Albert Kropp
August 30, 1945 - May 16, 2014

"Me and Albert used to play as kids on his boat with his wooden gun. He sometimes liked to touch me with it. I liked it when Albert would let me clean the boat, because I grew up as a slave so it was good practise. He once told me that I was actually his long lost son from a girl he met in Vegas."

"Al was the Captain of his destiny...I am very sure he got to the right shore. I am also very happy that I got to enjoy a beautiful couple of days with Al and my dear friend Lori just a few weeks ago at their beautiful home in Fort Lauderdale. He was still "leaving the dream" and looks healthier than ever!. He treated Lori and I to a great lunch via boat to "shooters" followed by a beautiful afternoon by the pool...he was full of life and with big plans for the future...but he got called... too bad for us... and especially for those that didn't get to know him...I'm glad I met him., I am especially glad to have seen him and Lori enjoying life together, as always but with a deeper meaning. Lori, my heart is bleeding for your lost, my deepest condolences. Now he'll be with you 24/7, just like he always wanted. I am here for you as always, I love you my friend. To Kurt and family, to Robin, to Momma "Jo", brother Jerry and to those family members I haven't met, my deepest condolences as well. Al leaves a big hole that it will be hard to fill, but I am sure he'll never abandoned his family... if there is a way he'll find it...and I have a feeling that now it may be through God. May God bring peace, love and Christian resignation to your hearts. "

"Albert.......Admired The Lion, For Its Strength And Stature ...... And Choose The "Roaring Lion" For His Company Logo..... And In Many Ways......He Lived By Their Creed..... Hunt Early...Work Hard To Feed and Protect Family, Sole Mate And Offspring...... National Geographic Explains..... That Lions... For All Of Their Ferociousness, Roaring And Growling..... Are truly Social in Their Communities. And Albert Fits the Bill Here Again....As He Loved To Have People Around and Share the Rewards Of His Work. Whether It Was Fishing, Hunting, Eating Or Drinking......He Liked To Do It With Friends. Most Of Us Have Shared Great Times And Experiences With Albert......And I Am Sure That He Would Want To Be Remembered By Those Good Times That You Shared With Him. If There Is an After Life....You Can Bet That Albert Is Meeting New Friends and Looking up His Old Friends................And..... Finally....... Being Able To Take A Nap. Farewell To A Loyal Son, Father, Soul Mate And Friend. -D. 5/21/14 "

"I haven't had contact with Al in a long while, but I knew him well for a time. Since hearing the news he had passed, I have been flooded with memories from the years when Al occasionally brought me along to experience life as he saw it; an ocean of chances to have fun, redline the RPM's a bit, and drive through the heavy chop. From catching sailfish with kites to running at flank speed South Haven bound; when you were with Al, it was automatically extraordinary and never forgettable. I will always be grateful for the generosity he showed me and my condolences go out to the Kropp families for their loss."

"We have lost a truly unique and outstanding individual from our trapshooting community. Very few people have made such a positive impression on us in the few years we had the pleasure of knowing "Big Al". He loved to call our group of shooters "The Texas Posse." Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with Lori and family. Richard and Joneel Harris, Denton, Texas."

"I felt blessed the day that I met Al and Lori and the friendship that developed will be cherished forever. We had so much in common and shared so many unforgettable times - never missed Sunday Mass no matter where we were and every second of every day was approached with a positive attitude. I'll miss you, friend, but know that I'll see you later. Lori, he'll send you hugs from above every day."

" I'm so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy. May you find comfort from your memories, as well as God's word the bible. Why do people we love die? Romans 5:12 says: "That is why, just as through one man (Adam) sin entered into the world and death through sin, and thus death spread to all men because they had all sinned." How loving of God to promise what is found at Revelation 21:4 which says, "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." "

"Albert, I have so many fond memories of the good times we shared together. Thank you for being a father figure to my children. You were there for them in their formative years with encouragement and life lessons that made them into the successful adults they are today. You were truly a man's man and passionate about the things you loved. You were always kind hearted to those in need and the first thing that came to my mind was your friendship and kindness towards Domingo. I am grateful that you took my father "Cochise" under your wing and brought so much happiness to his life. I remember your many faces, Rambo, Big Al, President, CEO, Captain Al of KAT Racing, Husband, Father, and Stepfather to my children. You always lived life to the fullest and enjoyed every minute of it. I hope you rest in peace and get to fish, hunt, and boat to your hearts content in heaven. Mona Kropp aka "Babycakes""

"You could "never have a bad day" when it started with seeing Al in the mornings. I'll miss his voice and cheerful comments while he was out with the dogs. So sorry for your loss, Lori. Our sincere condolences to you and your family and the Kropp family."

"Laurie, we are very sorry for your loss. We certainly going to miss our great neighbor Al. We will miss our many conversations and always fun remarks when he rode his bike by our house with Hunter running around him. We wish you the strength to cope with such difficult time. May Al rest in peace and our prayers to you and the Kropp family. "

"So sorry for your loss Laurie, Jackie Dyll"

"Al and Laurie were the best neighbors we ever had. Fred is spell bound over this. He loved al like a son. Dear god take care of Laurie they were together night and day and they both loved each other. She will need all our help"

"Condolences to the Kropp family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family. Psalms 147:3 says Jehovah God, "heals the broken hearted, and binds up their wounds." May God bring you comfort and peace."

"I remember the fun we all had at Bike week,Bike Octoberfest and Harley's 100th. You on the Big Boss Hoss. My thoughts and prayers go out to Lori and Kurt and the kropp families."

"I'll remember with great fondness and appreciation our fishing adventures. Thanks, Al; your enthusiasm will always be remembered, admired and missed!"

"The memory of the chicken wings, the big hat at Markham, the saga of the green parrot, the great stories, the fun eating out with Al and Lori, his friendly and generous nature will ease this awful pain a bit."

"I remember him as bigger than life... Booming voice with a very kind heart. He loved my friend Lori beyond measure. They were a perfect compliment to each other. He was one of the lucky few who left this world with a history of savoring each and every day .. Of finding happiness and giving it as well. "

"Such fun family memories of Al and kids when we were all little! God bless you all during this time."

"So sorry to hear of Al's passing - Though I did not know him well, I had the pleasure of meeting him years ago. Our thoughts and prayers to Lori and the Kropp Family at this difficult time - "

""Big Al" was a man's man True sportsman with a heart just as big as the outdoors he dearly loved Tight lines....... D DL"

"I hope someday I can stand as tall as you. Love the Duke."

"Al was an incredible person,I always wanted to be like him from the day I meet him.and with tears in my eyes I will miss him dearly. Love to all the family. "

"So very sorry for your loss, Lori. Al was a fine man; I will always remember dancing with him at our reunion. Much love and hugs to you."

"To the Kropp Family, Fond memories of hunting and fishing with Al and Kurt. Al was a great man that made a lasting impact on many. He will be very missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all."

"Kurt, Lori and the Kropp Family, I was very saddened to hear of Al's passing. I know how hard it is to part with someone so dear. His passing leaves a heartache no one can heal, but your love and memory for him is something no one can take. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends. Al will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. "

"Kurt, Lori and the Kropp family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Al was a great guy, respected leader and friend. He will be missed"

"Love and thoughts going out to one of the greatest Men I have ever met. Your voice and demeanor will be missed very much. "