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Wednesday, October 14, 2009

In Memory Of Mary E. Albero

Mary Elizabeth Albero, 71, of Edgewater, MD on Tuesday, October 13, 2009.

Daughter of Beatrice and the late John Kiernan.

Beloved mother of Frank Albero of Virginia Beach, VA, John Albero of Hampton, VA, Joe Albero of Delmar, DE, Mary Therrell of Alexandria, VA and Tom Albero of Boyds, MD. Mary is also survived by her 14 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

Mary was very active in living out her Catholic faith. In her retirement years, she volunteered at a pro-life crisis pregnancy center and promoted adoration of the Blessed Sacrament for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life.

Mary's family invites friends and relatives to remember her in this world and celebrate her journey into heaven by visiting with her at Hardesty Funeral Home, 851 Annapolis Road, Gambrills, MD on Friday, October 16th from 2-4 pm and from 7-9 pm.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church, 16501 Annapolis Road, in Bowie, Maryland on Saturday October 17th. Burial will be at St. Raymond Cemetery in Bronx, NY.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Mary's Center, P.O. Box 1804, Pasadena, MD 21123-1804 or Springhill Center for Family Development 1134 Bacon Ridge Road, Crownsville, MD 21032

55 comments:

Anonymous said...

Sorry for your loss

Anonymous said...

oh joe.. i am so sorry for you and your families loss. if you need anything man, let me know. you all are in my prayers.


eric the barber

Anonymous said...

Joe, Sorry for your familys Loss. We dont agree on alot of things but in times like these, you extend a hand and come together to support the family during this loss. I wish you and your family nothing but the best.

Moon Willow said...

Oh, Joe. I know this must be very hard for you. I'm sorry for your loss.

Anonymous said...

Awww Joe. I'm so sorry. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Let us know if we can help with your grandson or anythng.

Anonymous said...

Sorry for the loss of your Mother, your family will remain in our prayers.

Anonymous said...

Joe, I am sorry for your loss and will keep you and your family in my prayers. Kerry Nelson

10001110101 said...

Joe~Now I understand why you are who you are. The apple does not fall far from the tree. You were truly blessed with a wonderful mother. I grieve for you.

Anonymous said...

My mother passed October 13, 1991, and I still think of her everyday. I believe that moms always watch over us even when they're physically gone. Sorry for your loss, Joe.

Reconciled1 said...

I'm so sorry Joe. You're in our thoughts and prayers at this hard time.

Brenda said...

Joe,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brenda

Anonymous said...

Our thoughts & prayers go out to you & your family Joe..

Mardela said...

I'm saddened by your loss. I lost my mother 12 years ago and still think about and miss her everyday.
If there is anything you need, don't hesitate to call. May God bless you and your family.

Anonymous said...

Our thoughts are with your family and our prayers are for your Mom.
I'm sure Heaven has a new angel.

Anonymous said...

I'm so sorry for your loss Joe. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Anonymous said...

Joe,

I am terribly sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Remember that your mother is always with you. When you least expect it, she will be there with her words of wisdom as I am sure she had given you in the past. Grieve, cry and scream. Then remember, laugh and love. Your love for one another is eternal.
Beth

Anonymous said...

Oh Joe, so sorry for your loss, but may you have comfort in your memories of her. Thoughs and prayers to you and your family.

Anonymous said...

Moms are irreplaceable, but I know that she can rest in peace knowing that she has raised one fine son who has made a change in so many lives. May the lord rest her soul and peace be with you Joe.

Cathy J said...

Joe,
When my husbands parents passed away, we took comfort in this "poem" by Henry Van Dyke - I hope you find comfort in it as well.

"I am standing upon the seashore. A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is an object of beauty and strength. I stand and watch her until at length she hangs like a speck of white cloud just where the sea and sky come to mingle with each other.

Then someone at my side says: “There, she is gone!”

“Gone where?”

Gone from my sight. That is all. She is just as large in mast and hull and spar as she was when she left my side and she is just as able to bear the load of living freight to her destined port.

Her diminished size is in me, not in her. And just at the moment when someone at my side says: “There, she is gone!” There are other eyes watching her coming, and other voices ready to take up the glad shout: “Here she comes!”

And that is dying."

Take care, Joe.

Anonymous said...

Joe,

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thouights are with you.

Tina

Anonymous said...

Joe,
Thoughts and prayers are being sent your way at this sad time.

Joanie said...

Joe, very sorry for the loss of your Mom. You and your family are in my prayers. God Bless

Anonymous said...

Another American taken by a truly vicious desease. Very sorry for your loss Joe.

Livestrong

Robin said...

