November 29, 2009
Albert, Phillip A.
Phillip Allen Albert, a resident of Roslindale for 50 years, died Friday, November 27th, 2009 at his home in Roslindale. He was 76. Phillip was born July 9, 1933 in Boston, Massachusetts, a son of Philip J. and Louise M. (MacKay) Albert. He graduated from the old Boston Trade School with the Class of 1951 and served in the National Guard from 1952 to 1976 with the rank of Staff Sergeant. Phillip worked as a special needs bus driver for 15 years and for the Stop & Shop store in Dedham for 20 years. He was a retired judge and officer of the Cat Fancier’s Foundation Inc., and a founding father of the Boston Taxi Industry Fund, a fund that helps send taxi drivers children to college. Phillip is survived by his wife of 53 years, Lois Jean (Cassidy) Albert; his six daughters, Laurie J. Albert of Tucson, Arizona, Bette L. Reilly of Norwood, Patricia A. Anastasia of Hyannis, Penny J. Douphinette of Auburn, Maine, Deborah F. Pantages of Attleboro, and Linda M. Evans of Plainville; his two sons, Phillip A. Albert Jr. of Norwood, and David P. Albert of Jacksonville, Florida; his sister, Elaine Vittorossio of Malden; as well as 17 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. he was the brother of the late Ronald Albert. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers donations to Animed Pet Hospital, Attn: Dr. Salter, 918 Providence Highway, Dedham, MA 02026 would be appreciated.
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Dear Bette, Bill and your entire family:
Mary and I wish to express our sympathy in hearing of the loss of your Father. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult of times.
Jim and Mary Strojny
You will be truly missed. CFF survived because of your hard work and dedication to the Fancy. You will always be remembered for your contribution to the Fancy and to it’s members. Thank you for all that you shared with us. Rest in Peace my friend.
So sorry for you & your children, Lois
Sorry for your lost. Our prayes are with you and your family
The cat fancy has lost another legend; a dear, dedicated legend. We have also lost a wonderful, good-hearted friend.
Phil,
I am sorry to hear of your dads passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Lois, Sara and I want to say how very sorry we were to hear of Phil’s passing. He and Sara had bonded, and felt like Dunkin Donut buddies. We are truly sorry for your loss. Mary
My sincere and deepest sympathies go out to Lois and the Albert family. I have many fond memories of Phil behind the judging table in my mnay years of showing in CFF. He did so much for the fancy.
I’m sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
Lois, So sorry to hear of Phils passing,he will be missed by all.
Laurie, Grandma Lois, and family
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Laurie and family,
Our prayers are with you all, and our thoughts will be with you. We are real sorry to hear about your dad Laurie.
Lois, My prayers and deepest sympathy are with you and your family during this difficult time. I look forward to meeting you soon. Laurie is my best friend,and a wonderful person. She has enriched my life. She will always be there for you.
Laurie and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you, we are so sorry for your loss.
I am sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Let it provide solice to you that his journey into eternal life will reflect the life he lived here on earth.
To the Albert Family – Let it provide solice to you that his journey into eternal life will reflect the life he lived here on earth.
there are really no words that come to mind…..bye grampa…i miss you and i’ll love you always
On behalf of the Hazlewood family; our sincere sympathy.
Dear Lois and Family, It was a very sad day when I read of Phil’s crossing. I am sure that Phil will be missed at the
events of CFF. We all share so many wonderful moments during Phil’s tenure as a Judge in The Cat Fancy. May the warmth of those wonderful memories and friendships help to ease the burden of loss that you must all feel.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.