Birth : 18 Jul 1918 Litchfield, Sherman County, Nebraska, USA
Death : 9 Jun 1972 Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota, USA
Burial : Black Hills National Cemetery, Sturgis, Meade County, USA
Coordinate : 44.3689003, -103.4753036
Plot : D, 0, 1040
Inscription : WILLIAM
ALBERS
NEBRASKA
S SGT
53 SIGNAL BN
WORLD WAR II
JULY 19, 1914
JUNE 9, 1972
Description : WILLIAM DIED IN THE FLOOD ON JUNE 9, 1972
William was born to William Albers and Cora Smith Albers in Litchfield NE, he married Florence Hansen.
He was employed by Custon Pack and Black Hills Packing Plant from 1955 until his death.
A relatives said the night of the flood he was helping people cross a bridge from a trailer court near the Packing Plant in Rapid City, when the wall of water hit his car crossing the bridge. " He was a hero, placing himself in danger in order to save others."
He was survived by his wife... Read More

frequently asked questions (FAQ):

  • Where is William “Willie” Albers's memorial?

    William “Willie” Albers's memorial is located at: Black Hills National Cemetery, Sturgis, Meade County, USA.

  • When did William “Willie” Albers death?

    William “Willie” Albers death on 9 Jun 1972 in Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota, USA

  • Where are the coordinates of the William “Willie” Albers's memorial?

    Latitude: 44.3689003
    Longitude: -103.4753036

Family Members:

Parent

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William Albers

(1886 - 1922)

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Cora Alice Smith Albers

(1888 - 1967)

Spouse

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Florence Hansen Albers

(1917 - 1996)

Siblings

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Coordinate: 44.3689003, -103.4753036

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