Who is Albert Orban from Lily's Crossing and what is their importance?

Albert Orban is the nephew of Emery and Eva Orban, Rockaway neighbors of the Mollahans. Albert is originally from Hungary, where he once lived with his parents, sister, and grandmother. When Albert is orphaned, he and his sister escape and are later separated in France. Also, after his parents are killed by the Nazis, Albert becomes even closer to his grandmother, Nagymamma. Following his escape from Europe, Albert goes first to Canada and then to the United States, to live with his uncle and aunt. Albert is around the same age as Lily and Margaret. He is approximately four years older than his sister Ruth.