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karl & Rose Killingbeck posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Pat and family, Rose and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Alvin, and we pray you find peace in the many loving memories you have shared with with him over the past 5 decades.
Alvin was very passionate in whatever cause he set his mind to, and I recall back in the 80's when as union activists at Canpar Transport, we traveled throughout southern Ontario to educate our fellow workers about their rights to a safe work environment, we accomplished a lot of positive changes that are still in effect to this day.
Visiting your home in Bothwell with my young family over 30 years ago and the tour you gave us of the surrounding area was truly a treat and we speak fondly of those memories to this day.
Alvin was a great man and he will be missed.
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Janine Grant donated to Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
I learned to know what a happy, loving, kind man was. He was a man who touched many lives and I am grateful to have known him.
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Ronald Gill posted a condolence
Friday, January 15, 2021
Sorry to hear of the loss of your life partner. Alvin will truly be mist by many.
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Donald Gutteridge posted a condolence
Thursday, January 14, 2021
Alvin was my best friend during our formative teenage years in Orchard Heights (Chatham). I loved to invent board games and Alvin was always my cheerful "test pilot". We played softball all summer and road hockey all winter, safe in our little enclave. I went away to university and saw Alvin on my occasional visits home nd in the summers. But my parents split up and moved away and I simply lost contact with my good friend. Little did I realize but it would be 55 years later before Alvin phoned out of the blue, and we took up our conversation as if we had not finished it. Alvin soon visited our home and stayed for supper. After that we met monthly at Tim Horton's nearby, where Alvin continued regaling me with stories about his life and loving family. A friend of my youth and a wonderful friend of my age, I shall miss him terribly. My deepest condolences to Pat and his children grandchildren and great grandchild.
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Helen Cosgrave and family posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Alvin always made the family reunions more fun..we will all miss him. Sorry for your loss. Sending much love ❤️
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Brian and Jane wright posted a condolence
Sunday, January 10, 2021
Our sympathy to Mrs. Gehl and family in Alvin’s passing. We appreciate Alvin and Mrs Gehl’s kindness to our brother when in hospital together in the fall. Alvin was a kind and understanding man. All the best in the different and difficult days ahead. Sincerely, Brian and Jane Wright
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Laura Klazinga posted a condolence
Saturday, January 9, 2021
I will always remember The Times that we were able to spend with Alvin, Pat and boys. I feel incredibly blessed to be considered one of those honorary children As Alvin and my dad were best friends from childhood. He was always an honourable man Who is always there for us kids after our parents passed! Alvin always had an ear no matter what time of day or night. He was always there to offer advice and if we took it that was our choice but he was always A man Who always stood behind what he said and he didn't beat around the Bush. I will always be incredibly thankful I will never forget the day when I posted my wedding picture on my Facebook and he said what a beautiful daughter. I will miss you so much Alvin and I could just imagine the party that you are my father are having up in heaven as I know dad would be there at the gate waiting for you... Until we meet again Alvin... Please give my mom and dad a hug
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Laura Klazinga lit a candle
Saturday, January 9, 2021
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Yvette and Norm Caron andfamille donated to Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation
Friday, January 8, 2021
Chers Pat et famille, Nous voulons vous offrir nos condoléances les plus sincères pour le décès de Alvin. Sachez que vous êtes dans nos pensées et prières durant ce temps difficile.
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Elliott family posted a condolence
Friday, January 8, 2021
Our sympathy from the “Shetland Gang” going to “Shirley” and all the Gahl family. Our prayers are with u at this time.
Lu-Ann Bardyla posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Our deepest condolences to you Pat, David, Bob, Gary and the rest of your families. It brook my heart to have read this tonight about the passing of Alvin. We go back many many years, well 50 years at least. Alvin to me was always the man to make people happy. He was so kind and knew so many people through him delivering parcel daily. So easy to love. This huge Hug come to you Pat and the boys now men. :(
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Ann Fleming posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Tears and Prayers for you Pat and family. The Fleming sisters, Ann & Margy & Leslee grew up with the Gehl boys in Chatham, especially Alvin and Harold. A sad day for our family. Alvin saved my Dad's Air Force jacket that he used as a fishing jacket - then gave it to Ann. There was no saving the jacket but Ann cut all the buttons off and had a Master Silversmith make a Sterling Silver ring encasing one of the buttons for her nephew David - Margy's son, who was very close to the sisters' father, Howard. Alvin got to see the finished ring. Thanks Alvin.
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Robert Sullivan posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Dear Pat and family. So sorry to read of Alvin’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Cousin Bob and Beth Sullivan.
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Marino Argenti lit a candle
Thursday, January 7, 2021
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I wish to offer my deepest sympathies to Ted and all the family members. May all your sorrows be balanced and overflow with joyful Life's memories.
