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Albert Counterman Obituary
Born on June 25, 1948, in Fulton, N.Y., he was the son of the late Burnitt and Dorothy (Kennedy) Counterman.
More than 30 years ago, Albert was a founding member of the bands Reign and Sweetwater. As a member of the bands, he played bass guitar and sang.
For 10 years, he was employed by Banner Metals Corp. in Stroudsburg as a machinist. During this time, he served as the local president of the Local United Steelworkers Union. Upon Banner Metals' closing, he worked as a service station manager for Parker Oil Company in Stroudsburg for three years until becoming ill.
For 25 years, Albert was a dedicated member of Sons of the American Legion Squadron 346 of East Stroudsburg. During his time with the SAL, he held the offices of Detachment Eastern Section Vice Commander, 30th District Vice Commander and Local Squadron 346 Commander. He was also a member of Keystone Breakers Club, Stroudsburg.
In addition to his wife Vinnie, he is survived by a son, Albert L. Counterman and his wife, April, of East Stroudsburg; two daughters, Ann-Marie Post and her husband, Raymond, of Scotrun, and Candida J. Stalter and her husband, Christopher, of Newport News, Va.; two sisters, Sheila Fredenberg of Scotrun and Georgeanna Jones and her husband, Fred, of Kaneohe, Hawaii. Also surviving are six grandchildren: Codie Novack, Sarah Post, Debbie Counterman, Ryan Post, AJ Counterman and Cheyenne Stalter; and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by a stepdaughter, Debbie Ann Eilber.
Family and friends are invited to a calling period from 5 to 6 p.m. Friday, June 1, at the Lanterman and Allen Funeral Home, 27 Washington St., East Stroudsburg. Funeral services with Chaplin Philip Smiley officiating will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, June 1. Following the service, there will be a gathering at the American Legion Post 346, East Stroudsburg.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to his wife Vinnie.
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Memories and Condolences
for Albert Counterman
Tom Higgins
February 21, 2018
I was in Albert`s first band,The Coachmen,lol,in Hackettstown high school.Albert plated bass and sang,but he was a drummer first,and a good one.He had a brand new set of silver sparkle Ludwigs in 1966, and generously brought them to the HHS band room and let the Ringo wnnabes play them.Always a gentleman and mature beyond his years.
Albert L Counterman
May 18, 2008
For all who may occasionally look @ this registry thank you for remembering my dad and his life the sympathetic messages and actions that you have sent or acted apon us as a family or individuals. This book will be closed down before too long and I just wanted to say thank you for your thoughts, prayers, and support from my family and myself.If you would like to see a slideshow of some of his life experiences and what not, feel free to look it up @ www.mem.com, and search counterman...
Don't forget you can share and see the slide show from funeral at www.mem.com, and search counterman...
It's nice and is on there forever...
Thanks again for all your thoughts,prayers, and support.
And may God Bless You and All Your Families .
Albie
albie Counterman
May 8, 2008
Dad
I know to most this may be silly writing to you in this book but as you always said i'm not always right in the head but it helps.
So anyway My birthday is a week away but it only sorrows me to realize this because i'm getting older and it brings me that much closer to the anniversary of the worst day in my life the day you left this place to go to a better place. Good for you selfishly bad for me . but was really thinking of you alot lately so thought i'd write miss you alot.
love ya ,Albie
Albert Counterman
December 21, 2007
HAPPY Holidays we missed you SO very much on Thanksgiving your dinner prayer was aborted in rememberance of you, and your vibrant and loving messages of the past so many years was missed purpously in a "moment of silence" of sorts.
It will be hard to start to "take on" the simplest of Holiday traditions, that we all took for granted you did. From dinner prayers to trying to keep the happiest of moods during the stressful times of the season.
I think of you all the time and miss you greatly. That is a sentiment that everyone that was lucky enough to know you and more lucky to be family /and or closest of friends can understand and live with the empty feeling of not being physically able too see or talk to you for your interesting conversations or your musical guidance.
