Bill Albright , May he rest in peace

VicTor Z
VicTor Z Senior Contributor
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David Albright soundmant2002@yahoo.com 10/09/09 08:08:10

I regret to inform you of the passing of my father, William D. Albright, Friday, at 4:30 am, October 9th. David Albright

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  • hudsontech
    hudsontech Senior Contributor
    I didn't know Bill all that well, but he was one of the people that I liked and admired from the first time I met him.



    His legacy and work will endure and be long remembered. His gift to the HET club will also be long remembered. The HET club has lost a great HudsonNut.



    Safe journey home, Mr. A.



    Hudsonly,

    Alex Burr

    HudsonTech

    Memphis, TN
  • Aaron D. IL
    Aaron D. IL Senior Contributor
    Hudsoning has lost one of its' great champions. But that means almost zero to loosing a friend.
  • Wow, I truly hate to hear this. Hope he has a Fast Hudson up there in the Heavens up above. Bill was a good man. I will miss him and dealing with him from time to time. May he rest in peace!
  • oldhudsons
    oldhudsons Senior Contributor
    Really sad even tho expected.

    "Wheeled & dealed" with Bill for probably 30 years & there were few, if any, who were more involved with Hudsons than Bill - his passing immediately reminded me of John Donne's famous "do not ask for whom the bell tolls, it tolls for thee".
  • oldhudsons
    oldhudsons Senior Contributor
    Vic - could you post/notify if/when any public service or memorial will occur as I'd like to drive over & attend. TY Pete
  • LanceB
    LanceB Senior Contributor
    So sorry to hear. I did enjoy the times I visited and talked with Bill. Keeping all in our prayers.



    Lance
  • hdsn49
    hdsn49 Senior Contributor
    I'm truly sorry to hear of Bills passing. I have known him for over 29 years.

    He was an Icon in the Hudson community and will be missed by many.



    I did have the privilege of visiting the ranch back in 2001. I was hoping

    to visit with him again. He would always ask me at the nationals "when are coming to visit again".



    Rest in peace Bill.



    Ed Firestone and Family
  • My family and I are better having known Mr. Albright. We have been touched by his friendship and his kindness. I did not know Mr. Albright well but he made a huge impact on my life was well as my family. We will miss you and our thoughts and prayers go with your family.



    Todd Lentz and Family
  • harry54
    harry54 Senior Contributor
    I have only been in the HET CLUB since 2001 . However, in that time I have come to truly understand and appreciate the people. I met Bill a few times and felt honored and respectful of his willingness to welcome me into this wonderful group. Thanks Bill and Godspeed......
  • Ducor Kid
    Ducor Kid Expert Adviser
    Having only known Bill for a few years I have felt that he welcomed all to the Hudson family. I have always enjoyed my visits to his place.

    Godspeed Bill



    Larry
  • HudMotCarCo
    HudMotCarCo Expert Adviser
    As Todd, Jane and I timidly ventured into the HET family two years ago we had the great good fortune to meet Bill. While we appreciated his vast knowledge of and appreciation for correctly restored Hudson’s we will forever cherish the warm friendship that he extended to us on so many occasions. Our deepest condolences are extended to Barbara, Jay, David and others in Bill’s family. Bill was an American treasure.



    Bill & Jane Lentz
  • rag356s
    rag356s Expert Adviser
    We all have great memorys of Bill Albright which will stay with us for a long time to come.He was an insperation to all of us in the club and the old car hobby at large.

    To Barbara, his wife and all of his family, our thoughts are with you.I am so glad to have spent time with Bill at his last National in Detroit,now an even more memorable event!



    Bill,thanks for all that you have done,we will all miss you a lot.
  • Jim Kilday
    Jim Kilday Expert Adviser
    Requiescat in pace



    Jim Kilday
  • hudsonguy
    hudsonguy Senior Contributor
    Sad news indeed. The Hudson community has lost one of it's strongest 'pillars'. Rest in peace Bill.
  • Please add my 36 coupe to the procession.

