Memories of Albert L. A. Graham

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Carma Chin

I was [ devastated ] when I heard the news of Albert's passing. We had been friends from Midwood Street and shared many good times with the family. He attended some Christmas Eve services at St. Mark’s where I sang in the choir because he loved to hear me sing Oh Holy Night. I will always remember those beautiful memories. Love you Albert.

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Faith Richardson

It's been a year since you left us but the pain is still fresh, as if it were yesterday. I miss you and now Chris is there with you. I bet you both are having one of your lengthy conversations about politics and pop culture, laughing and sharing. Until we meet again my dearest "Frederico."

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Hello Faith, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today 10/26/21 as I/we remember and celebrate the life of your brother Albert (Mr. Graham to me).  My maiden name was also Graham so we always joked that we might somehow be related.  I was also a neighbor of your dad in Canarsie.  Your brother was the inspiration behind my husband and I acquiring our "American Dream".  He made it happen for us and we will be FOREVER grateful.  Mr. Graham  was a kind, genuine and compassionate man.  An  encourager, a motivator a teacher and confidant.  A man that LOVED his family and cared deeply for his friends.  He often shared his deep love for you his only sister and your son Christopher.    His Mom was the apple of his eyes and he spoke so highly of her.  He was proud of his brothers and his entire family.  Our last conversation was for his birthday 2019 and was shocked beyond belief after investigating his lack of response to my text messages from Christmas and at the beginning of 2020 and found out he had passed.  I will cherish his memory forever and hold on to the special gift of a large print bible which he gave to me as a gift for Christmas 1999.  Happy Heavenly Birthday Mr. G, we miss you. Continue to sleep peacefully in the arms of Jesus until we meet again.

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Michael Asante

It has been a long, lonely year. There are moments that I believe you are still with us. You are on the road and will call in a short time. That is how strong your spirit is. That's how strong your LOVE for family and friends was. You will always be in our hearts. Thank you for being my BELOVED BROTHER.

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Hazel Tabois

It has been one year since you have departed this Earth. You are missed every day. You were a man's man. You were calm, caring and a thoughtful person and will remain so in my heart until the end of time. You were loved and respected by many. You cast a long shadow of splendor that will live on with me forever. Thirty five years of knowing you was a long time but forever is longer, and that's where you will stay. Rest on my beloved Al G.
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Hazel

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Jennifer Asante

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Fun in the sun

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Marene Coye-Baynes

I usually call Albert today to wish him happy birthday. He in turn would constantly make me laugh and reminded... Read more I usually call Albert today to wish him happy birthday. He in turn would constantly make me laugh and reminded me of how his ... Read more I usually call Albert today to wish him happy birthday.... Read more

Jennifer Asante

Mom was the glue to the family.

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Jennifer Asante

Family fun..Love my brothers

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Jennifer Asante

Albert and his family..

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Faith Graham-Richardson

Family and Friends,
Again, thank you for the outpouring of love, support and donations to St. Jude's Hospital. Seeing everyone who we remember fondly from years past, warmed our hearts and sustained us. It is a testament to the love and respect that is shared. We wish you continued blessings.
Love,
The Graham Family

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Janet Cartselos

I lost touch with Albert, early 2019 was our last conversation, was trying to call Albert on a number I have. I was shocked and saddened to learn Albert passed away, I cried, I was introduced to Albert from a good friend, we chatted on the telephone, ( I was in Britain ) I had a small property company, finding Soccer  players from Britain property in the US mainly Florida and Miami, we chatted extensively before we eventually met Albert and Hazel, who gracefully took us under their wing during our property search. My daughter Juanita and I had a special bond with Albert and Hazel from the moment we met them both.  to this day I’m ever so grateful to have met Albert, my daughters Father passed away in Ocho Rios JA on July 2019 also,On his knowing, Albert called them to convey his condolences, in life you get that one person who makes a lasting impression, I’m sad to even be writing this, to all Albert’s family and friends, a great void is on our hearts. Janet Cassidy and my daughter Juanita Wray. Please if anyone can share any further info please email me : janetcartselos@aol.com x

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Stuart Wilson

Albert the tennis pro...there was a time tennis was the 'thing' for Albert. I remember I had this in a collection of photos Albert asked me to restore.

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Barry Crooks

Thanks Stuart for sharing. Thanks Stuart for sharing. Thanks Stuart for sharing.

