BORN

1923

DIED

2010

FUNERAL HOME

Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home

3827 Canal Street

New Orleans, Louisiana

George Albert Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 2, 2010.

George Joseph Albert, age 86, died peacefully at home on April 1, 2010, surrounded by his family after a long illness. He was a native of New Orleans, a resident of Chalmette for fifty two years, and resided in Pearl River for his final years. Beloved husband of Rosemary Carreras Albert for 63 years. Loving father of Sherin Colombo (husband Anthony) and Rosemary Moity (husband Steve). He was preceded in death by his parents Louise and Arthur R. Albert, Sr., and brothers Arthur, Jr. and Henry. Devoted grandfather of Anthony Colombo,III (wife Jamie Ragas), Brandon Colombo (wife Jennifer Couvillion), Michelle Moity Martrain (husband Kevin Martrain) and Stephen Moity, Jr (wife Megan Maraia). He is survived by 7 great grandchildren, Kyle, Jacob, Emily, and Micah Colombo, Alexander and Abigail Martrain and Parker Albert Moity.

He served in the US Navy during World War II, was Post Commander of VFW post 3706 and served as All State Commander. He was a retired member of IBEW Local 130.

The family would like to express gratitude to the Lakeshore Hospice Group for 9 months of dedicated service, especially Barbara, Lisette, Gina, and Tasha.

A Funeral Mass will be held in the Chapel of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home, 3827 Canal St., on Thursday, April 8, 2010 at 1:30 PM. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM. Interment will be in St. Patrick Cemetery #1. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lakeshore Hospice, 2659 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, LA 70471. Express condolences at www.schoencanalstreet.com.

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April 2, 2019

Anthony Beverung

George & Rosemary were great neighbors. They raised 2 daughters to be excellent children. May they both rest in peace. Anthony Beverung

April 21, 2010

Rosie and Sherin, I just heard tonight of the loss of your dad. My deepest sympathy and love to you both and your families. Love Toni Barcelona Braud

April 12, 2010

I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family of Brother Albert. He was a member of the IBEW Local Union #130 for the past 62 years. I would like to express gratitude for his dedication to his craft and his contribution to the Brotherhood.

Clay J. Leon, III
Business Manager/Financial Secretary

April 8, 2010

Paul & Cherie Blanchard

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

April 7, 2010

Dear Sherin & family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I know your Dad is in a better place. God Bless him, your Mom, and your entire family. Stephenie Ruiz McGoey, [email protected], in Madisonville, LA

April 7, 2010

Gina Gautier Steber R.N., Lakeshore Hospice

May God Bless you and help you through this time. Thank you so much for allowing us in your home to care for Mr. George. It truly was a blessing to get to know everyone. I am going to miss ya'll.

Thank you Lord for sending your beautiful angel to Mr. George, giving him that moment of happiness and letting him share that with his wife and ultimately the rest of us.

Praying for your family,

April 7, 2010

Sandre & Johnny Gerage

Sherin ,
Johnny and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. I know this is a hard time for your entire family. Please know that our thougts and prayer are with you all.

April 7, 2010

Anthony Beverung

I'm sorry for your loss. George was a great neighbor on Livingston. Anthony Beverung Bay St. Louis, Ms.

April 6, 2010

Dear Rosemary, Sherin, and Rosemary,
It was such an honor to know and care for George. He was truly a dear man and one I will not forget. Know that you are in my heart and prayers.

Barbara Kuper, RN, Lakeshore Hospice

April 6, 2010

Linda Brown

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

April 6, 2010

Denise O'Connor

Sherin, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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