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About This Memory Space
This page was created for Othor (Al) Aldridge's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Othor (Al) Aldridge's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Othor (Al) Aldridge. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Othor (Al) Aldridge carved a remarkable path marked by dedicated service, media innovation, and unwavering family bonds, leaving an indelible mark on military circles, broadcasting arenas, and the hearts of his loved ones.
Born in 1943, Al Aldridge built a life of adventure and achievement, spanning continents and careers. His journey took him from U.S. military bases to overseas outposts, where he honed skills in communication that later defined his civilian pursuits. After decades of impactful work, he settled into a fulfilling retirement surrounded by the family he cherished most.
A 26-year U.S. Air Force veteran, Al retired in 1982 as a broadcast journalist, having served at Fort Ben Harrison, during two Vietnam tours, in the Azores and Portugal, and on Crete, Greece. Transitioning to civilian life, he managed a TV station at Wright State University, then advanced cable operations at Time Warner (later Bright House) for 19 years. He also lent his voice talents to Black Expo through his venture, Al's Soundmachine, enriching community events with professional voiceovers.
Family & Loved Ones
Central to Al's world stood his extraordinary 57-year marriage to Barbara Moore Aldridge, a partnership that weathered life's journeys with grace and mutual strength. Together they raised three children—Melissa, Mathew, and the late Martin—filling their home with enduring affection. Al's joy multiplied through five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, whom he delighted in watching grow, often sharing tales from his worldly experiences.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from acquaintances and kin alike illuminate Al's stature as a steadfast storyteller whose voice resonated across airwaves and personal connections, evoking fond recollections of his humor, reliability, and globe-trotting spirit.