Book of Memories for Bruce R. Albelda

Memorial Candle lit by Alyson Chatterjee

Tue, 21 Apr 2015 17:44:11 EDT

Alyson Chatterjee

Condolence From Alyson Chatterjee

Tue, 21 Apr 2015 17:42:29 EDT

I know that Bruce was well loved and respected. He had great character and a big heart. His presence in the community and amongst his friends was always strong. I know he is proud of his two girls and of Sarah. Thinking of you all during this time.

Memorial Candle lit by Steve Troyer

Sat, 17 May 2014 02:38:49 EDT

Steve Troyer

Condolence From Ivan & kathy, lisa & juliana

Fri, 02 May 2014 07:09:44 EDT

We are so shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Bruce's passing and your loss. Our prayers are with you, Sarah, and the girls, as you try to cope. Please let us know if we can do anything for you. With deepest sympathies, the valcarenghi's

Condolence From Ivan & kathy, lisa & juliana

Fri, 02 May 2014 00:21:08 EDT

Memorial Candle lit by The Shupe family

Wed, 30 Apr 2014 16:34:26 EDT

The Shupe family

Memorial Candle lit by laura seligsohn, williams '85

Wed, 30 Apr 2014 13:36:17 EDT

laura seligsohn, williams '85

Memorial Candle lit by The Schwab family: Julie, Joe, David, Brian and Matthew

Tue, 29 Apr 2014 20:32:45 EDT

The Schwab family: Julie, Joe, David, Brian and Matthew

Memorial Candle lit by Kell O'Hara

Tue, 29 Apr 2014 18:07:37 EDT

Kell O'Hara

Condolence From Rodney Shapard, Sr.

Tue, 29 Apr 2014 17:56:58 EDT

This is close to losing a son. In our town, Mt Lebanon, Pa the schools were spaced so that everyone walked to school. My son, Bruce and several others always walked together. They saw the orange and black tree trimming trucks, were fascinated with the name and decided to call themselves the "Asplundh's". They have continued through out their lives to keep in touch, go to each other's weddings, etc. Bruce lived just down the street. He spent at least 4, possibly as many as 6 years on my son's little league baseball team that I coached. I loved all these kids. They were all great, became good men and Bruce was at the top. The director of our little league asked me to do him a favor and draft Bruce because Bruces's dad was his boss and Bruce wanted to be with us. I wouldn't have had it any other way. I am deeply saddened by this loss and feel so bad for his wonderful family.

Condolence From Marlene Kim

Tue, 29 Apr 2014 10:06:37 EDT

My sincere condolences for such a loss and tragedy. You are in our thoughts.

Condolence From Julie Nelson

Tue, 29 Apr 2014 09:54:17 EDT

My thoughts are with Randy and all of your family, in this time of loss and grief.

Condolence From Gary and Janet Clarin

Tue, 29 Apr 2014 09:45:48 EDT

Bruce was a good friend and I always enjoyed playing golf with him at Edgewood. He will be missed and those of us on the 1st tee on Saturday and Sunday mornings will remember him everytime we have a "skins" game.

Condolence From Brian Rutledge

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 20:53:39 EDT

I am so sad to hear this news and my thoughts go out to Bruce's entire family. At Williams it was always a joy to run into Bruce on campus: so smart, so engaging, so thoughtful and above all so kind. I always left our brief chats with a big smile. My sincere condolences. Brian Rutledge.

Condolence From Nurul Aman

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 17:25:17 EDT

I am very sorry to hear about this expected passing of Bruce Albelda. His sister Randy Albelda is our colleague and friend at UMass Boston. I sincerely convey my deepest thoughts and prayers for his departed soul for rest in peace and happiness. I also wish my best wishes for his surviving family members. Best Regards, Nurul Aman Economics Department Univ. of Massachusetts Boston

Condolence From Kevin Benson

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 17:21:03 EDT

Sarah, I am so sorry to hear this news. I did not know Bruce, but your love of him and family was always clear in our conversations. Ann and I will pray for you and for him. No words can can soften the loss and emptiness you are feeling, but please know you will be very much in our thoughts and prayers. Kevin

Condolence From David Mosey

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 15:42:46 EDT

Bruce was blessed with a remarkable mind and spirit that brought out the best in everyone around him. Knowing him is a gift -- thank you, Bruce, from all us at Mount Lebanon High School to whom you shared your light.

Condolence From Katherine Boozer Côté

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 15:40:09 EDT

Oh my! I am in shock! And I'm so sorry for your family's loss. Bruce was such a wonderful guy! I did not really get to know him until working for the Williams Alumni Fund together. He was so dedicated, so reliable and thoughtful about his work for Williams. He loved the college and his classmates and thoroughly enjoyed re-connecting with each one each year. He routinely took on more than his share of the AF class load--because he truly loved what he was doing. I am getting teary as I write this because I cannot believe that he will not be there on the next conference call. I came to rely on him greatly and will miss his energy, good will and dogged determination. God bless your family in this difficult time! My thoughts and prayers are with you!

Condolence From Nancy Russell McKenna

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 15:09:17 EDT

Bruce and I were neighbors in Mt Lebanon and attended school together from Hoover Elementary school through high school He always made it a point to join us at our high school reunions and always such a kind friendly soul. I am very sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers. Take care.

Condolence From Maria Quillard

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 15:07:11 EDT

I was shocked and saddened to hear the news from a Williams classmate about Bruce's untimely passing. 50 years is much too young! Bruce served as my class agent and I will always remember his personal handwritten notes. In fact, I can picture in my mind his handwriting as I type this message. Bruce told me that Sarah worked in investor relations as I had done for many, many years. He asked about my golf game. He spoke fondly of his beloved daughters. And we shared stories of our mutual Tibetan Terriers, Quincy and Petra. He had such a wonderful way about him and was always so thoughtful. He will be missed by everyone who had the opportunity to know him.

