Albin R. Stasiak

With love and sadness, the family of Albin R. Stasiak announce his death on October 20, 2018. Beloved life partner of Elayne Schmitz, loving brother of Elizabeth Biela and Robert Stasiak, brother-in-law of Geralyn (Michael) Lombardi and Pat (Leonard) Jagielo and step-father of Heather (Forrest) Reynolds and Jason (Kara) Schmitz, proud and devoted Papa of Maya, Ollie and Liam, and uncle of Lauren, Greg, Laurie, Kathie, Michael and David. He also leaves behind many devoted friends.

Al was a dedicated special education and history teacher, administrator and basketball coach for many years at Gordon Technical High School and Luther Burbank in Chicago. As an avid golfer, Al and his brother spent many summer days on the courses. He was also known by those who loved him as a true renaissance man; he loved hiking, nature, music, and was an amazing dancer. He loved wine collecting, sports memorabilia and especially quality time with his family and friends.

He leaves behind a wonderful legacy of working with and impacting the lives of the children that he taught and coached. We will always carry with us memories of the kind, gentle nature of a man who had a quiet disposition, yet always spoke with purpose. Al, we all love and miss you and wish you peace on your journey.

The family wishes to thank the dedicated staff of Silverado Memory Care (Lake Zurich) and JourneyCare (Barrington).

Memorial gifts appreciated to Lewy Body Dementia Association, LBDA.com and JourneyCare Foundation, 2050 Claire Ct., Glenview, IL 60025, journeycare.org/donate

A celebration of Al's life will be held at a later date.