of Harrison, AR
September 11, 1935 - May 11, 2024
William "Bill" Albright, age 88, of Harrison passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Countryside Assisted Living, in Harrison. Bill was born September 11, 1935, to Elvis Foley and Hazel (Clough) Albright, in the community of Capps, Arkansas. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Betty Cox and Donna (Sue) Witty.
Bill was a member of Olvey Christian Church. He and Martha were married in the Olvey Christian Church on December 27, 1958. They would have been married 66 years this December. He was a man of faith and loved listening to Martha play church hymns on the piano. He was a devoted Husband, Father, Papa, Great-Papa and Friend. He enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, reading, working crossword puzzles, art work such as paintings and Cardinal's baseball games. The family was so important to Bill.
Bill is survived by his wife Martha; his daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Jay Morton, of Marco Island, Florida; his grandson, William Morton and wife, Sabrina; his granddaughters, Madison Compeau and husband, Ryan and Taylor Scherer and husband, Preston; and his great-grandchild, Lincoln Scherer; and two more little blessings on the way this year; and a host of friends that will miss Bill.
Visitation was on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home.
Service was held on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home with Brother Darrell Still officiating.
The interment was in Maplewood Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Jay Morton, Will Morton, Ryan Compeau, Preston Scherer, Stephen Witty and Mark Witty.
Honorary pallbearers were the staff of Countryside Assisted Living in Harrison.
In lieu of flowers, we ask that a donation be made in Bill's honor to the Arkansas Alzheimer's Association, 201 Markham Center Drive, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205.
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6 Condolence(s)
Glenn and Tami Stolt
Thursday, May 16, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss! We pray you can find peace in knowing your father is with his savior in heaven! Although you will miss him, he is home with God!
We love you all and hope you can find strength in each other as you grieve your loss!
God Bless
Carol Godfrey
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
I was 3 years 9 months when your parents were married. I remember standing on the pew at Olvey during the ceremony. Many times when I was young, I Remember coming to your house and our parents playing cards. Family was very important to all of us. I will miss seeing Bill when I come to Harrison. I know your heart is aching and my thoughts and prayers are with your family. Love Carol
Sue Tennyson
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
So loved your parents Lisa. Cherish the memories shared with Martha. Love and prayers
Judi Cox
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Lisa, I will miss Uncle Bill. I always loved to see him and Aunt Martha when I would visit Harrison. Steve and my kids have such fond memories of him. Love to you and Aunt Martha.
Judi
Paul & Jenn Naife
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Dear Lisa and Jay, we were saddened to hear about your loss. Sorry we were not next door when you received the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. We are always near if you need anything.
Bob and Lisa Massengale
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Lisa, I am so sorry for your loss. Martha and Bill were good friends of my moms. The "Master Chef Bunch". I always enjoyed visiting with
them. Love and prayers for you , Martha and family.