Albert Butrus Mishu

Albert Butrus Mishu, of Roswell, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on May 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 92. Born in Baghdad, Iraq, on October 24, 1932, to the late Butrus and Tukia Mishu, Albert was one of eight siblings who grew up with a strong sense of family and community.

In 1968, Albert married the love of his life, Nora, and together they raised three children. Their sons, Husham and Louay, were born in Iraq, and later, their daughter Vera was born in Knoxville, Tennessee. Driven by a desire to build a better life, Albert and his family moved to the United States, where he earned his bachelor’s degree from Indiana Institute of Technology and his master’s degree from Tennessee Tech, and pursued his PhD. He would go on to have a distinguished career as a civil and structural engineer, working on significant infrastructure projects in both Iraq and the United States. He retired from the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and later launched a second career as an entrepreneur with his daughter, continuing to work well into his 80s.

Albert was much more than an accomplished engineer; he was a man full of life, laughter, and joy. He was the life of the party, always ready with a joke, a dance, or a song to lift the spirits of those around him. His infectious humor, boundless energy, and unwavering love for his family and friends made him a cherished presence in any room. His love for his wife, Nora, and his children was unmatched, and he took immense pride in being a father, grandfather, and brother.

A man of deep faith, Albert was a lifelong student of the Bible and devoted his time to teaching church school. He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus, proudly earning the rank of 4th Degree Knight. Albert’s passion for gardening, especially growing roses and calla lilies, provided him with much joy, but his true legacy lies in the memories of the laughter, warmth, and love he shared with all who knew him.

Albert is survived by his devoted wife of 57 years, Nora Mishu; his children, Husham Mishu (Rick), Louay Mishu (Jeannie), and Vera Hamana (Saeed); his grandchildren, Nick, Natalie, Joal, Nour, and Andre’ and his siblings, Farouk Mishu and Suad Behnam.

A visitation for Albert will be held on Saturday, May 24, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Saint Andrew Catholic Church, 675 Riverside Rd, Roswell, GA 30075, followed by a funeral Mass at 1:00 PM. Immediately following, He will be laid to rest at Green Lawn Cemetery, 950 Mansell Rd, Roswell, GA 30076, with a reception to follow at the Roswell Funeral Home event room.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Knights of Columbus or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Albert’s infectious joy, boundless energy, and warm heart will live on in the countless lives he touched. His spirit will be forever missed, but his legacy of laughter, love, and devotion to his family will never be forgotten.