Tricky Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Sad news. He only lived round the corner from me and I always assumed I'd bump into him one day. Never did and now never will. So long Albert T, always entertaining. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHAIRBOY Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Thats very sad news to hear. I met Albert as a member of the walking group a couple of years ago now. Albert was a friendly cheerful chap who had many interesting stories to tell. I will never forget his generosity (he offered to buy me some proper walking boots when he saw me wearing some old trainers!). I would like to send my best wishes to his family and especially to his wife who i also met and found to be lovely and friendly. Does anyone know what the funeral arrangements are? As i would like to attend and pay my respects if i am not too late. TOMORROW Smith Albert Terrence - Passed away peacefully in St Lukes Hospice on January 24, aged 71 years. Dearly loved husband of Elaine, loving dad of Andrew and the late David and Roger. Service to take place at Hutcliffe Wood Crematorium on Tuesday February 3, at 2.00pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for either W.O.R.K Ltd or St Lukes Hospice may be sent c/o G&M Lunt, 36 Abbey Lane, S8 0GB. Published in the TheStar.co.uk on 29 Jan 2009. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neoteric Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 That is sad news. I have a great respect for Albert because of his lifelong love of walking and his extensive knowledge of of walking in this area. Listening to Albert's stories always made the walks more informative and enjoyable. He knowledge about the history and association of walking with the early socialist movement will be sadly missed. RIP Albert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parkwoman Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Both Rob and I are very sorry to hear this news. We only met Albert on a few walks but he had a wealth of knowledge about the history of all the places en route. On one walk that he led he even took us all back to his house (rather than the pub!) where his wife made cups of tea for a group of strangers. He'll be remembered for a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenC Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 That's very sad. I never knew him personally, but his many contributions to this section (and the rest of the forum) will not be forgotten. My deepest sympathies to his family. RIP Albert. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billysmum Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I met Albert many times through the walking group. He was a perfect gentleman and will be sadly missed. My sympathies go to his wife and the rest of his family. RIP Albert. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Very sorry to see this news. I met him doing research on first world war graves. Interesting chap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willman Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Sincere condolences - my experiences were only online but always memrable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fox20thc Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I never met Albert, but I loved his posts. His tales about the raft race on the canal which I remember vividly following down the towpath as a kid He was argumentative, funny and so very interesting. I do hope somebody gives this thread to his family so they know how wide his knowledge and oral history went to enrich our memories. RIP Albert, a great story teller. foxy x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strix Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Oh dear - my condolences to his family Although Albert and I initially locked horns, we had common interests in places on SF, and we did eventually exchange PMs I'd always hoped to meet this colourful knowledgeable character some day - sadly it wasn't to be Rest in Peace Albert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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