I guess I'm trying to say Merry Christmas, we all miss you and love you down here.It won't be easy but we all will be together trying to help each other through this tough time as a family, missing the keystone of our lives and family during this holiday season and the rest of our lives. Merry Christmas I'm sure you're up there playing and singing in the angels choir. We all will be listening for your thundering bass lines and booming voice in every Christmas carol .
Again we miss you and love you very much
Your son and his family
Candida Stalter
June 16, 2007
I know I'm a day early, but I just wanted to say, HAPPY FATHER'S DAY Dad. I love & miss you very much. This is a hard day to celebrate when you're not with us. I can't call you like I used to, but I know that you are watching over us all & our own family's knowing that we love & miss you very much. I love you. HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!
Love your daughter,
C.J.
Jim & Karen Gallagher
June 6, 2007
Al and Family,
My Heart felt condolences to you,I am truly sorry for your Loss, I know Mr.counterman had to Be a great man,why because I have the pleasure of knowing his son Albie,and to me and my family there is no Better a man,
May GOD Bless you all in your time of sorrow, and revel in the fact that there is no more suffering,no more pain, only smiles and Happiness In Heaven as Big Al is ROCKING with the angels, A Blessing that we all Pray for. All our Love and Prayers.
June 5, 2007
Can’t You See…
The Montague of songs you left in my heart
Dad it has been over a week Since You’ve Been Gone you’re Free as a Bird now to become a Shooting Star. We all miss you greatly down here; it may have been years since you were being A Highway Star, a Jukebox Hero, Living after Midnight, and Playing in a rockin band. I know rockin is properly spelt rocking but I’m trying to put in Rock God terms so that when you are up there playing with them all, On The Dark Side of the Moon, Truckin across from one heavenly arena to the next. On the way to The House Of The Rising Sun, just remember to say to yourself .I’m not cabin dreaming I’m Your Captain of this vessel and I’m no longer feeling sick so it’s time to cross the Smoke On The Water and not worry about the Fire In The Sky, and time to head back to the port of your birth. So take your Three Steps, put the one foot on the platform the other on the train and go back to the House of the Rising Sun. Unfortunately we have lived The Cats in the Cradle almost to a tee, You where not just A Singer In A Rock and Roll Band. You where also a loving Son, Brother, Husband, Father, Grandfather, uncle, and a friend to many, and will be missed, but I just wanted to say NAH NAH HEY HEY Goodbye. Wish You Were Here, Have a Cigar enjoy your Slow Ride, Take It Easy, stay away from the Bad Co., on the way to Paradise City, until I see you again. You’ll recognize me. I will be the one Back In Black.
My family and I will miss you greatly, but we take comfort in knowing you will be in better company as you are Knocking on Heavens Door. After you’re done climbing The Stairway To Heaven, your earthly existence may have to Fade To Black, but your Memory Remains The Same. I thank you for all the hard lessons in life you helped teach me on the way to becoming A Simple Man. I know that I was far from easy to deal with most of my life, but you stood your ground and tried to do the best you could do for me. I hope you realize how much, I can now appreciate since having my own kids these lessons you taught me. Hopefully, I can pass on some of your wisdom to my kids
Love always Your Son,
Albie
Kelly Logan
June 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. May you have comfort knowing he is in a better place with no more pain. I'll always remember him playing and singing the music he loved so much and Im sure he is doing the same right now in Heaven above! God Bless.
Scott Wesoloski
June 4, 2007
Ann Marie, I am sorry for you lost
My prayers go out to you and your family
Stacie Hampton
June 3, 2007
Ann Marie,
I'm so sorry for your loss. May you find some comfort in knowing that you are not alone in your grief. You are surrounded by the love of friends and family and we share your pain.
kathy christman
June 3, 2007
Ann Marie,
My deepest and most sincere sympathies and condolences to you and your families. Although I did not know your father, I have heard by many that he was a very talented musician/singer.
