Albrecht "Albert" Martin Otto Fingerhut

He was predeceased by his beloved parents, Otto Fingerhut and Martha Fingerhut, as well as his cherished older siblings: brother Johann Runge, sister Karin Runge, and sister Britta Mache, with whom he shared many formative adventures.

Albert immigrated to Canada as a young man, eventually settling in Dawson Creek, British Columbia, where he built a new life rooted in craftsmanship, culture, and family. It was in Nanaimo, British Columbia, at a church picnic, that he met Aino Klaar, the woman who would become his beloved wife. Together, they raised a family and created a home defined by tradition, warmth and music.

Albert worked across multiple trades, supporting drilling contractors, farmers, the pipeline construction industry, and grain handling systems across northern BC and Alberta. His problem-solving instincts, and steady hands made him a sought-after figure in the trades. Eventually, he transitioned into teaching, becoming a respected instructor at Northern Lights College, where he mentored the next generation of workers. His sarcastic wisdom and deep technical knowledge left a lasting impression on many — a legacy all the more fitting as he was following in the footsteps of his own father, Otto Karl Ludwig Fingerhut, a PhD in Languages who taught high school English in Dawson Creek.

He is lovingly remembered by Aino Fingerhut, his wife of 69 years, as well as his children: Martin (Patricia), Inga (Wallace), and John (Jody). He leaves behind eight grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren — and a family grounded in the blessings, values, creativity, and culture he modeled every day.