The Principality pays tribute to Albert Croesi
Albert Croesi passed away at the age of 62 - © Communication Department
Founder of A Roca, member of the National Council and then of the Prince’s Government, Albert Croesi was an iconic figure in the Principality.
Just last week, with his characteristic smile, he was announcing the programme details of the Prince Rainier III centenary festivities, in his role as secretary of the Organising Committee. Sadly, Albert Croesi suffered a fatal heart attack on the night of Friday 2 to Saturday 3 June, aged 62.
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The local figure was “in love with his country,” according to Monaco Info. The entrepreneur created the A Roca bakery and was constantly involved in Monegasque life.
Albert Croesi was first a member of the National Council’s watchdog unit, then a member of the Government as Chief Country Officer for Quality of Life and public service users Relations, at the Ministry of State. He was instrumental in rehousing Monegasque residents following the issues that arose at the Jardins d’Apolline.
He was also Managing Director of Monaco Inter expo, now Pavillon Monaco, and Vice-President Delegate of the Federation of Grimaldi Historic Sites. Albert Croesi, who was responsible for organising the Sites’ annual Forum on the Rock, passed away just a few days before the fourth edition, due to take place on 10 and 11 June.
“He will be greatly missed”
His sudden passing has shaken the Principality and tributes have been pouring in on social media. The Prince’s Palace issued the following statement: “It is with immense sadness that H.S.H. Prince Albert II has learned of the sudden death of Mr Albert Croesi in his sixty-second year. Commitment, energy, a sense of duty and public interest, and his unswerving dedication to the Principality of Monaco and the Princely Family: these were the qualities that fuelled Albert Croesi’s actions throughout his life. The Sovereign Prince and His Family wish to express their most sincere condolences to Paul, his son, as well as to Pierine, his mother, and to all his family and friends.”
The Minister of State, Pierre Dartout, also expressed his sorrow : “It is with great sadness that we hear of the sudden passing of Albert Croesi. On behalf of the Prince’s Government, I would like to express my most sincere condolences to his family and loved ones. We already miss his generosity, his kindness, and the energy he gave to all the projects entrusted to him.”
Finally, Brigitte Boccone-Pagès, President of the National Council, paid tribute to him on social networks: “It is with infinite sadness that we learn of the sudden death of Albert Croesi. Close to the entire Monegasque community, he was recently still involved in the Rainier III Centenary celebrations, with his well-known energy and enthusiasm. He will be greatly missed. On behalf of the elected members and staff of Monaco National Council, I would like to extend our most sincere condolences to his family and friends.”