Alfred Leigh

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Robert DeValue Jr lit a candle for

On behalf of the whole DeValue Family, we will pray for Al and for his family. Al was like an Uncle to us and we will always remember his enthusiasm for hiking and for telling stories.

I knew Al from the AMC. Very friendly and upbeat guy. When he led hikes, I was amazed at how effortlessly he walked the line from front to rear, making sure that all of his people were doing OK. Al maintained the Breakneck Mountain Trail in Harriman State Park. Thanks for the fond memories.

It was fitting to learn of Al's passing over the Memorial Day weekend. He was, on so many levels, a true American hero. We met Al when we moved my mother into assisted living. His constant positive attitude made the transition much easier for her. After my Mom died, we kept up our friendship, occasionally having him to our home or taking him out for dinner. After we moved to Rhode Island, Al took a cruise that stopped in Newport. We met him at the docks and spent the day together, showing him the sights. He was wide-eyed at the Vanderbilt mansion, the Breakers. Al was an unpretentious, simple man, yet he was a true example of greatness. We celebrate his life.Jennifer and Rick Wells