Albert Joseph Lascon

Albert was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Lascon; parents, Albert and Mary (Perez) Lascon; his brothers, Robert, Mike, and John Lascon. Albert is survived by his son, R. Anthony Lascon (Melissa) of Smithville, MO; his grandchildren, Danielle Lascon Zicarelli (Carl) and Anthony Lascon (Briana), both of Kansas City, MO; two great-grandchildren, Averly and Breland Lascon; his three siblings, many nieces and nephews, and several close loving cousins in Minnesota.

Albert was extremely proud of his Hispanic heritage throughout his life. Growing up in Kansas City’s Westside, Albert attended West Junior Elementary School before the family moved to the Westport area where he attended Westport High School, graduating in 1959. It was there he met his high school sweetheart, Sharon.

Albert and Sharon married in August of 1961 and remained in love until her passing in May of 2013. After her passing, Albert wrote Sharon notes daily and kept the house the way she left it.

Albert retired from GATX Railroad after a severe leg injury. Albert cared for his disabled brother at home for over 20 years. Albert was an avid sports fan especially those he participated in growing up, boxing and basketball. He took up golf later in life competing with his close cousin, Abe Garcia.

The Lascon family would like to thank the following: St. Luke’s Hospital (Plaza) and all the doctors and nurses on the 6th floor north unit. Harbor Hospice staff and nurses, especially Kathy Dixon, KCK Sanitation employees, Eujohn Coleman and Eugene Rozell, for taking the time to brighten his day each week, and Craig with Ever-Ready Pest Control for his long visits.

A special thanks to neighbors and friends who were always there, Ed and Dana Bernal, Matt Clark, Joe Fernandez, and Ryan Jensen.

Visitation will be held 5-7 p.m., with Rosary at 5:30, on Thursday, August 4 at McGilley Midtown Chapel, 20 W. Linwood Blvd. Kansas City, MO. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday at Redemptorist Catholic Church, 3333 Broadway, Kansas City, MO. Interment will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Kansas City, KS. Pallbearers will be Anthony Lascon, Danielle Lascon Zicarelli, Carl Zicarelli, Ryan Jensen, Ed Bernal, and Matt Clark. Contributions can be made to Harbor Hospice of Missouri at 4911 South Arrowhead Drive, Suite 101, Independence, MO 64055. Condolences may be offered at www.mcgilleymidtownchapel.com.