WILLIAM J. ALBERT Age 70, passed away on September 10, 2017 in Honolulu. "Bill," or "Uncle Willy," was born and raised in Long Island, New York. At 17, he left home in a VW van to pursue his dream of surfing in California. He was a lifelong surfer who loved the ocean and the great friendships it brought him. He is survived by his wife Camilla, his niece Samantha, nephew John, and many other cherished friends and family members.