Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at the Morrison Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home. His funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 16, 2026, at Spring Valley Reformed Church, with Rev. Paul Wissink, pastor of Spring Valley Reformed Church, officiating. Burial will take place at 2:00 p.m. at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison. Memorials have been established to Spring Valley Reformed Church, Homestead of Morrison, and IHCC Hospice.
Albert was born February 10, 1933, in Morrison, IL, the son of John and Geessien (Baar) Vos. He was educated in Morrison grade schools and Morrison High School, where he played varsity football all 4 years. On February 14, 1952, he married Betty Ottens in Union Grove, IL. They shared 70 wonderful years of marriage before her passing on March 5, 2022.
Al spent much of his working life in construction, beginning with Groharing Mason Contractors and later working for J.A. Bull and Sons. He eventually went to work for the Illinois State Highway Department in Morrison, where he remained until his retirement. Al took pride in his construction work and developed Pleasant View Acres Subdivision west of Morrison. He also owned and operated the Parkview Motel, Vos Apartments, and The East End Mini Restaurant, where he could often be found cooking. Although he officially retired, Al never really put his tools away. He enjoyed sharing his passion for construction with his children, helping with building projects, cement work, and various handyman jobs. A sign that the work of a true carpenter was never quite finished!
Al was a devoted member of Spring Valley Church in Fulton, where he faithfully served as an Elder and Deacon and also taught adult Sunday School for many years. He generously gave his time to deliver Meals on Wheels and assist at the local Food Pantry. He also served as President of the Morrison Chamber of Commerce, was a member of Morrison Lions International, and also Rotary. For many years, he enjoyed the camaraderie of bowling in leagues here in town. Above all, Al’s family, church family, and faith in God were central to his life. He treasured the time spent with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and his many friendships meant so much to him. Even as dementia progressed, Al never lost his sense of humor or his signature smile. He will be fondly remembered for the jokester he was and the laughter he brought to those around him.
Survivors include four daughters, Nancy (Doug) Bush of Fulton, IL, Brenda (Jim) Mitchell of The Villages, FL, Barbara (Mike) Schropp of Rogers, AR, and Lisa (Josh) Bush of Morrison, IL; two sons, Larry Vos and Tim (Linda) Vos both of Morrison, IL; eleven grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren, with one expected in January; four step-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; eight step-great-great-children; sisters-in-law, Joyce Ottens and Marlene Ottens; brothers-in-law, Dewey Decker and Jim (Barb) Ottens; several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Betty; two sisters, Sena Huizenga and Fannie Stralow; four brothers, Rev. James Vos, Bernard Vos, Henry Vos, and Marvin Vos; one niece and three nephews.
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