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“It was nice seeing all of the pictures. I attended all 12 years at Richland Center School with Marilyn as well as church and youth church activities....Read More »
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1 of 18 | Posted by: Betty Nellans Click - Fort Wayne, IN
“Two of my favorite classmates/teammates were Marilyn and Phil during our time at Richland Center. Wishing I had made more effort to stay in touch...Read More »
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2 of 18 | Posted by: Hugh Lewis - St. Augustine, FL
“Please accept our sympathy, we are so sorry for the loss. God be with you during this time and the weeks and months to come.
Thinking back to...Read More »
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3 of 18 | Posted by: Judy (Town) Evans - Rochester, IN
“Phil you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. May God watch over you and help ease your sorrow. Marilyn ...Read More »
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4 of 18 | Posted by: Judy Young Taylor - Rochester, IN
“God does have a plan, it is not for us to ask why. I just buried my Son this past Tuesday. Todd, Marilyn and Bryce are rejoicing together now.
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5 of 18 | Posted by: Tom Alber - Woodburn, IN
“Phil and family,
My deepest condolences for your loss.
Doug
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6 of 18 | Posted by: Doug Lair - Glasgow, KY
“As you review all your precious memories and hold your family close, may you ease past the pain and cherish what you've had, and have now with Amy &...Read More »
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7 of 18 | Posted by: Bob and Ginger Chamness - Poteau, OK
“Our entire staff would like to extend our sincere condolences. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
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8 of 18 | Posted by: Bruce, Bob & Staff - Denver, CO
“Our prayers go up for your loss, may God give understanding and peace to remember the memories that shall never pass. Don and Etta
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9 of 18 | Posted by: Don & Etta Hibner - Kewanna, IN
“Phil and family. I want to send sympathy and prayers to all of you. May God wrap his arms around you and keep you. There are no words that will make...Read More »
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10 of 18 | Posted by: Judy (Stytle) Wilson - Ft. Wayne, IN
“Phil and Family:
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
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11 of 18 | Posted by: Bruce Hess
“Diane,
even thougth I have never met you I do know Phil for some years now and just the fact of knowing him makes me ensure that you were a great...Read More »
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12 of 18 | Posted by: Raul Jimenez - Queretaro, Mexico
“Rest in Peace Aunt Marilyn....
Phil, Amy, Kayla,
May the peace that surpasses all understanding comfort you in the passing of your wife,...Read More »
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13 of 18 | Posted by: Lisa - Warsaw, IN - Niece
“Amy, my heart and prayers go out to you and your family during this very difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss. May God provide peace and...Read More »
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14 of 18 | Posted by: Ann Bradtmueller Underwood - IN
“Love you, Jane
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15 of 18 | Posted by: Jane Beehler Scoville - Phoenix, AZ
“My dear friend, I will miss you in this world. I loved your ready smile, your quick wit and your impish grin. I am so grateful I was able to talk...Read More »
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16 of 18 | Posted by: Sharon - TN - friend
“Marilyn and I met when we were six years old, in the first grade at Richland Center. I think we became best friends from the first time we saw each...Read More »
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17 of 18 | Posted by: Jane Beehler Scoville - phoenix, AZ
“I am deeply saddened and sorry for your loss of Marilyn. Todd has someone to keep him in line now and a fishing partner.
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18 of 18 | Posted by: Scott Downs - Fort Wayne, IN
Marilyn D. Alber, 66, passed away and into the waiting arms of her son, Todd, on Monday, February 6, 2012. Born Marilyn Diane Lough on November 23, 1945, she grew up on her parents farm near Rochester, Indiana, graduated from Richland Center High School and attended Ball State University. On October 23, 1964, Marilyn and Phillip Alber married and together built their life and family in Fort Wayne. Marilyn completed her degree at Indiana University and worked in insurance and finance for several years. In 1982, she established Alber & Associates, Inc., a professional resume consultation and composition firm, committed to serving her clients for 30 years. Marilyn loved her family, her dogs and her home, was an avid NBA and loyal (obsessed?) Indiana Pacers fan, enjoyed music, writing, boating and fishing at the lake, bluebird watching in her backyard, and was extremely proud of her granddaughter Kayla's high school achievements, artistic talent and college path. Marilyn is survived by a close, caring family, devoted husband of 47 years, Phillip Stephen Alber, cherished daughter Amy Diane Alber, precious granddaughter Kayla Marie Diane Alber all of Fort Wayne, mother Orpha H. Lough of Rochester, IN, sisters Betty Myers of Lake Havasu City, AZ and Pat (Bill) Rogers of Phoenix, AZ, sister-in-law Ann Lough of Culver, IN as well as cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family, in-laws and Diana Patterson, her close friend and business associate for the past 27 years. Marilyn was preceded in death by her son Todd Stephen Alber on August 9, 2011, father Greshem F. Lough and brother Greshem Monte Lough. Service is 2 pm, Saturday, February 11, 2012 at D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road with calling one hour prior, Rev. David Mitchell officiating. Calling is Friday, February 10, 2012, from 3 pm to 5 pm & 7 pm to 9 pm. In lieu of flowers, preferred memorials are to the local SPCA or National Kidney Foundation. To sign the online guest book, go to www.mccombandsons.com.