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Gisele Bedard posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Truly a life well lived! Seeing his picture affirms feelings in me of the great man he was. My love and condolences to you Pat and the family. May his life live on in you!
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Marien Hopman posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2021
So sorry for your loss Pat. You were not only valued customers...but always brought smiles to the faces of Pete & I at the butcher shop back in the 70's . Wishing you God's comfort and grace during this difficult time.........Marien Hopman
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Andrew Moffat posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Gary, Bob and Family, I am very sorry for your loss. Knowing that you two would be reflections of your Dad, I know he must have been a great Man. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your Mom and your entire family, May God grant you peace during this time.
Andy Moffat
Dawn Misselbrook posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
My condolences to the Gehl family. I don't have a ton of memories to share about Alvin but I always remember him as being fair and kind and I admired his sense of family and community. He will be missed by all who knew him.
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Joe & Amanda Woolman posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Pat & Gehl family So very sorry for your loss
Alvin was a great mentor he took me under his wing at canpar and showed me the ropes
After he retired we would bump into each other at the arena
Always love catching up with him
Something I always remember him saying to me was
"stick with me laddie I'll make you a wealthy man"
He will be deeply missed
Amanda & Joe Woolman
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Peter king posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
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Aunt Pat and entire Gehl family and relatives. So sad to hear of Uncle Alvin's passing. He will be missed by so many. To me he was a man who bestowed so many great memories. He always had a great story to tell. Either about some hidden treasure he owned or to new ones he would seek out with his new magnet.
He was a man who would give you the shirt off his back, stop what he was doing to help another, no questions asked and be the first to listen to your problems. He will always be remembered and never forgotten. Peter King
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Melinda Wolfe posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Sorry for your loss. I remember him well from my time in Bothwell. Melinda (Boam) Wolfe
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Fred Osmon posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
My condolences to the family. Alvin and I were in the Air Cadets together. That was in the 1950's. I still have a picture of Alvin and some others in their uniforms. News Pic. We were on facebook together. He was a great guy.
Fred Osmon
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Jim Arnold posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
My condolences to the Gehl and King families.
I worked with Alvin off and on at Can Par for many years. He was a fine man with upstanding morals and you could always count on AL to do more than his share .
RIP old friend.
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John & Donna Boothe posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Dave Kathy and Gehl Family thinking of you with our deepest sympathies May your cherished memories carry you though this sad time
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Steven Cook posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Our condolences to Pat and the Gehl family: Each and every blessed time Al would come to Uncle Tom's Cabin Museum, I could hear him from my office say to Brenda Lambkin: "Where's that young buck? Is he married yet???" We loved his humour, his stories, and his kind, gentle nature. I know he'll be missed. Keeping you and the family in our prayers at this difficult time.
Steven Cook
Brenda Lambkin
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Aline King posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Pat, and all your family, I was so sad to hear of Alvin's passing, but there isn't a day that we won't think of him. He and yourself have always welcomed everyone in your home, we shared so many adventures, stories, road trips , all beautiful memories that we will cherish forever, my love and sympathies to all of you.
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Mervin and Elaine Jaques posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Our sympathy to the Gehl family. He is at peace now. Remember him well from the years spend in Bothwell. Treasure the wonderful memories.
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MICHELLE VANDENENDEN posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Sincères sympathies à toi Pat et ta famile.
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Jason Steele lit a candle
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
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Our deepest condolences on the loss of Alvin. Many of my best childhood memories are at the Gehl's house. Alvin and the entire family were always there for anyone regardless of the time between visits. Full of stories, life lessons and an abundance of generosity. He was a great presence in my life and I am grateful for it. Sending our love. Jason Steele and family
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Joe and Marion Lucio posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Dear Pat and Family.It is with great sadness to hear of the passing of Alvin.Marion and I send our most sincere condolences and prayers.I have known and enjoyed Alvin's friendship for the past 59 years and will miss him very very much.Thank you Alvin for your friendship.Rest in Peace you are a good man.
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Mel & Carol Robert posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Pat and family at this time of loss. Always remember him stopping or driving by in the UPS truck, always a wave.
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Brian and MaryAnn Rumble posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Pat and Family. MaryAnn and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family at this most difficult time. I worked with Alvin for many many years and I was thankful for not being just a coworker but also a friend. Till we meet again RIP Alvin.
Brian and MaryAnn Rumble
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Betty Garrett posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Dear Pat and family - My condolences in the loss of your loved one. Will remember his great sense of humour and his caring and fun loving ways. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Betty
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Pat Alford posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Pat and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Al will be missed.
