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Albert F. Ciferri, born February 19, 1932, to Conrad and Mary Ciferri, in New York City. Albert received a Christian Baptism September 11, 1938 at the Jefferson Park Parish Methodist Church in New York City. Albert was very active in the church and with the Boy Scouts, becoming an Eagle Scout and also a Scout Leader. On March 9, 1949, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp reserves and was Honorable Discharged October 1, 1951. He reenlisted in the U.S. Air Force December 28, 1951 and was Honorable Discharged September 15, 1953. He then went to Golden Colorado and worked for the Colorado School of Mines. Albert then felt the calling to reenlist with the U.S. Air Force from June 2, 1958 until his Honorable Discharge in April 21, 1960. He then moved back to Buffalo, NY, were he worked and met Marie L. Shardon. They married March 3, 1962, moved to New Mexico, bought a home, and became very active at St. Paul's Methodist Church. Albert worked for the original Frontier Air Lines for about 33 years. Marie passed away January 17, 1972, and Albert had married two other times. Al stayed active at the church until his illness started to take over in 1999 and worsen until his passing on October 9, 2002. Albert was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Conrad Ciferri; and sister, Eleanor. Albert is survived by his sister, Dawn Ciferri Gregory, of Colorado; three brothers, Gene Ciferri of Colorado, Frank Ciferri and John Ciferri both of Albuquerque. Albert loved his roses, and all types of gardening. He was also a photography buff. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 9500 Constitution Ave. NE, Sunday October 20, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. A private family interment will take place at Sante Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE. (323-9000).
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