Al was a longtime mentor and friend to me since the 1980’s when I started work as a geologist. I had the good fortune to share many field projects with him and never stopped learning from him. He was genuine in everything and a timeless gentleman as well.

Rest in Peace, Al. Yours was a job well done.

I have known Al for only about 30 yrs. I first meet and hired him as a consultant at Vulcan Materials about 30 years ago. Al was a good friend and a mentor to me. He was an inspiration to all geologists who enjoy their job and the geologic profession. Al continued to do geologic investigations, teach others, and learn himself. I just worked with Al on a consulting job just 2-3 yrs. ago.