Ernest Lee Albee passes away at age 65

Ernest “Ernie” Lee Albee, a longtime resident of New Suffolk, passed away at his home on September 28, 2026, at the age of 65. Born in Plattsburgh, New York, Albee later moved to Long Island, where he attended Mattituck-Cutchogue High School.

Albee was known for his meticulous and methodical nature. His professional life included work in construction, renovation, machining, boat building, and owning a tanning salon. For the last decade, he worked at Ace Hardware in Southold, where he specialized in the assembly of various retail items.

An avid reader with a passion for history and historical fiction, Albee also enjoyed gardening, leatherworking, hiking, and camping. He was a fan of the Grateful Dead and frequently visited parks such as Acadia National Park. He is survived by his wife, Darby Moore, his mother, Judith Hallock, his daughter, Kayla Albee, and his brother, David Hallock.