Al Passed away peacefully at 84 with his family by his side at Woods Park Care Center Barrie Sun. Mar 5, 2023.
Al leaves behind his wife Joyce nee (Hurd) of 60 yrs and two children Steve (Alison) Pam (Mike); and his beloved grandkids Cameron (Sam), Logan, Mikayla (Evan), and Sheridan (Brock).
He is pre-deceased by his brother Arn (Lola), sister Kathy (Don) leaves behind brothers Chuck (Wanda)Ted and Jim (Trish) and sisters Bonnie and Bernice as well as many nieces nephews and extended family and friends.
Al was a long time resident of Midhurst but was born and raised in the Stouffville/Zephyr area where he was introduced to farming.
Al was a kind caring and patient soul.
He was selfless never complained or asked for help but would give you the shirt off his back. He had a passion for life and lived an active lifestyle.
Al was a dedicated hard worker and had a very lengthy career in the soft drink business. Started as a driver/ Merchandiser for Wilson’s Ginger Ale in Toronto. Then moved to management at Wilson’s in Barrie then to Canada Dry and finally ending his career with Pepsi both in Orillia.
Al was best known for his love for the outdoors. He was an avid hunter, hiker, fisherman, golfer, snowmobiler, water skier, ATVer and maple syrup producer. He loved his tractors his dogs and to play euchre
This love took him North in the 1960’s to be one of the original founders of Smokey Lake Hunt Camp. This was his “happy place” where he spent most of his spare time. This love and passion was passed on to both his children and all 4 of his grandkids . He has taught them all to love nature and enjoy life in the outdoors.
At Al’s request, cremation has taken place & a family ceremony will follow in the spring at the Midhurst Union Cemetery for his “final resting place”
A celebration of life will be held on Sun., April 2nd,2023 at the ANAF Club 365, 52 Morrow Rd Barrie ON from 1-4 pm, www.anafbarrie.ca. The family would like to thank the entire care team at Woods Park, especially Joyce, his favourite PSW. Online condolences can be made to the family at www.peacefultransition.ca. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Al to the Ontario Federation of Anglers www.ofah.org
and Hunters, or a charity of choice.