Hubler, Albert

Albert Wellington Hubler, Jr., age 90 of Pinehurst, NC peacefully passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2011 at his home. Albert was born on March 26, 1921 in Gordon, PA to Maude Alma Reed and Albert Wellington Hubler, Sr. He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus, the Elks and served his country aboard a US Naval Ship during WWII. He married Emily Magdalene Lazusky in 1948 and he was father to four children: Rich, Vince, Joyce & AJ. Also 3 grandchildren, Oriyah, Owen, and Andrea Varner. Retiring to Pinehurst in 1991 he was a respected member of his community and he was always willing to give his time to various organizations. Al loved the twilight across the fairway, heading into the warm morning sun for a promising catch, holding the attention of younger generations with feeling and detail. He remembered the important details in other‘s lives and the needs of the less fortunate. He was a man‘s man of many dimensions with a tender heart for the women throughout his life. Al taught his children respect and strength of character and to always work hard for what you want. His thoughts were rooted in passed memories always looking ahead to create more. Filling bouquets with azalea, dogwood and camellia flowers was a spring tradition in his home. A funeral mass honoring his life will be held on Friday, April 15, 2011 at 10am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Pinehurst, NC with Rev. James M. Labosky officiating. Rite of Committal will follow at Bethesda Cemetery in Aberdeen, NC. The family will receive friends on Thursday, April 14, 2011 from 6-8pm at Boles Funeral Home in Pinehurst, a prayer vigil will take place at 7:00 p.m.