If you need a shoulder, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Michelle Gannon
June 2, 2007
AnnMarie, Albie, Vinnie etc.. I am so sorry to hear about Al. I just found out today and just couldn't believe it. He was a great guy and a wonder father, stepfather, husband and friend.
Please know that I'm thinking of you all and you are in my prayers.
~Missy~
Cliff Van Why
June 1, 2007
we are sorry for your lose. if you nedd anything call. Ciff, Dawn , Tyler & casie
sarah post
June 1, 2007
i will always miss the best grandpa in the world and he will always be in my thoughts forever
Jennifer Newberry
May 31, 2007
Al was like a member of my own family for as long as I can remember, I guess the Legion will do that. But as I got older and worked with Al, he became a very good friend to me and I was saddened to hear of his passing. My heartfelt sympathies go out to all that cared for him.
Lucille Fish / Read
May 31, 2007
"You picked a fine time to leave us Dear Al!" I will always hear him sing that song to me in my mind.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers, We are saddened by the loss of one great guy. Certainly now that his fight is over, The Lord has him in His folds.
May you have the strength to accept God's will!
Most sincerely, Lucille
Carol Bryfogle
May 31, 2007
So sorry about your loss. Albert was like another son to my Dad.
Dottie took very good care of my Dad. They are all together in heaven now.
Albert L. Counterman
May 31, 2007
I would like to thank all the wonderful friends and family that took the time to sign this guest book. I would also like to thank all for the support, well wishes, and some awkward but funny and or sentimental stories.
My dad will be missed greatly. Thank you all for helping keep his memories/accomplishments alive.
Please feel free to post on this sight any stories and or memories you all may have. I have opened it up for the next year, so that hopefully people will post their memories as they remember anything they may want to share.
Thank You all for your support in this time of great sorrow.
Albert L. Counterman
(Albie)
Tracie Tauber
May 30, 2007
Albie and April,
Sorry about your loss.I will keep your family in my prayers. If you guys need anything please contact me by email. God Bless.
Tracy Marshall
May 30, 2007
My heart breaks for you all. I will NEVER forget following the band around, laughing at those groovy jumpsuit costumes, party's beach, backyard BBQ'S, "Amy" the Great Dane, kids jumping on the bed (sorry CJ), making "chocolate cake" mudpies (sorry Albie). There are sooo many memories. If there is anything you need please call.
God Bless,
Tracy,David,Madison and Ty Marshall
kenlynn dickison
May 30, 2007
Vinnie, I'm so sorry to hear about Al's passing. I know he was your life. If you need anything just ask. your co-worker , Kenlynn
Albie, I'm sorry to hear about your dad.Small world, I didn't know you were related to Vinnie. Take care of eachother. your friend, Kenlynn
Kay Viechnicki
May 30, 2007
Dear Vinnie,So sorry about Al.He was a nice person and I will always remember his sense of humor.Sincerely,Kay Viechnicki(former Social Worker from Stroud Manor)
Lori Staples(Sargent)
May 30, 2007
To The Counterman Family sorry about your lost of a family member may my prayers be ith you all.
Ralph & Jodi Rey
May 30, 2007
Dear Vinnie and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please know that we are here for you if you need anything. Al was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed by all.
Theresa Ratliff
May 30, 2007
As long as I live, I will NEVER forget the day you drove us all to Seaside Heights. I will miss you.
-Gleason
Richard Van Auken
May 30, 2007
sorry to hear about your loss. I knew him as the great dane he was a real great person I will keep him in my prayers and thoughts Your cousin Dick Van Auken jr.
Amanda Wetherington
May 30, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I will be praying for each of you!
Kathy & Sean Quinn
May 30, 2007
Albie & family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Donald Van Why
May 30, 2007
Our Deepest Sympathy!
Don Van Why s.a.l.member
Clara Kithcart Aux. member
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