Stuart Wilson

A tribute to Albert L. A. Graham (Oct 26, 1949 – Nov 13, 2019)

I am here to say a few words about my friend, Albert. He left way too soon for us, but on time according to God’s schedule. I met Albert in 1970, when he joined the Brooklyn College soccer team. We became life-long friends. We both shared the same major, Biology. We both were pre-med. We bonded at Brooklyn College. We studied hard, but we had fun. We had a small, but solid, group of friends…people like Ashton Black, Barry Crooks, Johnny Black, and Michael (his brother). For a quiet guy, Albert sure knew lots of people. He always seemed to know where the parties were…not many parties got by us.
I met the love of my life, Maureen, at Brooklyn College…and when we decided to get married in 1974, I asked Albert to be my Best Man. I thought he was the most mature of our group. If you asked Albert to do something, he did it and did it well. Looking back, Albert always had a sense of responsibility. So, in 1976, when Maureen and I were looking for a godfather for our first child. We looked no further than Albert.
Back in the day, Albert was a mild-mannered guy. When the group got raucous, he was the quiet one. There was no boasting or swagger in the Albert I knew. He was unassuming. But, he could be intense…Threaten, or even appear to threaten, his family or his friends and a hidden Albert would appear. I borrow from Shakespeare when I say, Albert could disguise “fair nature with heart-favored rage, and assume the aspect of a tiger.” At times like that, you wanted him to be on your side.
Albert was a decent man. He cared about his fellow man. If he saw a wrong, he wanted to right it. He was always doing good for someone.
The ability to be sociable was key to Albert’s success in life. Whether it was selling real estate or helping a youth group, he was always concerned about others.
During my 26 years in the United States Air Force we did not see much of each other, but our friendship remained strong. We stayed in touch about the big things happening in our lives. When I told him, I was retiring to Florida and wanted to go someplace where there were hills, he reminded me of Clermont. Clermont has been the perfect place for Maureen and me. He was still being my best man.
Albert’s sudden passing sucked the air out of the room and reminded us how fragile and precious life is. Albert’s brothers and sister, Floyd, Peter, Michael, and Faith share the deep grieving of siblings who won’t be able to build and share their futures together with him…and so they will revel in sharing the memories that start, “Remember when Butty did [so and so].”
Albert’s life partner for 35 memorble years, Hazel, will have a large hole in her heart. How will she fill it? With her memory of his love for her, which will see her though
Albert’s in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends will miss the opportunities for building new memories, for learning and sharing new life lessons with Uncle Albert, Butty, or whatever name you had for him that day.
Longfellow’s “A psalm of Life” inspires readers to live actively, and neither lament the past or take the future for granted. These attributes would’ve resonated with Albert.
"Lives of great men all remind us… We can make our lives sublime,
And, departing, leave behind us… Footprints on the sands of time;
Footprints, that perhaps another, … Sailing o'er life's solemn main,
A forlorn and shipwrecked brother, … Seeing, shall take heart again.
Let us, then, be up and doing, … With a heart for any fate;
Still achieving, still pursuing … Learn to labor and to wait."

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Dunbar McFarlane

It was such a pleasure to have known my little brother, Albert for 50 years. I thank God for the very fine person that he was; for his thoughtfulness and for his God-fearing ways. I pray that his soul will rest in eternal peace.
I also pray that our God will continue to bless his family richly and encircle them with his conforting arms.

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Floyd Graham

"Eulogy to Albert" by Floyd Graham

Seventy years ago, GOD placed a baby on this earth in Jamaica. His parents, Bertie and Lydia, named him “Albert Leonard Anthony Graham”. I suspected that he was special in their eyes because he was the only son afforded three Christian names. The other sons were given only two Christian names. Obviously he was special and was slated for greatness and distinction.

Before Albert migrated to the United States to join his parents and two older brothers, he attended Knox College where he excelled in academics and sports – representing the school in soccer, cricket and track and field athletics. He continued in this vein at Brooklyn College, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry then went on to Downstate College of Medicine.

Who was Albert? He was a man who personified dignity, humility and unselfishness. His charm was effortless and reassuring. He always strove for the best and to be the best. “Mediocrity” was not a word he liked. He wanted others to do the same and would help whenever and wherever he could. If he did not immediately see a way, he would eventually find a way. He encouraged many in pursuing their dreams and not to give up. He was not a man to give up easily. His deep faith in GOD did not allow this. He believed persistence would finally conquer stubborn difficulties. Albert was a magnet to children. Children loved him and he adored them tenderly. I am often reminded of Jesus saying to His disciples, “Suffer the little children to come unto me and forbid them not”, whenever I saw Albert in the midst of children.

Albert was a true Christian whose roadmap to life was The Holy Bible. He embraced Jesus Christ as his Savior. He was never disappointed when the Triune GOD did not grant him his wish after he prayed, even incessantly. He took comfort in knowing that GOD knows best and always gives the best to His children. His adoration for GOD was amply demonstrated when he sang hymns with much gusto (in his fine tenor voice). All the hymns which we are singing today in this funeral service were some of his favorites.

