William R Albers

MIDDLETON - William “Bill” Russell Albers, age 78, of Middleton, passed away after a brief illness on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Agrace, Fitchburg.  Bill was born on June 28, 1947, in Madison, the son of Russel and Mary (Stadelhofer) Albers.

Bill attended grade school at St. Bernard’s on Madison’s east side and graduated from East High School in 1966. He attended MATC before beginning his career as a maintenance supervisor at the Dane County Regional Airport. Bill took on various expanded roles there where his talents, work ethic, and people skills were greatly valued. After over 35 years working at the airport he retired in 2003.    

Bill was thankful to have shared over 28 years with his special and caring partner, Cheryl Nemec. He enjoyed numerous outdoor activities throughout his life with family and friends including playing golf, fishing, and hunting.  Bill had a great sense of humor and mastered playing euchre and poker with many good friends. He was a loyal sports fan and especially enjoyed watching his favorite team, the Green Bay Packers. Bill loved his family and enjoyed the time he spent with them.

Bill is survived by partner, Cheryl; sons, Russell and Randy Albers of Madison; brother, Timothy (Nancy) Albers of Grand Rapids, Michigan; brother-in-law, Tom Wipperfurth of Rome, Wisconsin; a niece and three nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Barbara Wipperfurth and Marcia Hanson.

In keeping with Bill’s wishes, no services will be held. Interment will be at the Trout Run Cemetery in Black River Falls, Wisconsin. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

Gunderson West
Funeral & Cremation Care
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