Obituary -Biagio (Bill) Alba

Biagio (Bill) Alba, 87 of Lake Grove, NY on October 12, 2017. Born in Brooklyn NY to Joseph and Josephine Alba. Bill married, the love of his life, the late Grace Caruana in 1956. They were married for 57 years. He was a 20-year member of the New York City Fire Department starting in 1960. In 1963 he moved his family to Smithtown, NY and remained there his entire life. He was a fighter, charming and funny as well. He lived a long life in spite of his challenges. He was an avid skier, tennis player, scuba diver and loved his adventures at sea on the ValleJoe and the Windchantress.

Bill was someone who was willing to try new things and always bounced back with each and every challenge that came his way. He was steady, funny and full of love. He let Gracie take center stage, but was always in control as the strong and quiet variety. We will miss him terribly, but we are so grateful for the wonderful years full of family, friends, memories and love. He is survived by his 3 children: Valerie Lindeman, Lisa Procter and Joseph Alba and his 6 grandchildren who he adored: Kimberly Allen, Hillary, Natalie Lindeman, Emily, Addy and Sam Procter.

Religious Service was celebrated at the funeral home. Proud Veteran United States Army Korean War.Interment with Military Honors followed at Calverton National Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the professional care Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown. Online guest book