending the University of Wisconsin he met Kim Casler: the love of his life. It was, "love at first sight." They married on July 31, 1971, had two children, Brent and Kelly and moved to California after Eddie earned three graduate degrees from Indiana University.

Eddie excelled at athletics discovering that his athleticism could take him places. As an athlete at Elkhart HS, Eddie earned varsity letters in football (2), basketball (2) and track (3) and was also the recipient of EHS's Tim Bringle Award. In football, Eddie was a two-year starter at quarterback and safety and was MVP his senior year. He also started as safety in both the 1967 Indiana Boys' Club All-Star and the Indiana Shrine Bowl Games. In basketball, Eddie was the 6th man as a junior and a starter his senior year under Max Bell; he was #2 in scoring, rebounds, steals and assists as a senior as EHS won another sectional championship. In track, Eddie became the all-time EHS and Rice Field record holder in the pole vault and won the Northern Indiana Conference Meet in the pole vault and long jump. While attending the University of Wisconsin, he played outside linebacker and earned three varsity letters and Honorable Mention for "All Big Ten" as a sophomore and senior. He was Sports Illustrated Linemen of the Week and earned University of Wisconsin's Most Courageous Award.

Eddie was both an athlete and academic success: after college he moved his family to Lompoc, CA where he was named Principal of Lompoc High School. His career in education included teacher, coach, high school Principal and Vice Principal but Eddie had more to give. He founded a non-profit organization: The American Dream Foundation. As he was raised with minimal resources, he knew that many of the kids he was teaching could flourish with a little financial and moral support. His foundation raised money to sponsor and support both athletics and academics for children attending Lompoc HS and the surrounding community. This was his "I can do more give back"; his motto was "if they fit in, they stay in." His hard work and dedication was not only for his own success but for the students, people and community around him. When he was younger, teachers and coaches made all the difference for him to succeed and flourish: he certainly "played" it forward. Eddie led a very happy, active life filled with family, friends, and many activities and projects; such as, gardening, riding his motorcycle, cheering on his grandchildren at sporting events, woodworking, and excursions in their fifth wheel especially to Lake Tahoe: don't forget playing fetch with Cookie. Eddie's heart and sole were devoted to being a husband, father and grandfather: he was a family man. Always making everyone feel welcome, loved, and supported; he graciously placed family first. Eddie was accomplished and had a lot to be proud of, but always remained humble.

Eddie and Kim retired to Sparks, NV in 2015 to be close to Kelly and her family; they just loved being grandparents. Eddie loved camping with Kim, family and friends especially at Lake Tahoe and the surrounding areas: bike rides, golf cart rides, walks and really anything outside where he could feel the sunshine, watch the sunset and developing thundershowers. Both him and Kim enjoyed the beautiful mountain range views from their back patio; they were blessed with the most beautiful view! It was the perfect location to renew their wedding vows celebrating 53 years of marriage on the Fourth of July with their family and friends surrounding them: right next to their beautiful rose garden!

God was waiting with open arms to greet one of his Angels; let Eddie and Kim rest in each others peaceful arms forever.

At Eddie's request there will be no services.