Albert F. Heinrich Jr.

Albert F. Heinrich, Jr., 87, of Clark Mills, NY departed this life on August 10, 2025 at Wynn Hospital in Utica, NY. Albert was born in Utica, NY the son of the late Albert F. Heinrich, Sr. and Joan Green Heinrich. He was a graduate of New Hartford High School. In 1954 Al enlisted in the US Air Force where he specialized as an Aircraft engine mechanic; he was honorably discharged in 1958. He was employed with US Airlines and retired after 36 years of faithful service. He also worked part time after retirement at Slocum Dixon Clinic. He was united in marriage with Elvira Migliaccio April 12, 1969 and maintained a loving devotion for 45 years until her passing in 2014. He is survived by two sons; Michael Heinrich and his wife Doreen, Jeffrey and his wife Andrea, by his daughter Lori LaBriola and her husband Tony, his sister Joyce Prieto, sister-in-law Marilyn Heinrich, stepdaughter Philomena Centolella, stepdaughter-in-law Maria Centolella. Also surviving are his 13 grandchildren and several great grandchildren He was predeceased by brothers Robert, Harold, and James Heinrich, stepson Ralph Centolella in 2021, and one grandson David Talerico in 2022. Al enjoyed many hobbies throughout his life. He was a member of the Ilion, Clinton and New York Mills Gun Clubs. He enjoyed going to various car shows around the area and loved to fish, travel, and ride his scooter. Al's celebration of life will be held at graveside at St. Agnes Cemetery, Friday Aug. 22, 2025 at 10 a.m. with military honors conferred by the United States Air Force. Arrangements are under the guidance of John L Matt Funeral Home, Chadwicks, NY. To send an online greeting go to: www.johnlmattfuneralhome.com