Albert Paul Kovacs, Sr., age 82, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-the city where he was born on July 9, 1943, and where he spent his entire life building a legacy of service, laughter, and love.  A graduate of Allderdice High School in Pittsburgh, Albert began his professional journey by enlisting in the U.S. Army in November, 1961. Stationed at Fort Knox, Kentucky, he valued his service and attained the rank of Private First Class. He completed his military duty and was honorably discharged in November 1963. Upon returning home, he entered Pittsburgh’s iconic steel industry-first as a mill worker and later as a draftsman and programmer for U.S. Steel. During his time at US Steel, he earned his Associate Degree from CCAC, and continued to take evening classes at the University of Pittsburgh, furthering his education towards a Bachelor’s Degree while continuing to work full-time.  Albert later made a bold career change that would define much of his life: he became a firefighter for the City of Pittsburgh. Wearing the uniform with pride and courage, he served his community with unwavering dedication until his retirement. Whether fighting fires, or helping family and friends in need, Albert approached every task with a full heart and tireless energy.