Albert Zirkelbach, 78, loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, friend and employer passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2013. Born on June 22, 1935 in Cleveland, Ohio. He is survived by his wife Gertrude, three sons, Don, Alan (wife Carmen) and Craig (wife Liliana) . He loved his 7 grandchildren Kelly (Withers), Stacy, Annie, Samuel, Hannah, Emily and Julia. Albert was a loving great-grandfather to his 3 great-grandchildren. Albert poured his life into his family and his work where he was a businessman, entrepreneur and inventor, holding a number of patents for his works. Albert started many companies including Aldon Industries which employed over 350 employees and was the co-founder of Ameritex Technologies in 1998. Albert was loved by many family members and friends, he will be heartfully missed. Visitation will be held on July 19, from 6pm to 9pm at Manasota Memorial Funeral Home, 1221 53rd Ave East, Bradenton, Memorial Mass Services will be held at St. Peter and Paul the Apostles, 2850 75th Street West, Bradenton,July 20th at 10am. Donations may be made to Tidewell Hospice,www.tidewell.org.