Albert Burmesch

Albert H. Burmesch, age 68, of Port Washington (Town of Belgium), Wis., passed away Friday, Dec. 2, 2022.

He was born to Clarence and Sidonia (Strauss) Burmesch on Dec. 4, 1953, in Port Washington.

A lifelong resident of Ozaukee County, Al was known for his exceptional work in the masonry field throughout the local and greater Milwaukee areas.

Al was known for his generosity and fun nature. He enjoyed bowling, horseshoes, trap shooting and other games of challenge and was an avid race car and sports fan.

Albert had a rough year and a half trying to overcome several surgeries and illness.The family would like to thank those who provided care and assistance throughout this time such as Dr. Yost and Jake from Orthopedic Hospital, the staff of Newcastle Place in Mequon, Drs. Bauer, Lucke, Broderick, Witkowski and Shirilla, the staff of Froedert Specialty Clinic and the ALS Association, among others. A special “thank you” to Belgium Gardens and Allay Hospice for their care to Al in his last days.

He is survived by his sister Angeline (Gary) Desotelle of Saukville, his brothers James (Mary) Burmesch and Peter (Ellie) Burmesch, both of Port Washington, nephews Justin (Julie) Burmesch of Campbellsport and Andrew (Eve) Burmesch of Belgium, niece Beth (Rick) Kroll of Cleveland, Wis., other relatives and many friends.

Albert was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Katherine Burmesch.

Family services have been held with final interment at Holy Cross Cemetery, Town of Belgium, Wis.

Memorials to the ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) Association, 3333 N. Mayfair Rd., #104, Milwaukee, WI  53222 or www.als.org  are appreciated.

Poole Funeral Home/Crematory, Port Washington, Wis, is assisting the family.

Information and condolences are available at www.poolefh.com or (262) 284-4431.

Please remember Albert in a kind gesture to someone else as he would do!