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Albert ‘Al’ Pagac
Albert “Al” Geier Pagac of Southampton died peacefully on August 8 in Charlotte, North Carolina, surrounded by his family. He was 90.
Born on October 4, 1934, to Joseph and Anne Pagac in their house on Moses Lane, he was a lifelong resident of the area. He attended Southampton public schools and graduated high school in 1953. He then pursued his studies at Farmingdale State College, where he majored in business and earned an associate’s degree in applied science in 1955.
He joined the family beverage distribution business, founded by his father in 1927, and successfully ran it until 1996. During his youth, he worked for his father during the summers and caddied at the Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, where he had the honor of caddying for Gary Cooper and other luminaries. He was one of the first boys in Southampton to deliver Newsday to homes.
In October 1965, he married Gladys Van Slyck from Islip. Together, they raised three daughters: Ginger, Pamela, and Jane. He was known for his big heart and willingness to help family and friends in need. He had a deep love for his country and held veterans in high regard for their sacrifices. His greatest joy came from spending time with his family.
He was an avid golfer and a former member of the Southampton Golf Club. He was also a dedicated member of the Kiwanis Club of Southampton, the Masonic Lodge for over 62 years, the Royal Arch Masons, and St. John’s Episcopal Church, where he served as an acolyte from sixth grade through high school. Additionally, he volunteered for the Dominican Sisters and was involved in several business associations.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Gladys; their three daughters, Ginger Lachcik and her husband Ted of Southampton, Pamela Vinski and her husband Jeff of Tequesta, Florida, and Jane Mokos and her husband Chris of Charlotte, North Carolina; five grandchildren, Matthew Mokos, Sophia Mokos, Luke Mokos, Jack Vinski, and Savanna Vinski; two siblings, Josephine P. Cotnoir of Massachusetts and Charles Pagac of Southampton. He was predeceased by his brother, John Pagac of Southampton.
The family plans to hold a celebration of life at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. John’s Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 5068, Southampton, NY 11969 (stjohnsouthampton.org).
Staff Writer on Aug 18, 2025