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Albert Kropp Obituary

Kropp, Albert, aka "Big Al", 68 of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, passed away on May 16, 2014 at his residence. He was born in Chicago, IL on August 30, 1945. Albert was a retired iron worker, operating engineer, entrepreneur, CEO & founder of Kropp Industries. He is survived by his beloved soul mate, Lori Cirruto & her son, Evan; sons, Kurt (Anita) Kropp and Kevin Kropp; daughter, Robin Kropp; his loving mother, Josephine Emerson; his brothers, Jerry (Christine) and Randy; cherished grandfather to Ashley Anna & Lauren Leigh. The family will receive friends on Wednesday & Thursday, May 21 & 22, 2014 from 4:00-8:00 pm at Fred Hunter Funeral Home, 718 S. Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316. A Mass will be held on Friday, May 23, 2014 at 10:00 am at St Sebastian Catholic Church, 2000 Marietta Dr., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316. Entombment to follow at Boca Raton Mausoleum & Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Sebastian Catholic Church.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on May 20, 2014.

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Edward Newman

May 14, 2024

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

GUS BELL

June 7, 2014

BIG al was just that ... big in heart big in maintaining friendships big in NEVER HAD A BAD DAY ... big in the memories of those fortunate to have met him ... trust you are as well as you can ... forever a friend in Kentucky

SHIRLEA LAFORCE

June 6, 2014

Such a presense any where he went and with a beautiful companion at his side. My fondest memory is of Al walking into the salon with a bag full of hot dogs from hot dog heaven. He vowed they were the BEST....and they were! When I moved away I missed seeing Al and now I miss him more. So glad you both graced my life.

Fishing trip with the King Fisherman, AL and Mike Dallwitz! Mighty good men we've lost. They're fishing in heaven now!

Annie Treiber

June 5, 2014

Al & Ed Fishing off Ft. Lauderdale

edward newman

June 5, 2014

AL,you are missed vary much already. Every time I my put boat shoes on I think of those great days of fishing. you were a good Friend Al and hope to see you in heaven some day.

joe and maria cazalas

June 5, 2014

Lori, our condolence for you and your family. We had a great evening the night we met for dinner with both of you. We're thinking and praying for you.
Joe and Maria Cazalas

June 2, 2014

Sympathy goes out to the family...we use to have so much fun out on Lake Michigan on the boats passing sliders over in fishing nets with the kids, Kevin and Robin and Brett and Kevin...you will always be fondly remembered you were a Great Guy...Terry Snyder(Capt of the Sting)
Karen Snyder

June 1, 2014

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Don Kovacik

May 27, 2014

Our sincere condolences to all of Al's family. You are each a part of the legacy he leaves behind. I'm certain you all will continue to make him very proud. He lives on in the memories left with each and every one of you.

The Kovacik Family

May 23, 2014

Was so shocked to hear of Al's passing. Just found out or I would have driven to Ft. Lauderdale for the wake. Have know Al since the early 70's. He helped me so much when I started my new company in 1982. He was a special guy. Everyone has my deepest sympathy.
Ron Stok from Prism Painting. Retired in Naples Fl.

Masters Equipment Co Tom Thornton - Owner

May 22, 2014

Our Deepest Condolences to the Kropp Family on the passing of Al. He was a Guy you will never forget. I liked very much working with him in the equipment business. He will be missed. Rest in Peace and my God have His hand on the Family as they go through this grieving time.

May 21, 2014

Dear Lori, Kurt, Anita, Ashley, Lauren and Evan, Our deepest sympathies go out to all of you! We are so sorry to hear of Als passing, he truly was one of a kind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, Mary and Steve Borter

Dick Phillips

May 21, 2014

We were so shocked and saddened by the passing of Al. He will be very much missed by everyone that new him. Al was larger than life! Our thoughts and prayers will be with Lori, Evan and the Kropp family. Hopefully there is fishing in Heaven! Maybe Al is up there dragging baits with my Dad!

Debbie Szyszka

May 20, 2014

I'm so sorry to hear of Al's passing. He has been a client for a long time, we will miss him and pray that he rests in peace. Debbie and Bill of Hays Companies

Hannah Richter

May 20, 2014

You will be very much missed Al!!! You were a good man with a heart of gold. I will never forget the kindness you extended to me and my family. Rest in peace. My sympathy and prayers to the Kropp Family.

John Basil

May 20, 2014

So sorry to hear of this. The world has truly lost a real Mans Man.I will never be able tell Al thank you for all the opportunity's,and great patience he showed to Evan. Rest in peace Big Al.

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