Comments on: Elbert “Bert” Alfrey

By: Glenda Wurdeman Clare

Glenda Wurdeman Clare — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 23:53:36 +0000

Steve, I just saw this. I’m sorry. How are you? Hope to see you again some time. Glenda

By: Shirley Scheffert

Shirley Scheffert — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 17:00:11 +0000

Dear Mrs. Alfrey and family,
My name is Shirley Scheffert. I went to high school in Grand Island and I was Shirley Nicolas then. When I realized I would be taking
a world history class I thought how boring that will be. I was in Mr. Alfrey’s class and I found out that he actually was an excellent teacher and to my surprise he made world history very interesting. I graduated in l961 and Mr. Alfrey was at our class reunion. I got to visit with him and I enjoyed that. I am very sorry for your family’s loss. I meant to do this sooner, but I had not sent condolences by internet before so I procrastinated. Nevertheless, I am sincerely sorry and I hope you are doing the best I can. I was widowed in 2001 and remarried in 2004.
Sincerely,
Shirley Scheffert

By: Bruce McKeag

Bruce McKeag — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 16:27:31 +0000

I had lost track of “Mr Alfrey,” but I remember being his paperboy in Grand Island many years ago, and certainly recognized his name when I read his obituary. Our sympathies to his family. I never had him as a teacher or coach, but he always made time to say “hello” when we met. A class gentleman, and a great role model for many. May the good memories help sustain you during this difficult time.

By: Maria Hernandez

Maria Hernandez — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 19:05:45 +0000

Pam, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. What a wonderful gift to have a loving and supportive family and what a gift to have this wonderful man as your father. Love, Maria

By: Neva "Lundy" Holmes

Neva "Lundy" Holmes — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 02:23:59 +0000

I graduated in 1956 and I remember all the
teachers who we had in class. I know he will
be missed by those he taught and trained!

By: Judy Geer Ewing

Judy Geer Ewing — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 02:04:28 +0000

I was in Mr. Alfrey’s history class in high school and we all thought the world of him. My condolences to his family.

By: Rev. Paul & Mary Kay Blanchard

Rev. Paul & Mary Kay Blanchard — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:39:58 +0000

Our acquaintance with Bert was via occasions in Louisville where I served as pastor of the United Methodist Church and where some of Bert’s family are members. Bert was a gentleman, a community leader, and an influence to many. He’ll be missed and our prayers are with the family during this time.

Paul and Mary Kay

By: Cella Quinn

Cella Quinn — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 21:35:00 +0000

Bert Alfray sounds like a great Dad. Our nation is poorer for losing those wonderful WWII vetrans who came back, raised good families and rebuilt America. My thoughts are with you and your family.

By: Anne Branigan

Anne Branigan — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 21:06:07 +0000

Pam and Family – My thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.

By: Max Noel

Max Noel — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 20:27:35 +0000

I first met Coach Alfrey in the early 1950s when he was the baseball coach for the Grand Island Jrs. American Legion team. My older brother was a member of that those teams, I served as the batboy. Coach Alfrey took me under his wing and I travelled all over the state of Nebraska under his chaperoning. Later I played American Legion baseball and Grand Island Senior High Basketball under his tutelage. Last year I telephoned him and had a long conversation. I’m glad I did. Coach Alfrey was probably the finest coach I ever played for. He was a super teacher and most importantly he was a fine man and great role model. We’re all a little poorer for his passing.
My condolences to his family.
Max Noel
GIHS Class of 1959