CPO Albert Francis Emin, III, USN, Ret. 

Albert Francis Emin III, a beloved father and grandfather and proud retired veteran of the United States Navy, died on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.

Born on October 2, 1959 in Providence, Rhode Island to the late Albert Francis Emin, Jr. and Joan Anne Perry.  Albert lived in Lake Lure, North Carolina and was a lifelong learner and a man of unwavering faith.  He was interested in history with a fascination about American presidents, reading countless hours of biographies, memoirs and historical accounts.  His travels took him to presidential homes and historical landmarks across the country. 

He greatest joy came from being around his loved ones.  He was a proud father and grandfather.

Albert is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth Clemente of Rome, New York, his granddaughter Skyla Clemente and his girlfriend Mary Ann Leon of Syracuse, New York as well his beloved dog Lily.

Services will be held privately for the family.

 The Padgett and King Mortuary & Crematory is in charge of arrangements and an online guest registry is available at www.padgettking.com