Albert Lee Silverman, 93, passed away on Oct. 28.
Born on Nov. 10, 1931 in Kansas City, Missouri, to Diana and Milton Silverman, Albert was the beloved middle sibling to his sister, Maryon, and younger brother, Teddy. He attended Border Star Elementary and Southwest High School before continuing his education at the University of Missouri, where he was a proud member of the ZBT fraternity.
After college, Albert served in the U.S. Air Force and was stationed in San Antonio. Upon returning to Kansas City, he joined the family business, Central Bag Company. His vision and leadership helped grow the company by expanding from textiles and burlap to paper multi-wall bags, forging a pivotal partnership with Regis Paper Company that ensured the company’s long-term success.
Albert met his life partner, Cecille Solow, at a party with mutual friends. They quickly fell in love, married and shared a beautiful life together for 67 years. Together, they raised three daughters — Lori, Vicki and Rhonda — and Albert found immense joy in his grandchildren, Mollie, Brandon, Claire, Cole and Camille. He was later blessed with two great-grandchildren.
Albert had a passion for cooking and was known for his homemade jams, bagel chips, peach milkshakes and signature Big Al’s BBQ sauce. In retirement, he enjoyed life in Palm Springs, spending time golfing, playing bridge, and later, day trading while watching MSNBC.
He will be remembered as a kind and generous man with a wonderful sense of humor.
Albert is survived by his wife, Cecille; daughters Lori (Mark) Towster, Vicki Silverman and Rhonda Shafran; and his cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Milton and Diana Silverman; his sister, Maryon Jacobs; and his brother, Ted Silverman.
A memorial service was held at Louis Memorial Chapel on Nov. 2.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to a charity of your choice.
Online condolences for the family may be left at louismemorialchapel.com.