GOD is good to give us Albert, our brother, uncle and friend because our lives would certainly be lacking in GOD’s eyes. He was a springboard to GOD for us. He reminded us of GOD through his Christian beliefs and behaviour. For this we are extremely grateful to him. I know that we will be with Albert once more but only if we submit to the Everlasting GOD, believe fully in Him and serve him faithfully. We will have to walk the road to Heaven if we want to commune with Albert once again. Let’s be careful with our lives and live by GOD’s Word.

O death, where is thy sting? O grave where is thy victory?

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Melanie Neita

We are so sorry for this deep loss that you and we are all experiencing, but are heartened to know that without... Read more We are so sorry for this deep loss that you and we are all experiencing, but are heartened to know that without a doubt the pain... Read more We are so sorry for this deep loss that you and we ... Read more

Dunbar McFarlane

My little brother, Albert walked good, and he walked tall. I give God thanks for having made him the very... Read more My little brother, Albert walked good, and he walked tall. I give God thanks for having made him the very fine individual that... Read more My little brother, Albert walked good, and he walked... Read more

Beverley Mundy

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Noreen Griffith

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Ken Cartonla

Thirty years ago we became friends and until recently, Albert always stayed in touch. His very thoughtful... Read more Thirty years ago we became friends and until recently, Albert always stayed in touch. His very thoughtful and loving concern for... Read more Thirty years ago we became friends and until recently,... Read more

Hazel Tabois

Reflections by Hazel Tabois.
I am very blessed to have family and friends gathered today to honor the memory of a wonderful, honest, peace-loving, intelligent passionate, loving and a very handsome man. These positive adjectives that are used to describe Albert could go on and on.
I look at the faces of those gathered here, I am assured that you all have a remarkable story that projects a special and personal relationship. Albert and I have formed a very unique relationship that extends from a successful business to a deep personal togetherness for over 35 years achieving great milestones in business.
Albert’s calling card was his personal attention to clients needs as he strive to satisfy that every requirement. He has been my lover, my leader, my guide and my adviser and most of all my very best friend. Albert had the magic that tempered my anxiety. Our love is not easily found and has carried us through many deep waters. I would not trade Albert L. A. Graham for anything or anyone in this world.
As I say goodbye to Albert, I would like to thank everyone for sharing love, honor and respect for a very special person and a life well lived. As he is lovely called by some Uncle G also Mr. G. Rest in Jesus arms my beloved Albert. As I stated he was my Superstar “what a guy”.

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Berthon Powell

Rest in Peace brother. 🌹Fond memories of school days, track events at Knox and also family relationships.
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Gil & Carol West

Gilbert and Carol - Albert, you are a good example of a life taken too soon from this life. When I first heard of your passing I could not believe it, until I called Floyd to verify. Then I had to console myself with the notion that God must have had other plans for my dear friend in heaven.

I have known Albert since High School at Knox College in Jamaica and thank God I can still remember that Albert has been the same gentle, kind and selfless person from when we first met.

After graduating from Knox College we lost contact for approximately four years, then we reconnected in Brooklyn New York. Our friendship continued to grow. Over time we developed a fairly large group that became very close friends. Of course Albert was very instrumental in connecting everyone. I can still remember all of the good times that we had at parties and other functions. Unfortunately we did not have the technology back then that we have today, that would spontaneously allow you to capture those priceless events. So we now have to rely on our memory to recall those good times. The folks that were part of that group will understand what I am talking about. There were countless times when Albert would have to leave a gathering early and invariably he was off to help out someone. That is what Albert did! Albert was like a guardian angel to numerous people. That is why he will be so sourly missed.

When I first meet and became friends with Carol (my wife) she met Albert and they instantly became good friends. Approximately six months later, Albert would be one of my groomsmen at our wedding. Carol delighted in the stories he shared with her about our escapades at Knox. Distance separated us, but out friendship remained solid. A phone call from Albert would always be a highlight of the day.

When both of my parents passed, Albert was there to offer his support and kind words even though he was not expected to make it. Somehow he found a way to be there even for a short while.

So to the numerous people whose lives were impacted by Albert’s dynamic personality during his time on this earth, he will be definitely missed. However I am pretty sure that he would prefer us at this time to celebrate all of the good times that we all had instead of grieving and being sad.

Albert my brother, I will definitely miss your signature laughter and warm personality and so will many others, rest in peace until we meet again.

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BEVERLY LYNSHUE

Albert was always the most inspiriational person. He always was there to give me words of wisdom and encourage me. I won't be able to attend, but he will forever be in my heart

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Barry Crooks

Those were the days my friend
We thought they'd never end
We'd sing and dance forever and a day
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We thought they'd never end
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