Albert Vondrasek
February 25, 1946 - July 12, 2023
Obituary
Albert “Al” Joseph Vondrasek, age 77, of Bay City, passed away Wednesday, July 12, 2023. The son of Carl and Anna (Vitous) Vondrasek, Al was born February 25, 1946, in Owosso, Michigan. He attended Chesaning High School and later Central Michigan University.
During his college years, Albert was an incredible runner. He ran track, cross country, and competed in many indoor running events. He was an accomplished runner on the track team all four of his years at Central Michigan University. After university, he met the love of his life, Jane, and they were married on June 13, 1970, and lived in Saginaw, Michigan. Albert was passionate about teaching and taught for the majority of his career in the Saginaw Township Community Schools and was an adjunct at Saginaw Valley State University. He taught classes ranging from high school science to elementary physical education. He most cherished and enjoyed his family and friends, spending quality time with his children and grandchildren, and traveling. For many years, Al and Jane would spend their winters in Gulf Shores, Alabama, which will always be treasured memories. Al loved long walks, being outdoors, truly good food, and dear, dear friends, who helped so much during his courageous fight with pancreatic cancer for over three years. He will be remembered by most for his kind heart, willingness to help anyone, and beautiful spirit.
Al is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Jane Vondrasek; loving children, Ian (Nicole) Vondrasek and Heather (Stephen) Ranney; adored grandchildren, Ava Ranney, Alexandra Ranney, and Millie Vondrasek; sisters, Anna Wells and Patricia Jones; brothers and sisters-in-law, Donald (Diane) Marcou and John (Janet) Marcou; many dear family members, nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Edward (Coral) Vondrasek and Donald (Jane) Vondrasek; brother-in-law, Robert Jones; sister-in-law, Ruth Marcou; and parents-in-law, Gordon and Ethel Marcou.
Memorial Visitation will be held Monday, July 17, 2023, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church, 123 N. Michigan Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48602. Rev. Dr. Pamela Renna will officiate.
To join Al's Memorial Service virtually, please use the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/live/Gu34U6SjetI?feature=share
Memorials in honor of Al may be made to St. John's Episcopal Church, care of the church, or to the Toni and Trish House, 4699 11 Mile Rd, Auburn, MI 48611, or to a charity of one's choice.
Al's family would like to thank Dr.Tobin, Dr. Parikh and Dr. Chokshi for the wonderful care they provided to Al throughout his treatment.
For information, please contact Fischer Family Funeral Services at (989) 755-8277. To express your condolences, please visit www.fischerfuneral.com.
During his college years, Albert was an incredible runner. He ran track, cross country, and competed in many indoor running events. He was an accomplished runner on the track team all four of his years at Central Michigan University. After university, he met the love of his life, Jane, and they were married on June 13, 1970, and lived in Saginaw, Michigan. Albert was passionate about teaching and taught for the majority of his career in the Saginaw Township Community Schools and was an adjunct at Saginaw Valley State University. He taught classes ranging from high school science to elementary physical education. He most cherished and enjoyed his family and friends, spending quality time with his children and grandchildren, and traveling. For many years, Al and Jane would spend their winters in Gulf Shores, Alabama, which will always be treasured memories. Al loved long walks, being outdoors, truly good food, and dear, dear friends, who helped so much during his courageous fight with pancreatic cancer for over three years. He will be remembered by most for his kind heart, willingness to help anyone, and beautiful spirit.
Al is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Jane Vondrasek; loving children, Ian (Nicole) Vondrasek and Heather (Stephen) Ranney; adored grandchildren, Ava Ranney, Alexandra Ranney, and Millie Vondrasek; sisters, Anna Wells and Patricia Jones; brothers and sisters-in-law, Donald (Diane) Marcou and John (Janet) Marcou; many dear family members, nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Edward (Coral) Vondrasek and Donald (Jane) Vondrasek; brother-in-law, Robert Jones; sister-in-law, Ruth Marcou; and parents-in-law, Gordon and Ethel Marcou.
Memorial Visitation will be held Monday, July 17, 2023, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church, 123 N. Michigan Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48602. Rev. Dr. Pamela Renna will officiate.
To join Al's Memorial Service virtually, please use the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/live/Gu34U6SjetI?feature=share
Memorials in honor of Al may be made to St. John's Episcopal Church, care of the church, or to the Toni and Trish House, 4699 11 Mile Rd, Auburn, MI 48611, or to a charity of one's choice.
Al's family would like to thank Dr.Tobin, Dr. Parikh and Dr. Chokshi for the wonderful care they provided to Al throughout his treatment.
For information, please contact Fischer Family Funeral Services at (989) 755-8277. To express your condolences, please visit www.fischerfuneral.com.
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Louise Smith
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Al was a colleague of mine in the Saginaw Township Schools; he was so upbeat, always had a smile that reflected the good heart that he had. I will miss seeing him at St. John's. My heart goes out to his precious Jane and the family.
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Michele Lamie
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Al and Jane were treasured neighbors and friends. We have many wonderful memories of all the great times together as neighbors. Al was a great friend and will be greatly missed but certainly never forgotten. Sending big hugs to Jane, Ian, and Heather.
Love,
Michele Lamie
Bryan and Mark Thompson
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Diana Wood
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We have so many good memories of sharing laughter, food and drink with Al and Jane. We have treasured this friendship and are grateful for it. We send our condolences to the family. Love from Jeff and Diana Wood
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Mary Volkmer Monteith
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Dear Jane and family, we’ve lost such a wonderful friend and classmate. I went through school with Al from kindergarten through high school. We have so many fun memories from band to everything that encompasses high school activities. I will always remember his laugh and million dollar smile! What a beautiful friend we lost and now his plays with the angels! RIP my friend.
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Carol Socha
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My condolences to you, Jane, and, to your children and all family and friends. I so enjoyed working with Al at Eisenhower High School years ago. He was always so kind, upbeat, positive and caring to all students and fellow staff members. I picture him with that big beautiful smile! I feel so blessed that I had the opportunity to work with him, and also knowing you, Jane. I remember not too many years ago that we ran into you both at the Saginaw Farmers Market. May our Good Lord bring you comfort and peace at this sad time. Relish your memories of such a sweetheart of a man!! Carol Socha
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Sally Sadikek List
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Al and I grew up together on Ditch Rd. Later onto kindergarten we went riding the ole number 11 school bus together. Then onto junior high and all the way threw to our senior year graduating in class of 64. Al a great guy, husband, father, grandfather. Jane our deepest sympathies go out to you, and your family. He’s with God now and no more pain. He will surely be missed by his many family members and friends. God Speed Al. Sending much love to all. Ed and Sally Sadilek List