Passed away suddenly at Hotel-Dieu Hospital, on Wednesday October 7, 2009 at 83 years of age. Loving husband of, and predeceased by, his beloved Roberta (nee Percy)(1998). Also predeceased by their son Darryl (2000). Dear father of Joseph and wife Janice, Todd and wife Carolle. Dear brother-in-law of Arthur and Betty Brunelle, Frank and Bonnie Burton, and Willard and Fay Brodeur. Dear uncle, grandfather and great grandfather to many. Al, who up until retirement, was president and owner of J.R. Tubaro and Son Ltd. General Contractors, which he took over from his father, who started it well over 60 years ago. He also specialized in glass block work. His work, often unique, could be seen over the years at many well known establishments such as, Geno's Italian Village, Lee's Imperial House, The Top Hat Supper Club, Chan's Chinese Restaurant, The Ottawa House Tavern, The Loft at the Madrid Hotel, The Sandhill and Menard Taverns and Peppermint's Bar. As well, he did considerable work for the University of Windsor, Hiram Walker, and the City of Windsor. This was in addition to the many residences he worked on over the years. Al was a longtime member and son of one of the original founding members and past president of The Giovanni Caboto Club. He was a member of Probus, and had a lifelong interest in Technocracy Inc. Combined with his lifelong passion for books and reading, he had a vast wealth of knowledge to spread to those around him. He will be sadly missed by his "Wednesday Morning Buddies" at Champions. He will also be sadly missed by longtime friends, the Muzzin and Probe families, as well as the Rouillard family. A huge hole has been left for his loved ones. At Al's request, a private family service has been held and cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Families First Funeral Home & Tribute Centre (519-969-5841) 3260 Dougall Ave. If you so desire, donations to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society, Windsor Public Library or charity of choice would be appreciated by the family.