Albert Smoky Espinosa Sr.

(Smoky) Albert Espinosa Sr.. passed away at the age of 87 at his home. Albert was born in Oakdale, CA to parents Marcos and Isabelle Espinosa. He served his country in the Army in the European Theater of Operations from 1943 through 1946 obtaining the rank of Sergeant. Albert retired from the Trucking Industry in 2007 after 62 years.

Albert was preceded in death by his Wife; Grace, Sons; Joaquin Espinosa and Johnny Espinosa, Daughter; Suzi Hamilton, Brothers; Marion Espinosa and Francisco Gudino and Sisters; Angie Gabaldon and Teresa Avila.

Albert is survived by his Children; Sharon Puryear and Mark Espinosa of Denair, CA., Albert Steven Espinosa of Mission Viejo, CA., Cynthia Gonzales of Victorville, CA., April Lester, Tina Hinton, Anthony Espinosa and Vicky Potthoff all of Oakdale, CA., Albert Espinosa Jr. of Indianapolis, IN., Patricia Chapman and Quincy Mora of Modesto, CA. He has 21 Grandchildren and 23 Great Grandchildren. He is also survived by Siblings; Peter Espinosa of Modesto, CA., Isabelle Woods and Augustine Gudino of Fresno, CA., Carmen Olivas and Donna Gutierez of Sacramento, CA.

Visitation is Thursday April 14 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. A Funeral Service will be on Friday April 15 at 10:00 AM; both to be held at Lakewood Funeral Home, 900 Santa Fe Ave, Hughson, CA.

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in Albert's memory to Hospice of Emanuel, 1850 Colorado Ave. Turlock, CA 95382 or ALS Neuromuscular Research, 2324 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA. 94115-2383.