He was born in Albuquerque, NM, and raised in the heart of the South Valley. He was the eldest son of Castulo and Florinda Lujan. In May of 1981, he graduated from the University of New Mexico, with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and a minor in Mathematics.
As a Senior Project Engineer for 40+ years, he took pride in his critical thinking and problem solving skills. His passions included gardening, listening to ranchera and classical music, attending movies at the theatre, and being a yo-yo enthusiast. In his youth years he was a proud paperboy and NM State champion and national competitor in the Duncan Spin Top. Albert was also a member of the Rio Grande wrestling team in HS and took pride in being a gold member of Sam’s Club and Costco.
Albert truly cherished and loved his family. He enjoyed family vacations and taking the “scenic route.” He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, loyal friend and coach. Albert touched many lives with his generosity and kindness. He always put others' needs before his own to ensure no one ever went without.
He was strong in his convictions. Albert was very active in the Catholic Church as a member of St. Edwin’s Marriage Enrichment team and served as Parish Council president. In the community, he is best known as ‘Big Al’ or ‘Coach Lujan’, where he dedicated his spare time to Rio Grande Junior Wrestling Club for fifteen years, serving as head coach and president.
Preceded in death by his parents and his two brothers, Henry and Phillip Lujan. His memory will live on and be cherished by his adoring wife of 45 years, Eileen “Lingo” five children - Stephen (fiance Angel), Thumper (wife, Gisi), Christina, Alex, and Rebecca, and six grandchildren - Brianna, Joey, Stephen Jr, Joviannah, Lucas, and Elijah.
Funeral Services will be held in Albuquerque, NM. Date and time of services will be listed on French Funerals and Cremations website, https://www.frenchfunerals.com . In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in Albert C. Lujan honor.
The family would like to express our sincere thanks for all the love and support they have received.
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