Albin Beyer Obituary

We competed on an asphalt basketball court in Athens, Alabama , usually when the rest of Athens was asleep.
Al was to short, to slow and had a impediment from what I assumed was from birth. But he was determined so some of our one on ones became quite competitive!
I would go to his upstairs apartment and view his photos and later his paintings of the kids at his practice teaching group.
I only was around Al for a year or maybe two but he was not only a friend but an influence and inspiration in my life.

Sending condolences to the family - we were honored to know Al as a friend and colleague for many years. Al and Carol used to chat in the gym and share memories of Forest Hills, NY, where we both grew up. We are so pleased that we have a piece of his work in our home, purchased at one of the sales where Al donated the proceeds to Doctors Without Borders. He was such a good man.

Carol and Bob Botsch

I've known Al since the 2nd grade at P.S. 101. We were friends for over 60 years.
He was a good friend & I'm grateful for the many memories & conversations that we shared over the years. He will be forever missed.
Our deepest condolences to Caina, Nelson & the rest of his family, and the many friends who will miss him.

It's sad to think of Aiken without Al.

Thank you for sharing details about Al´s life and family. Donald and I were very fond of Al, and we will not forget him.

The past few years I´ve been wondering what the word was for `great love of a great teacher´, for that´s how I feel about Al. I was late in coming to him, but did get in his last 2 years of teaching, and have him to thank for giving me an opening into my very soul and mind and being through painting, and will be grateful to him all my days. Having not a good memory, I took copious notes when he talked to us: "Parts of a painting should SCREAM!.....Blast it out!....be a wild goose!.....Strong Bold brush strokes...pure color....A Festival of color...big blotches of color....bright and bold and strong...no regard to `things´...Blow out the color!....a portrait of energy...a festivals of warms and cools....
How he worked in the senior painters with the college students, his critiques and art history sessions, his constant inspirations and irritations....2 years with him were a highlight of my life. Your life was....still is, a blessing dear Al.

He was a fantastic human with a kind soul and legendary quick wits. I feel lucky to have been able to meet him so many years ago. He had a huge impact on so many people and they will continue to carry and share the lessons they learned from Al and their memories of him for years to come.

This is a wonderful tribute. He was a wonderful and special dad who was always supportive of his children and grandchildren. An artist beyond contemporary compare.... with much love, and precious memories. Judy

It was a privilege to share the Etherredge Center with Al. He was an amazing artist and passionate colleague who always kept students at the heart of university. The artistic and educational world lost a great person.

A dear friend, one of great humanity, gentle and kind, and a tremendous teacher, has dropped into history. Many well-deserved words of admiration and gratitude will be spoken and written about Al. I wish he could know that. I will miss him.

Prayers for peace and comfort. As someone has said, death may end a life but it doesn´t end a relationship and you´ll keep Al alive forever by sharing your good memories of him with those you meet in this life.