Mr. Albert Leroy Briggs of Innsbrook passed away on Wednesday, July 6, 2022. He was born on January 7, 1934, in Troy to the late James and Alice Briggs. Albert had reached the age of 88 years.
Albert was united in marriage to Jean Briggs (nee: Street) on August 2, 1953, in Whiteside, MO, and shared 65 wonderful years together. To this union, five children were born, James, Bill, Carolyn, Beth and Mary.
Albert spent many years at McDonnell-Douglas, and at the time of his retirement, he was the Vice President and General Manager of Operations. He served in various church, community, and municipal volunteer positions and was the co-founder of Inspirations Cancer Support Group. Albert loved spending time with his family, but he was always the happiest when he was with his late beloved wife, Jean.
Those that are grateful for having shared in Albert's life are his children, James Briggs, Bill (Debbie) Briggs, Carolyn Phelps, Beth (Steve) Unger and Mary (Greg) Alexander; his grandchildren, Ryan Briggs, Lauren Briggs, Elijah Briggs, Melanie (John) Moehlmann, Gerrad Unger, Charlie Unger, Peter Unger, Daniel (Beth) Alexander, Cara Stark (Adam), Rachel Alexander, Sam Alexander and Margaret Alexander; his great-grandchildren, Angela, Kaylin, Johnny, Allen, Maddie, Llewyn and Liv; and numerous nieces and nephews. Albert was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 65 years, Jean Briggs; his parents; two brothers, James B. Briggs and G. Howard Briggs; and three sisters, Mary Briggs, Sarah Moxley and Cara Withers. Albert was a dear uncle, cousin and friend to many; he will be missed by all who knew him.
A memorial visitation for Albert will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 16, 2022, with a Memorial Service to immediately follow at Harmonie Church, Innsbrook. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are appreciated to SSM Hospice or the American Cancer Society in honor of Albert. Online condolences may be made at www.martinfuneral.net.
