Patricia Ellen Albert
Nov. 20, 1936-Feb. 10, 2025
Brentwood, California
Patricia “Pat” Albert, 88, passed away on Feb. 10, 2025 in Pleasanton, CA.
Born Nov. 20, 1936 in Philadelphia, PA, Pat was known for her kind & generous spirit, her unshakeable Catholic faith, and her devotion to friends & family.
At 19 years old “Patsy” married her sweetheart James “Jim” Albert on June 30, 1956 after his military service in Japan during the Korean War. They were both graduates of West Catholic High School. They had 5 children, 2 daughters, then 3 sons, all still married to their original spouses, a tribute to the love witnessed between parents, Pat & Jim.
MaryPat Albert, 67, married to Jeff Repine, 1 son David Repine 37 (Dave recently lost his wife & baby Zoey due to pregnancy complications, the baby’s middle name was Patricia in honor of Gram).
Daughter Sue Couls, 65, married to Keith Couls, son Kris Couls married to Megan with 2 young girls, Kaelyn & Kayce. Kelsey married to Matt Bohle, daughter Ellie just celebrated 1st birthday with her Great-Gram. Both daughters and family live in Livermore.
Oldest son Jim, 64, wife Pam & their 3 daughters. Caitlin & Frank Esposito have 2 young sons Mason & Lucas. Brittany & Alex Bru and their sweet toddler Ari all loved being with Gram. Newlyweds Jane & Brandon Slattengren are expecting a daughter in June. All live in the Tri-Delta area.
Son Bill, 59 & wife Virginie have 2 college-age daughters, Juliette & Sophie all live in Indiana.
Youngest son Joe, 57 & wife Deb recently moved from Chico, CA to Boise, ID where daughter Lauren lives. Son Nick lives in Chico engaged to Chloe, and oldest son Ben will soon marry Hannah.
Pat lived for her 5 kids, their spouses, 11 grandkids & her great grandchildren. In 1978, the family moved from South Jersey to Danville, CA. The house was a haven for any East Coast relatives making a trip to CA. The loved entertaining and being tour guides for any and all visitors.
In 1999, Jim & Pat moved from Danville to Summerset in Brentwood. They both made friends easily. After Jim died in 2007, Pat stayed busy with Church, volunteer work, crocheting and card games with friends.
Five months ago, Pat downsized further to Merrill Gardens. Her friend, Ethel has passed away and Mom was able to move into her former apartment. Recently, Pat’s health declined, she had a few trips in & out of the hospital. Pat passed peacefully on February 10. We all imagine her being welcomed into Heaven, reuniting with Jim and hearing Jesus say “Well done good and faithful servant”.