    Just wanted to pay my respects also.

    Condolences to his family.

    The HET family weeps with you.

    My next drive around the lake is for you, Bill

    ....denverslim
  • TOM-WA-
    TOM-WA- Senior Contributor
    RIP MY FRIEND9318d628c5.jpg
  • Met him at the '05 Reno meet; bought a bunch of parts there from him for the Terraplane. A wealth of Hudson knowledge in that brain.
  • Hudsonrules
    Hudsonrules Senior Contributor
    I hope the Lord has a Hudson Garage for you. Your knowledge and enthusiasm will be greatly missed. I am sure you will be smilling from above at all future National meets. Take care Bill A. Have a good trip and may the Lord welcome you home. Arnie In Nevada
  • Huddy42
    Huddy42 Senior Contributor
    Sad news to hear the passing of Bill Albright, had the pleasure of meeting him in Pontiac at the 100th Anniversary, a true gentleman , may he rest in peace, will surely be missed by the hudson family.

    Les Pendlebury .Down Under.( On behalf of all Australians)
  • PAULARGETYPE
    PAULARGETYPE Senior Contributor
    A sad day.bill and i joined the club around the same time back in 71 we have spent time together over the years he was from johnstown,pa.and his wife barb being from elizabeth,pa. We felt like bill was a home town boy we will miss him gods speed be sure when you hit your nees tonight say a prayer for bill we will hudsoning has lost one of its great people
  • PAULARGETYPE wrote:
    A sad day.bill and i joined the club around the same time back in 71 we have spent time together over the years he was from johnstown,pa.and his wife barb being from elizabeth,pa. We felt like bill was a home town boy we will miss him gods speed be sure when you hit your nees tonight say a prayer for bill we will hudsoning has lost one of its great people
    Rest in peace Bill. My prayers are with the family Get that Hudson garage going so I may get to help you one day. Walt Mordenti
  • I've only known Bill a month. But I was very lucky to meet a legend to the Hudson community. He will be remembered and missed for a long time.

    Rest In Peace,

    Bryan Woll
  • Nevada Hudson
    Nevada Hudson Senior Contributor
    Known Bill since 1972, And in 1973, Bill helped get my 1956 Hudson back on the road with a very rare part. I would not still have it today if it were not for Bill. He touched all of our lives.

    Thanks, Bill.
  • I did not have the honor and pleasure of truly knowing Bill Albright but I found him to be a virtual treasure trove of knowledge concerning the Hudson automobile. I am sure that many of us who had great respect for him will miss his generous nature in the sharing of his expertise. God speed to you Bill.



    Glenn Degere
  • Rest in Peace Bill.
  • We are all so sad to hear of Bill's passing.



    Our thoughts and prayers are with Barbara and family....you have the greatest loss...may God be with you and may Bill rest in peace.



    Bill was our greatest HUDSON fan.

    He inspired us and helped us achieve our dreams.

    He achieved his and was able to spend the greater part of his life doing what he truly loved.

    He'd go out of his way for us....he was always there to help and offer advice. You'd call in need of a part...he knew you wanted it "yesterday"...and he'd ship it before you sent him payment. He'd welcome you to visit Vintage Coach and allow you to tour it's treasures.



    Bill was a great friend.



    Bill... we will miss you but we will never forget you. You are always in our hearts.



    Carl
  • I know Bill is motoring on to heaven...



    Our thoughts and prayers travel with you.
  • oldhudsons
    oldhudsons Senior Contributor
    heard from his son & the service will be at a cemetary in Riverside, Calif.

    on Mon. the 19th.
  • super651
    super651 Senior Contributor
    Bill, You are gone but,Not Forgotton.

    You gave me lots of good info when i was racing the Hornet-Jet and after that It won lots of races. See you up there

    Pal Rudy

    I used his saying many years back ( I WOULD RATHER FIX THAN SWITCH )
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