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Albert Elby Obituary
Albert was born in Brooklyn, NY; was a WWII Army POW; Clark University graduate; and worked at Zareh's, his uncle's haberdashery in Boston, before moving to California. In Sierra Madre he owned a dry cleaning shop for 10 years before retiring to become self employed. Al had a gentle spirit; wonderful sense of humor; true servant's attitude; and a great love for the Lord, his family and his country.
Services will be held January 9, 2010. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to Al's church of 52 years - Bethany Church, 93 N. Baldwin Ave, Sierra Madre, CA 91024.
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Liane D'Arezzo
January 7, 2010
Uncle Al was one of the Godliest men I have ever met - I'm sure the angels are having a party to celebrate his arrival. He will be greatly missed by his earth-bound family. Blessings and prayers go out to his family.
Betsy Morse Armour
January 7, 2010
Over the years, much has changed at Bethany Church - except our favorite "Uncle Al". I knew I would always see his cheery smile, recieve the "teasing" & the hugs that came from a very dear friend. My heart & love goes out to Ida & the rest of the family - you are in my thoughts. I know there is a lot of rejoicing in Heaven because Uncle Al is home!! He's with my parents and so many other loved ones that have graduated and are at out Savior's house. I know we will meet again someday - and Uncle Al is one who held my hand & taught me the way!
God bless you and keep you until we meet again :0)
mimma beatrizotti
January 6, 2010
Albert was one of my favorite patients at the dental office, and I looked forward to his visits and chats about music and many other things. I say a prayer and send love to his family at this sad time. Ida, God bless you and keep close to your family. They take care of us at these times.
Ken Wheeler
January 4, 2010
Betty and I are saddened to hear of Al's passing. He was a wonderful Christian man who contributed significantly to the furtherance of the Gospel at Bethany Church. Our most sincere condolences to Ida and the rest of the family.
Warmest regards in Christ,
Ken and Betty Wheeler
Sue Rhea (Moomjean)
January 3, 2010
Oh, I can't believe Uncle Al is gone...but so glad he is with our Savior he so loved and served. A truly remarkable man of God who I will forever remember as a fun loving man who always had a hug and a kind word for me. Much love and prayers to the family! From Sue Moomjean Rhea aka "Blondy" as Al called me.
Susan and Barry Fisher
January 3, 2010
Sorry to read about Mr. Elby. Our family has fond memories of our MLK 3- day weekends at your Lake Arrowhead cabin. For many years a few of our friends rented the cabin for that weekend. Our young children would sled down the driveway and now our grandchildren in New Jersey are using that sled. Thanks for the memories. We send our condolences to your extended family.
Sincerely,
Susan and Barry Fisher
Joan Daughney
January 3, 2010
Sorry to hear about Albert. He was avery kind gentleman.He was my mom's first cousin.
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