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In Memory of
Algementas R. "Al" Narakas
1958 - 2016
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This Book of Memories memorial website allows family and friends a place to re-visit, share and enhance this tribute for future generations.
I was Al's dispatcher at Schneider and Hogan. He was the type of man that could make a bad or even good day better. He always talked about how thankful he was for his job and it showed he was AMAZING. He talked about his family to me every time we saw each other and how much he loved them and was lucky to have them. He was always happy and had a distinct laugh that would always put a smile on your face if not make you laugh with him. I can't express enough how much our little talks meant to me through the years and his love for everything. He will be greatly missed!!
Still hard to take in the fact that you're gone. Family parties will never be the same without you. Hope your up there catching fish after fish with Uncle Ed. You're no longer with us in person, but you're with us in spirit. RIP Uncle Al.
My heart is so heavy. I delayed writing this in hopes that I would find the right words. They say that our footprint on this Earth is found in the way people talk about us after we are gone. You have impacted so many and so many of us will miss you terribly. As I read through everyone's messages on here, I cannot help but smile and laugh... and cry too. Your presence was always synonymous with happiness, laughter, and feeling loved.
I remember at family gatherings that I could pick your laugh out of a crowd. Your happiness was infectious. :) I am relieved that you are no longer hurting. Keep my Dad company up there... and please give him a hard time every now and again. Can't wait to give you a hug again, Uncle Al. Those were always the best. Love and miss you. <3
When I think back to all of the memories that I have of uncle Al, nearly every one is filled with his laughter and smile. Both were unforgettable.
One of my very first memories of him had to be at least 30 years ago during the first day of my parents 2nd floor addition. Family and friends were there to help remove the roof. My mom, my brother and I were eating breakfast at the table when a leg came through the ceiling above the table we were eating at. When the dust settled we looked up through the hole and there was uncle Al looking down at us with a huge smile on his face..."Sorry Anne!!"...followed by laughter! I'm not sure what led up to that moment, but I always picture him doing a Clark Griswold across the floorboards! Chris and I still joke about that to this day!
Now I picture him looking down at us once again from heaven, with that unforgettable smile. Rest in peace uncle Al.
Everyone seems to be posting about family parties, particularly the 4th of July, and that's where all my favorite "Uncle Al memories" come from too. Throwing all us kids in the pool, chasing us around the yard, shooting free throws in the driveway, offering us a beer in the garage, and the annual bean bag tournament. I remember one year, Lauren and I were partners, and we were up against Al and my mom for the championship game. They BARELY won, he gave me the biggest hug, said "great game, kiddo" then had to take a jab at mom (of course!) and told us "you two definitely didn't get your skills from HER! I need to go sit down, carrying her on my back for all these games has me beat." Mom didn't have a good comeback and he kept going at it. We all laughed our butts off! Gosh, his laugh, you could never not smile and laugh with him. He was such a kind hearted, hard working, hilarious, happy, loving soul who has gone home way too soon.
Uncle Al, through your journey, you have taught me the true meaning of strength, courage, hope, faith, and ultimately...love. You have touched the lives of so many people, I feel incredibly lucky to call you my uncle. We all take comfort knowing that you are no longer in pain, and that you're up there fishing with the coolest boat, and all the cold beer you could ever ask for. Rest easy Uncle Al. We all love you, we'll miss you, and you will forever be in our hearts.
