Albert B. Cromer, 78, of Park Ridge, formerly of Oak Park. Beloved husband for 56 years of Jean E. Cromer, nee Merritt; loving father of Ron (Suzy) Cromer, Carolyn (Roger) Burton, James (Sharon) Cromer, Laurie (Doug) Launhardt, Linda (Steve) Dombek and Chris (Charlie) McLaughlin; devoted grandfather of 25; and great-grandfather of one; fond brother of Joe “Bud” (Shirley) Cromer and Bob (Helen) Cromer; dear uncle to many nieces and nephews. WWII Marine Corps Veteran, past owner of RM Sellergren, Inc., painting contractors. Member of Des Plaines Elks Club. Visitation Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m. at Oehler Funeral Home, 2099 Miner St., Des Plaines, and Thursday, from 10 a.m. until time of funeral service 11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 418 Touhy, Park Ridge, IL 60068. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the church to be used for their Memory Gardens, would be appreciated. Info 847-824-5155.
