Albert Lee Chamberlain

Albert Lee Chamberlain, age 48, of Hastings, transitioned from this world into the arms of his heavenly Father on Thursday, March 18, 2010 with dignity and the love of his family surrounding him. \r
He was born April 28, 1961 in Newport News, Virginia, son of SGM Robert and Patsy (Hill) Chamberlain. He attended various schools around the country and enjoyed 2 years in elementary grades while living in France. He graduated from Anchor Bay High School, New Baltimore, Michigan.\r
Albert Lee (lovingly nicknamed ""Yogi"") enlisted in the U.S. Marines. He studied in meteorology and sharp shooting. His passion began as a young artist, became a black belt in the martial arts and enjoyed educating others about the oriental languages. He loved reading and gained a tremendous knowledge in geographical locations and traveled throughout the United States, learning the history of our country. He and his Dad enjoyed many excursions together and even drove to Alaska. He adored his nieces and nephews. \r
Albert was preceded in death by his three grandfathers; Albert Puttbrese, Lee Whitcomb, Max Hill, grandmothers; Madge Reed, Marguerite Whitcomb, Madeline Hill. He recently experienced the loss of Nancy Hill, a dear cousin. \r
He will be deeply missed by his parents, siblings, Tom and (Lynne) Krul, Bruce (Marilyn) Chamberlain and Robert Chamberlain, many aunts, uncles, and his Grandma, Pauline (Hill) Puttbrese.\r
Memorial contributions may be made to the Red Cross in support of our Veterans and the American Cancer Society in Albert Lee's honor. \r
Memorial Services will be held, Friday, March 26, 2010 at 2:00pm at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Friends may meet with the family 1 hour prior to service time.\r
Full military honors will be held at Irving Township cemetery, immediately following services.\r
Arrangements are by Girrbach Funeral Home. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbach funeralhome.net) \r