Albert Frederick Horst's Obituary
Albert Frederick Horst passed away suddenly in his home on November 21, 2009. He was born on September 9, 1917 in Tabor, Idaho to Rudolph Horst and Marie Fassbender. He spent much of his youth in Kellogg, Idaho. Albert met the love of his life, Bessie, in 1938 and they married that same year. On August 22nd of this year, they celebrated 71 years of marriage. In 1942, they moved from Anaconda, Montana to Tacoma, bringing their boys Rudy and Robert. Their daughter Darlene and son Gary were born soon after. Albert joined the army in November 1943. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the army as a carbine sharp-shooter for which he received commendations. He was a recipient of the European/African/Mid-Eastern Service Medal. He returned to Tacoma and worked as a welder for Tacoma Todd Shipyards. Albert found his calling with the Northern Pacific Railroad. He worked for them for many years and retired at the age of 60 from the South Tacoma Yard. He enjoyed and appreciated his years with the NPRR while Bessie worked as a surgical nurse at Northern Pacific Hospital (later Puget Sound Hospital). Al, Bessie, and their children enjoyed years of fishing, camping, and RV'ing with friends. They spent a lot of quality time at Lake Cushman where they entertained family and friends for many years. Albert loved to spend time working in the garage on projects, including his carving. He and Bessie were both members of the Eagles.
Albert is survived by his best friend and wife, Bessie. Their children and spouses: Rudy (Phyllis), Robert (Lorraine), Darlene Beausoleil (Larry) and Gary (Patricia). Grandchildren Randall, Perry, Janelle, Raymond, Kevin, Lisa, Steven, Machaell, Duane, Gary, Kimberlee and 23 great grandchildren who were lucky to have so many years with great grandpa. He will be missed.
Funeral services will be held Friday the 27th at The Church of the Visitation, 3314 South 58th Street, Tacoma, at 11:00 AM. Preceded by recitation of the Rosary at 10:30 AM. A reception will follow immediately after the service in the church hall. Private internment will take place at Mountain View Cemetery.
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