Kenneth L. Albert

VOORHEESVILLE—Kenneth L. Albert, 82, entered into eternal life on Friday, October 17, 2008. Born in Albany to William and Bertha Albert on Feb 15, 1926, Ken leaves behind three loving children—Nancy Albert Field of Atlanta, GA; James L. Albert (Joni) of Naples, FL; and David K. Albert (Frances) of Slingerlands, NY.
Ken is also survived by his four grandchildren—Katharine Field, Meredith Field Snellings, Justin Albert, and Caroline Albert, as well as his former wife, Virginia P. Albert and his cat, Miss Kitty. He was pre-deceased by first wife Mary Coffey Albert and an infant daughter, both of whom died in 1960, and his brother, William C. Albert. He was a communicant of Christ the King Church in Guilderland.
Ken graduated from Albany High School and Albany Business College, then served in the United States Navy during World War II. Following an honorable discharge from the Navy, he started his career as a salesman for Remington Rand and International Playtex, Inc. In 1970, he transitioned into a new career as a stockbroker at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner and Smith, where he eventually rose to become a senior vice president. Later, he joined Prudential-Bache Securities as senior vice president of investments, and worked there until his retirement. In addition to his love of the stock market, Ken was a talented artist who, early in life, chose to forgo a career in commercial art due to his mother's illness.
Throughout his life, Ken enjoyed sports and was himself an avid outdoorsman. He was an excellent handball and racquetball player, and continued to play racquetball and exercise well into his seventies. Ken enjoyed hunting, as well as boating, swimming and water skiing on Lake George. During summer weekends, he could often be found piloting his boat through the Narrows and anchoring in Red Rock Bay.
Ken loved spending time with his family and close friends, as well as traveling to tropical and exotic locations. He was a devoted father who adored his children and left them with many happy memories. A strong athlete with a gentle touch, Ken brought joy into the lives of those around him. His strength, faith and zeal for life helped him overcome a battle with cancer in 1983.
During his retirement, he spent much of the winter with friends in Florida, dining out and watching sporting events. He will be remembered always for his easy-going nature, graciousness and sense of humor. He will be greatly missed.
Funeral services will be Tuesday morning at 10:00 at Christ the King Church, Guilderland where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be Monday from 4 to 8 at New Comer Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd. Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave). The parish family of Christ the King Church will gather at 4:30 for a service of prayer and remembrance. All are welcome. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Mohawk & Hudson River Humane Society, Oakland Ave. Menands, NY 12204 in memory of Kenneth L. Albert. To leave a special message for the family online, visit NewconerAlbany.com