In loving memory of Albert George Bossar Sr., 82, of Erie, who passed away Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021, surrounded by family. He was born Dec. 26, 1938, in Trafford, to the late George and Rose (Frander) Bossar.
Al graduated Penn Joint High School, in Penn Township. After high school, he attended Grove City College for one year before enlisting in the Navy. He successfully served four years on CVN-62 USS Independence and received an honorable discharge.
Al returned to Pittsburgh, where he married Evelyn and began his 30-year career in the steel industry. Al was a sales representative for both the William Orr Company and then A.M. Castle Company after Al and Evelyn moved to Erie in 1968.
Al was a passionate basketball player in high school, while serving in the Navy and in several Erie leagues. He was also an avid outdoorsman with keen interest in fishing, hunting and sports. Al and his wife enjoyed fly fishing outside of Titusville where they owned a cabin for many years.
Al also celebrated community and fellowship with great zeal. He supported many community and veterans-related clubs and organizations. He was a member of the American Legion, Zooker Club, Elks Club and he was also a Free Mason and ardent supporter of numerous Masonic fraternal organizations. He was a member of Lake Erie Lodge, the Zem Zem Shrine and a longtime drummer in the Zem Zem Kiltie Band. He was also a member of the Erie Court of the Royal Order of Jesters.
As a Navy veteran, Al was a member of the Fleet Reserve Club, in Annapolis, Md.
He was passionate about giving back to veterans. Through the Elks Club, he was instrumental in coordinating local holiday and social events for Erie veterans, his way of caring and giving back to those who served. Albert was preceded in death by his mother and father, Rose and George Bossar, of Trafford. He is survived by his wife of nearly 60 years, Evelyn, his two children, Pamela (Bossar) Warren and Albert G. Bossar Jr., and two grandchildren, Emily and Karl Warren. The KLOECKER FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC. is handling the arrangements.
Send condolences to www.kloeckerfuneralhome.com.
In the interest of everyone's safety, Al's wife Evelyn and family have opted for an intimate service and celebration of life as they return his remains to Pittsburgh for final resting. In lieu of flowers, his wife asked that those who knew and loved Al consider donating in his name to the Fisher House Foundation (https://fisherhouse.org/ or another veteran's organization of their choosing as a final remembrance for his passion to care for those who have served this nation.
Published by Triblive Online Only on Oct. 10, 2021.