Joe,
I am sorry for your loss, however rejoice that heaven has a new angel! Blessings to you and your family.

Anonymous said...

Very sorry for your loss Joe.

MD_Progressive

Anonymous said...

Deepest Sympathy

Anonymous said...

Joe,

Sorry for your loss!

Nancy said...

Hey Joe,

I am so sorry that your mom is gone, I know that you will miss her terribly. Just remember that she will always live on in your heart and as long as you live by her example and words of wisdom, she will never die. She is up in heaven with my mom now and I know that mom will take good care of her. The tears are going to fall and let them, but remember the good times and all of the wonderful memories that you shared. Remember the times when you laughed together and it will ease the pain a lot. Steve & I are there for you, just call!

Anonymous said...

Joe,

This poem by Helene Stallcup has always brought me comfort, I hope it eases your pain in some way.

"Afterwards"

Eventually, the grief will fade,
the stabbing pain will ease,
for life will go on as it must
and God will give you peace.

Though joy will never be so full
and grief is never whole,
a deeper, fuller, kinder life,
will stretch the human soul.

Anonymous said...

Joe
Very sorry for your loss!

Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.


Melanie Smith

Anonymous said...

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother.


S.J. & Wanda

Anonymous said...

I am sorry for your loss.
Harold Scott

Anonymous said...

Joe,

Sorry for the loss of your mom. I lost my father to cancer when I was just 21 and cared for him leading up to his passing. I am glad your mom did not have to suffer long and painful battle with this illness. I know it hurts your heart that she is gone, but be thankful she did not suffer greatly for the weeks leading up to her passing.
Bless you and your family.

Anonymous said...

Joe, I am so sorry. God bless her and your family.

Orsonwells said...

My deepest sympathies, Joe. She's holding God's hand now and full of joy.

Anonymous said...

Sorry to hear it, Joe.

Anonymous said...

Joe I am so sorry for your loss.You and your family are in my prayers.Know you are loved Joe!

Patricia

Anonymous said...

joe, im really sorry about your mom. if you need anything let me know. sjd

Anonymous said...

Joe , keep up the faith. Wayne

Anonymous said...

You have a nice looking family, Joe. May peace be with you in time of your grief, and know that your mother is now at rest, and the pain is gone.

Jack K Richards said...

Joe, So sorry to hear of your loss. It is never easy but something that most of us have to contend with during our lifetime, the loss of loved ones. I think she knew she was loved and that is important.


MISS ME BUT LET ME GO
When I come to the end of the road

And the sun has set for me,

I want no tears in a gloom-filled room,

Why cry for a soul set free?

Miss me a little – But not for long

And not with your head bowed low,

Remember the love that we once shared,

Miss me – But let me go.

For this is a journey we all must take,

And each must go alone,

It’s all a part of the Master’s plan

A step on the road to home.

When you are lonely and sick of heart

Go to your friends that we know,

And bury your sorrows in doing good works,

Miss me – But let me go.
*********
jackkcharl@aol.com

Delmar said...

So sorry to hear it, Joe. You have my deepest sympathies.

Anonymous said...

A lovely family picture-everyone really looked happy. Prayers for all of you.

Anonymous said...

Our prayers are with you.
From a friend of your blog.

Anonymous said...

I'm so sorry for the loss of your mother.

My mother also recently passed away and she will be missed tremendously.

You only have one mother and it is unfortunate that life deals such tramatic blows.

My prayers will be with you.

Beazer

Jane said...

Joe, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time. May your special memories of your Mom help you through this time of grief.

Anonymous said...

Thinking of you and the rest of your family during this terrible loss. Great family picture, thanks for sharing with us. Take care of yourself. God Bless you and the rest of your family.

Bob said...

Brother - I'm so sorry. Take time to reflect. If there's anything I can do, you know how to get up with me.

Anonymous said...

My deepest sympathy Joe, I'll keep your family in pray.

TR and family

Anonymous said...

hey joe, sorry that u lost ur mom. If u need anything the Disharoon family is here for you. Scot S.J and Wanda.

Anonymous said...

Joe, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. As someone who has lost a parent at a young age, all I can think about are the great times we had, thinking how sad it is that my dad was never able to see me get married and have kids. All I have are memories and the hope that we will meet again in heaven. At least I still have my mom. I wish my best for you and you family.

Anonymous said...

thoughts and prayers are with you and your family'

Pop-Pop said...

I am very sorry for your loss. God bless and comfort you and your family during this difficult time.

Ray said...

Joe sorry for the loss of your Mom, your family will be in our prayers.
Ray & Carolyn

Anonymous said...

So sorry for your loss. May God bless you all.
Losing parents is a very difficult time for everyone.