He was born September 8 , 1935 in Peoria to Raymond and Daisy (Songer) Harper.
He married the love of his life , Nancy AshleyAugust 5,1963 in Peoria.
He is survived by his son, Albert Harper Jr. daughters, Angie Fitzanko and Pam Knoblauch.
All of Pekin. Brother Vernon Harper of Washington, sisters Linda Lux of Chillicothe and Grace Fleming
of Bartonville.Several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Many neices, nephews and cousins. And also by many who considered him family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Wife , Nancy, son Kevin Aupperle.
Brothers Donald (Donny),Raymond Jr and William (Bill).
Al was a member of The Ironworkers Union.
He was a loving husband and father. He loved fishing, hunting, working on cars and
spending time with his family.
A Celebration of life will be held Friday, September 6 , 2019 at The VFW located at 15665 VFW Rd, Pekin, IL from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Donations can be made to his children at this time to help with expenses.
There will also be a Go Fund Me page.