Anita Albert, 76, of Bellefontaine, passed away at 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, at Campbell Place in Bellefontaine, Ohio. She was born on June 8, 1946, in West Liberty, Ohio, a daughter of the late Harold Henry and Margery (Everhart) Albert.
Anita is survived by two sisters-in-law, Martha Albert of West Liberty and Connie Albert of Clarksville, Tennessee; four nieces, Janine Albert (Eric) Evans, Jana Albert (Craig) Randolph, Terri Albert Musser, and Rhonda Albert (Andy) Wyatt; and three nephews, Doug (Christina) Albert, Mark Albert, and Rex (Brenda) Dulain. In addition to her parents, Anita was preceded in death by two brothers, Ronald Albert, and Gene Albert.
Anita graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1972 from The Ohio State University. She worked for Iowa State University in the publications department, where she was instrumental in the design of the new Iowa State University Cyclones official logo in 1983. She later worked as Director of the Publications and Creative Services Department at Clemson University which included responsibilities as editor of the Clemson World Magazine. During her time at Clemson, she worked with the Carolina Panthers in promotions and marketing for their new pro football franchise. Anita enjoyed drawing, knitting, and watching Ohio State football.
Pastor Ed Beale will officiate a funeral service at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at the West Liberty United Methodist Church, 202 E. Newell Street in West Liberty. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery in West Liberty, Ohio.
Memorial contribution may be made to West Liberty United Methodist Church, 202 E. Newell Street, West Liberty, Ohio 43357 or to the West Liberty Town Hall Restoration Project, c/o West Liberty Historical Society, P.O. Box 159, West Liberty, Ohio 43357.
EICHHOLTZ DARING & SANFORD FUNERAL HOME, WEST LIBERTY is honored to serve the Albert family and encourages anyone to share a fond memory or message of condolence at www.edsfh.com.