Albert J Aguirre

October 27, 1933 - June 19, 2018

Albert Aguirre, age 84, died on June 19, 2018 at his residence in Saint George, Utah. Albert was born on October 27, 1933 to parents Guy and Angela Aguirre and raised in Ryndon, Nevada. He graduated from Elko High School in 1950, at age 16. In 1956, he enlisted in the Army and was stationed in Germany. Following his military service, Albert married Bobra Black in 1957, and the couple had one child together, Michael. Albert was employed by the Nevada Department of Transportation and lived in many small towns in Nevada. He went on to become district engineer in Elko where he retired. Bobra preceded Albert in death in 1995. In 1996, Albert married Wanda Kehl in Maui, Hawaii. Albert and Wanda celebrated twenty two years of marriage, and together enjoyed golfing, grandkids, and their many travels around the U.S. as well as Europe, Asia, and Africa. Albert was an active member of the Elk’s Club in St. George. Albert is survived by his wife, Wanda; his son Mike and daughter-in-law Suzanne; his brother, Frank and sister-in-law, Louise Aguirre, of Elko, Nevada; as well as many nieces and nephews. Albert also had a special bond with Wanda’s children Debbie Arata, Craig Kehl, Jolene Rodgers, Danette Cornia, and thirty-five grandchildren. His family and friends will always remember Albert as a quiet person with a gentle smile and laugh. A private memorial is being planned by family. Donations in memory of Albert may be made to St. Jude’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.