Of Guelph passed away at home peacefully surrounded by his children and very close friends on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at the age of 77.
Beloved husband of the late Anne Boden who are now back in each others arms, watching over their loved ones. Much loved father to Mandy, Paul, Tracey and father-in-law to Kevin, Wendy and Perry. Grandfather to Craig, Shane, Brady, Samantha, Naomi and the late Lee. Fondly remembered by several great grandchildren.
Alan was born in Whitegate Cheshire in the UK. For many years he worked as a diesel mechanic in the UK and Sudan. He later emigrated to Canada with Anne and sup up life in Guelph, continuing his career as a diesel mechanic. He made many memories and life long friends through his love of playing squash and later after retirement becoming a member and playing golf at Victoria Park Valley Golf Club.
The family would like to invite anyone that knew Alan to join them at his Celebration of Life, to be held at Memory Gardens Funeral Home, 2723 Victoria St. N, Breslau, Ontario on Sunday, December 29, 2024 starting at 2:00 pm.
The family would like to express their heart-felt gratitude to Dr. Knight and the entire team at Grand River Cancer Centre, Ontario Home Health, Dr Brodovsky, Jessica and the Bayshore team, Dr. Finnegan and the Norfolk Medical team for the continuous care and support they gave to Alan.