Bartow - Albert Hopper, 86, passed away Friday, September 21, 2012. Albert was born April 4, 1926 in Upper Darby, PA, Albert served in the United States Marine Corp where he was the recipient of a Purple Heart. He retired as a Superintendent from IMC Phosphate. Mr. Hopper was a past board member of Floral Lakes Home Owners Association. He survived by his two sons; John Hopper & wife Patricia of Vero Beach and Tim Hopper & wife Linda of Lakeland. Daughter; Patricia Margiotti of Lakeland. Seven Grandchildren; Ashley, Amy, Kim, Rick, Jessica, Rob and Preston. Family will receive friends Monday, September 24, 2012 from 10 to 11 AM at Whidden-McLean Funeral Home in Bartow. Funeral service will be held Monday, September 24, 2012, at 11:00 AM at Whidden-McLean Funeral Home. Condolences to family at www.whiddenmcleanfuneralhome.com