Aaron Leonard Albiani

Aaron Leonard Albiani

The victim of a motorcycle accident, Aaron Leonard Albiani was tragically killed September 10, 2005, at the age of 27. He was born in Eureka on February 11, 1978, and lived most of his life in Scotia and Fortuna. He was a graduate of Fortuna High.

Aaron’s pursuit of peace led him to a world of outdoor wonders where he found freedom from the restrictions of everyday life. He generously shared that passion with anyone who was fortunate enough to find his friendship, charming all with his wonderful smile, kind eyes and honest emotions. He took great pleasure in introducing others to fishing and hunting waterfowl, his favorite activities.

Shelter Cove was Aaron’s personal Eden, a venue of natural serenity that nurtured his passion. There, more than any other place, he communed with the environment, fishing on the expansive ocean and diving for abalone along the rugged shore.

Aaron also found harmony in the wetlands and fields, accompanied by both human and canine friends. He was devoted to his dogs and lovingly cared for them.

An annual source of enjoyment for Aaron was his participation in Reggae on the River where he was employed in the parking crew.

Aaron worked as a carpenter in residential construction and was a skilled craftsman, but his primary motivation was to finance his outdoor activities. He conformed to the constraints of the working world long enough each year to provide support for the less- restrictive lifestyle he preferred.

More than anyone else, Aaron’s younger brother Max both understood and appreciated his spirit. The brothers shared an exceptional and precious kinship. Aaron’s life was also recently enriched by a young woman who had quickly become special to him.

Aaron leaves behind a legacy of love, from those family members and friends who first came to know him as an adorable infant to the peers and companions with whom he shared his unbridled love of life. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sandra Kay (Coppini) Albiani, a loss that claimed part of Aaron’s heart; and his grandmother, Aloe Albiani. He is survived by his father, Bruno Albiani; brother, Max Albiani, both of Fortuna; his grandparents; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

The life of Aaron Albiani will be remembered with a Catholic Mass, scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Saturday September 17, 2005, at St. Joseph’s in Fortuna. A celebration of his life will follow at the parish activities center.

Arrangements under the direction of Goble’s Fortuna Mortuary, Fortuna.

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