Albert H. Davidson Obituary
Albert “Al” Davidson
Passed away on Friday May 15, 2026 at the age of 78. Albert (Al) was a lifelong resident of Arlington, Massachusetts. Born on April 4, 1948 to the late Henry A. Davidson and the late Florence E. (Foley) Davidson, both formally of Arlington. He was a dedicated brother to his late sister Marilyn A. Davidson. Devoted Husband of 54 years to his wife Regina M. (Lucarelli) Davidson of Arlington, loving father to his daughter Jennifer M. Davidson-Hernandez of Arlington and adoring Papa to his grand daughter Lillian G. Hernandez. He was survived by several cherished cousins, nieces and nephews to whom he was known as Uncle Al. Lastly, he is survived by a bunch of kids who consider him their grandfather and call him Pa, whom he shared a mutual love with. He will be missed dearly by all.
He served his country with honor and courage as a member of the United States Navy, fought in the Vietnam war and died a proud Disabled American Vetran. Following his 4 years in the Navy, he worked for the Town of Arlington DPW before his hard work brought him to Polaroid where he worked as a Machinist in the Battery Division for 30 dedicated years. He would finish his career as a Machinist at the MBTA Everett Repair Facility for 10 years before he retired. His work ethic, commitment and ability to fix anything was always admired by his co-workers and all who loved him.
He was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Club and a life member of the Winter Hill Yacht Club (WHYC) in Somerville, where he dedicated much of his time to its members and its facility. He was a co-guardian and active participant in the 11 year battle to keep the Fernald School in Waltham open, where his sister lived for the majority of her life.
Outside of his family, work and service, his favorite place to be was near the ocean. He was an avid lover of boating, fishing, lighthouses and spending time on, near or in the ocean throughout his life beginning in early childhood. In his last ten years, his grand daughter Lillian (Babe) was his greatest joy, “his everything” as he called her who cherished him equally.
Family, friends and his loved ones will remember him for often being a man of few words, his vast knowledge of all things and his abilites, his storytelling, his dry yet witty humor, how easy he was to talk to and the way he made everyone feel welcome and loved.
He leaves behind everlasting memories with everyone who loved him, his loving and adoring family who he loved and lived for, his friends, and an extended community of people of all ages who adored him and will miss him dearly.
The family also wishes to express sincere gratitude to the staff and caregivers at the Winchester Hospital where he passed and the Winchester Rehab facility for their compassion, care, and support during his stay and to his family.
Donations may be made in memory of his sister, Marilyn A. Davidson, to the Massachusetts Special Olympics.