Arthur “Art” Joseph Albrecht, 88, beloved father, Pop Pop, brother, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in Port Charlotte, Florida, surrounded by his two daughters.

Born in Detroit Michigan, Art grew up with six sisters. From an early age he became the man of the house, a protector who always looked out for his sisters and stood up for those he loved. That protective nature, strong character, and fierce loyalty would remain with him throughout his life.

Following in his father’s footsteps, Art became a carpenter, beginning his trade at an age when most children were still playing. By just nine years old, he was already nailing roofs and learning the value of a hard day’s work. Art also answered the call to serve his country by joining the United States Army. In the 1950s, he proudly served as a Paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.

His strong work ethic and determination led him to California, where he met the love of his life Mary C Albrecht. Eventually they made their way to Florida in the early 1970s where he continued building his career in the construction industry. With his incredible work ethic, toughness, and integrity, he eventually built and operated his own successful construction business, Contract Construction Incorporated, in Port Charlotte, Florida. He believed in honesty, hard work, and doing things the right way. He was a man who stood his ground, never backed down, and certainly didn’t take any nonsense from anyone. He was, without a doubt, one of the toughest men you could ever meet.

But behind that tough exterior was a kid at heart. He was quick witted, always cracking jokes, and had a way of making people laugh. His sense of humor was one-of-a-kind, and you never quite knew what he might say next. He brought laughter wherever he went and had a personality that people didn’t forget.

After semi-retiring from construction, he embraced a new chapter of life in Bryson City, North Carolina. He took on a very different kind of building project: constructing a log cabin to fulfill his wife’s dream. That cabin became a special gathering place where family memories were made, laughter was shared, and time together became something to treasure. It was yet another example of the love he showed through the things he built.

His greatest accomplishment, however, was not a business or anything he ever built with his hands-it was his family. He was incredibly proud of his two daughters who meant the world to him, and his three wonderful grandchildren. They brought him immeasurable joy, and he cherished every moment he spent with them.

Retirement brought him some of life’s greatest pleasures: days on the golf course with good friends, precious time with his daughters and grandchildren, and the opportunity to enjoy the simple things he had worked so hard for. Golf became one of his greatest joys, and he cherished the friendships, laughter, and memories that came with it.

He was a man of many layers-tough but loving, stubborn but loyal, hardworking but playful. He was a protector, a provider, a builder, a husband, a father, an uncle, a Pop Pop, and a friend. He believed in standing up for what was right, working hard for what you had, and never taking life too seriously when there was a good joke to be told. Throughout his life, he built things meant to last-from roofs and homes to a successful business and, most importantly, a family. His greatest legacy will not be found in the many buildings he left behind, but in the people, he loved the lessons he taught, the laughter and stories he shared, and the memories that will live on forever. He will be missed more than words can express and loved for a lifetime.

Art is survived by his two daughters: Coreen Fassel and her husband, Erik, and daughter Kylie; Kelly Sollenberger and her husband, Justin, and their sons, Jackson and Kaden. He is also survived by his sisters Shirley Huber, Patricia Makros, Bettey Stienke, and Cynthia McCoy; his half-brother, Michael Atkinson; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his lovely wife of nearly 40 years, Mary C. Albrecht, who passed away July 23, 2013, and his two older sisters, Marjorie Gammage and Barbara Dove.

A memorial Service will be held 3:00PM, Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Roberson Funeral Home Port Charlotte Chapel.  In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to be made to Art’s favorite charity, The St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Arrangements by Roberson Funeral Home & Crematory Port Charlotte Chapel.