Condolence From Sy and Dorothy Brecher

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 14:09:12 EDT

The Brechers,Sy,Dorothy,Martha,Amy and Rich are overwhelmed by this loss. It seams like just yesterday when the Brechers and Albedas celebrated the Passover Seder together.Our hearts go out to the Albelda family. Sy and Dorothy

Condolence From The Glenn's

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 13:25:05 EDT

Sarah, Ryan and Alison, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our heartfelt condolences go out to your entire family. We hope that you are able to find peace. Love, Matt, Laura, Riley, Taylor and Jack Glenn

Memorial Candle lit by Laurin Moore

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 11:45:23 EDT

Laurin Moore

Condolence From The Keenan Family

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 11:09:21 EDT

To the Albelda Family - we were so sorry to learn of your sad news. I will always consider myself lucky to have had the chance to get to know Bruce over the last decade and am a better person for having met a person of his extraordinary caliber. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time and we hope the joy that all of us gained through being his friend can somehow offset your grief in even a small way. Sincerely. Joe and the Keenan Family

Condolence From The Swanson Family

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 10:59:55 EDT

Bruce, you will be missed. To the Albelda family, we are so sorry for your loss.

Condolence From Kasey Byrne

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 10:55:03 EDT

What a terrible loss. Bruce was a kind, thoughtful, good friend. Sarah, I remember when Bruce told me he was getting married - he had the air of someone who couldn't believe his good fortune. I'm incredibly sorry for your family's loss, and wish I had better words to be of help.

Memorial Candle lit by The Holingers

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 10:31:47 EDT

The Holingers

Condolence From Mario Cirignani

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 09:20:48 EDT

Our hearts are broken. Bruce was a wonderful man. He would always greet you with a smile and a hand shake. This was a man who chose to be a dad every day. Dedicated to his children and in love with his wife, the comfort I take in recognizing how he appreciated his life daily does not lessen my sadness brought by his untimely passing. Bruce will be missed.

Condolence From Larry Lebowitz

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 09:04:36 EDT

I am so sad to hear about Bruce's passing. Although I had not seen him for many years, Bruce and I were good friends both at Mt. Lebanon High School and as co-workers at Cooper Sports. Bruce was always just such a bright (incredibly bright), upbeat and positive person who I was always happy to see upon his return trips to Pittsburgh. My most sincere condolensces to his wife and daughters who, knowing Bruce, are lovely people with great big hearts.

Condolence From Michael Gillis

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 05:25:53 EDT

I am very sorry to hear of Bruce's passing. I met Bruce in 1981 at Williams College and have valued his friendship ever since. Bruce had a spirit and energy that brought many people together. He was very generous and thoughtful. He will be greatly missed by his Williams friends and all how knew him. Thought and prayers go out to his family.

Condolence From Mary Beth Miotto

Sun, 27 Apr 2014 22:23:52 EDT

Having just heard of the sad news of Bruce's passing, I was flooded with wonderful memories of his presence as a classmate at Williams. I can honestly say that Bruce was one of the most genuine and kind-hearted individuals I have never known. I cannot think of a time when he was not cheerful and yet his demeanor was not one of shallow cheer. He was somehow able to connect with so many people in a meaningful way. At this most difficult time for your family, please know that there are many friends whom Bruce had not seen in decades who still hold strong feelings for him in our hearts. The world will miss Bruce because he brightened all of our lives.

Condolence From Scott Hollander

Sun, 27 Apr 2014 22:21:35 EDT

R.I.P. Bruce Albelda. We’ll miss you and your rare combination of intelligence, exuberant curiosity and presence, genuine interest in others, many kindnesses, and constant connection to friends. Hard to fathom that your kind heart, which gave so much to others, could fail you. Sarah, Ryan and Alison (and Randy & Steven), I’m so sorry. Knowing how deeply I feel Bruce’s loss as a friend, I can’t imagine what it’s like to lose him as a husband, father or brother. My heart goes out to you. A group of Bruce’s Pittsburgh friends will be in Chicago Tuesday to pay tribute to Bruce. He's missed dearly already.

Condolence From Leslie Besecke and Anish Chatterjee

Sun, 27 Apr 2014 22:14:56 EDT

Sarah, Ryan and Alison, Our hearts go out to you and your family at this time. We are shocked and very saddened by the news of Bruce's passing. We will remember Bruce fondly as a devoted father to his girls, an avid runner and a passionate member of his community. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers and that we are here for you. With heartfelt condolences, The Chatterjee Family Anish, Leslie, Alyson, Julia and Evan

Condolence From Peter Wiggin

Sun, 27 Apr 2014 20:24:50 EDT

My heart goes out to the family of Mr. Albelda. I knew him as a paddle tennis player and a friend of my dad's, but I remember him especially for being a wonderful family man. Some days, I felt like he had so much fatherly love to give that some of it spilled over onto me: the way he told stories, the way he listened, the way he laughed. What a kind, genuine, cheerful person. Mr. Albelda will be dearly missed, and never forgotten.

Condolence From Anne Melvin

Sun, 27 Apr 2014 20:07:24 EDT

Bruce was such a positive, optimistic, wonderful human being. I'm so shocked to hear this. He and I kept in touch with a friendly, affectionate rivalry over who could raise the most money for our beloved college, Williams. Each year we exchanged emails and phone calls, and kept tabs on each other's lives. He was a gentle soul and an intelligent, thoughtful man. He will be missed.

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Sun, 27 Apr 2014 14:56:19 EDT