Joseph "Joe" Albright

Joseph R. “Joe” Albright, 60, Athens passed away Monday, April 5, 2021 at his home.

He was born January 17, 1961 in Joliet, Illinois, son of the late Joseph and Dorothy (McCullough) Albright.  On June 29, 1996 he married Alisia Elsmo in Rib Mountain.  She survives.

For over 25 years Joe worked in the maintenance department at the Weston Power Plant.  Some of his favorite pastimes included riding motorcycles and tinkering with car parts.  Joe lived on a hobby farm and was proud to have started a vineyard, planted many apple trees in his orchards and various trees around the property.  He also had a true love for animals.

Joe proudly served his country in the United States Navy.

Survivors include his wife, Alisia Albright, Athens, his daughter, Amber (Ryan) Carlson, Hartford, his granddaughter, Natalia Carlson, his siblings, Linda (Ed) Turk, Wausau, Terri (Carol) Albright, St. Charles, IL and David (Chris) Albright, Wilmington and many nieces and nephews.

At Joe’s request no formal funeral services will be held.  A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, Athens is in charge of arrangements.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com