It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John G. Albrecht who passed away on Feb. 4, 2026.
Many of you may know him as John from to their home near St. Jacobs, Ont., in 1962. He was happy to give anyone a good deal and has helped to make Waterloo Region much greener. He worked at the same time for 20 years at Carlings/Labatts as a machinist. He designed and built a large apartment building, his daughter’s professional office and owned numerous rental properties in Kitchener Waterloo.
His energy was boundless. He enjoyed life with his friends to the same extent and was often the life of the party, or he’d fall asleep because he worked so much. He always encouraged his family to reach their greatest potential. Work was his hobby, but he cherished his family and friends.
Albrecht was the cherished husband of Mary (Reimer) Albrecht with whom he shared over 63 years of marriage.
Albrecht will be forever remembered by his children John Albrecht (Sabrina Struckholt), Jackie Albrecht (Bryan Smith) and Rob Albrecht (Nancy Stolper). He was the proud Opa to Nikita Smith (Piero del Valle), Possum Albrecht, Vance Smith and Adelia Albrecht.
Albrecht was the son of the late Franz and Julia (Herbst) Albrecht. He will be deeply missed by his sister Hilde Balzer (Erhard Balzer) and predeceased by his brother Franz Albrecht (Rosa). Albrecht has many wonderful extended family members and countless friends who will miss him dearly.
Albrecht was an entrepreneurial, intelligent and determined man who came from Germany with nothing and built his life to his fullest. He always had a project on the go. He was a real go-getter!
Those wishing to make a memorial donation can contribute to Hospital Family Houses of Ontario, Hamilton General Hospital Foundation (Neuro Trauma Unit), Heart & Stroke Foundation or Trees for Woolwich.
