He had a beautiful simplicity and humility that was so endearing, - TopicsExpress

He had a beautiful simplicity and humility that was so endearing, but a man of no nonsense, and always said it like it was. Gifted, especially with the natural ease and ability to be entertaining. Where ever Al was, you could be sure there was laughter with everyone having a good time. Now, near the end when the Family gathered around him in his hospital bed despite all his pain and suffering, there was so much laughter and carrying on, that the Hospital had never experienced anything like it before. The Family was concerned that the Hospital was wondering what in the world was going on. Al was at the zenith of his Life. He was telling jokes almost to the end, because his thoughts were always about others, despite that he was experiencing the weight of a heavy Cross on his shoulders and gladly offering it up to Jesus,The Lamb of God, in union with Jesus sufferings for others. One of the nurses remarked that Al and his Family made a great impact on her life. Al and Catherine has given their children and grandchildren a legacy and inheritance of a Deep Faith, a Vibrant Hope and a Love generating an enthusiasm of energy in living Life to the Full. Al was a Mans Man.... All Man. He loved to be with his Cronies playing Poker or drinking a beer, or trying to make Tiger Woods nervous when stepping up to tee off. He loved golfing but also followed football and baseball. Jacinta and I are adopted members of the Family and Spiritual Parents of their Three Priest Sons, Fr. Mark, Fr. Walter and Mike now studying for ordination. They gratefully invite YouAll to join them in the Celebration of their Father becoming a New Person in Christ...... With the Joy and Adoration of seeing the Very Face of God and the Beautiful Face of the Ever Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of all Gods Children. We thank our Heavenly Father for the wonderful Gift that Al, Catherine and the entire Nolte Family, are to us all. Thank You God. Finally, A couple of tales that you might enjoy. Al and Catherine went to a Real Estate Dinner and went into the elevator, when Bill Clinton, then Governor of Arkansas also entered the elevator. With a big smile he put out his hand to give Al a hearty hand shake. Its so good to see you again my friend. greeted the Governor. What are you talking about? I never met you, I dont like you and I never voted for you. During the night it seemed the Governor was trying to change Als mind. Being the kind of man that Al was, I believe he also prayed for the Governor. Al had his good friend from Texas visit him. All day he was always saying how great Texas was and all their accomplishments surpassing everyone. Al said nothing. The next day he was taking his good Friend for a ride. When he passed the Big Hospital He said, Ill be dam, that wasnt there yesterday.