Take care and know I'm thinking about you, cousin Pat Alford
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Mike Makarich posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
I remember cutting his grass for a summer. Up until my move out of province every time I would see him he would always take the time to talk. Such a great man to talk to. My thoughts and prayers are with the family
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William Willer posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Dear, Pat, Dave, Bob Gary and family
Alvin was a great guy always remember his humor.
My condolences
Bill Willer.
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Armand Lafreniere posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Dear Pat and family. Our sincere condolences for your loss. Armand and Therese Lafreniere.
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Kevin Meredith posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Really, really great guy, he will be missed. Condolences to you all.
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Leigh & Gayle Stocking Tunks lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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Our deepest sympathies to the family about the loss of a husband,father,grandfather,and great grandfather
our thoughts and our prayer to the famiy. Hugs
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Dan Penich posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Condolences to the Gehl family. Sorry for your loss. Alvin was a great guy..I worked with him at Canpar..he taught me a lot.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this sad time..
Dan Penich and Family
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Robert et Hélène Demers posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Mes sympathies à toute ta famille Pat. Alvin était toujours un homme passionné et jovial. On vous garde dans nos prières.
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Craig Wranich posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Dear Pat, Dave, Bob, Gary and Families,
I am so sorry to hear about Alvin. It was always great to see Alvin so we could have a good laugh or two. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Craig Wranich & Family
Laurie Ann posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
We are heartbroken to hear of the loss of Uncle Alvin. I have many wonderful memories of a favourite uncle. He was always the big kid. I fondly remember him as a jokester, master story teller and prankster. I recall getting his assistance in finding hidey holes while playing hide-and-seek and, of course, his role as the legendary ghost. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love Don, Laurie, Kristen, Darren & Brett
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Leandre and Andree Quirion lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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Dear Pat and Family, Our deepest sympathies about the lost of your husband. We keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
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Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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Lyse King lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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Pat and family , sorry to hear of the loss of Uncle Alvin.
Please accept our condolences and deepest sympathies.
Lyse King and Family
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Terry Acs lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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I am so sorry for your loss. He was quite the excitable man.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
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Reg and Ronna Everitt posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Pat and family we are sorry to hear.about Alvin. You will really miss him. Reg and he shared many great memories. Take care
Reg and Ronna
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JM and Pat Belanger posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Dear Pat and family - please accept our deepest sympathy in your loss of Alvin.
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David posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Gary, Stacie and family. So very sorry to hear the passing of your father. May God keep you and strengthen you during this most difficult time. Hugs to all.
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Jacqueline Bruhlman lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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Mes sympathies Pat. Je garde toi et ta famille dans mes prières et mes pensées pendant ce temps difficile.
Jacqueline Bruhlman
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Renée Serruys posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Pat & family
So very sorry to hear of Alvin's passing...you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
Take care....Renée Serruys
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Joyce Baverstock posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Alvin was a great neighbour and friend who will be Greatly missed ! So sorry for your loss. from Joyce Baverstock
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Glenda White posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
So very sorry for your loss my condolences to your family
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Linda Charron posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
I was just thinking of him the other day, and talking about how funny he always was. He was a warm person and always lit up a room. I will always remember him fondly. Please except my condolences. Linda (Gehl) Charron
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Shelly Arnold posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Our sincere condolences to the entire Gehl family.
Shelly and Dawsyn
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Nancy weaver posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Sorry for your loss to the Gehl Family. The Weaver Family
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Cathy Overdulve posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Ted
Sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Cathy
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Jake and Alice Robert posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Our deepest sympathies Pat, to you and your family! Al was such a kind and friendly man! So sorry for your loss :*(
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Hermel and Rena Michaud posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Our sincere sympathies to you Pat and all family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will remember all the memories and all the fun times and good jokes Love you all
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Anita Johnston posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Sincères sympathies à toute la famille Gehl... had some great laughs with Al over the years when he would deliver at the school.
Sending our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time!
Sue Baverstock lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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Sending my deepest condolences to Pat, Dave, Bob, Gary, and their respective families. I have so many memories of my childhood living "down the alleyway" from Alvin and his family. Please be at peace knowing he was a well-respected man. Love and Peace Sue Baverstock
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Gary and Jenny Harris lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Gehl family. Alvin will always be remembered in the hearts of all
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Dora Pineau posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Dear Pat and family remembering all of the good times our two families have 0had together over the past 55yrs so many memories Love Dora BBL85
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Linda ( Balazsity) Hebblethwaite posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Pat and Family,
Sincere condolences to you and your family in the passing of Alvin.
My parents, Alex and Arvilla had many good conversations with you both when you were neighbours.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Peter and Linda
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Dorothy Lozon lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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My deep sympathies to you Pat and your entire family...your loss is heavens gain...RIP Alvin
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Joanne and Allan White posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Dear Stacie and Gary and all the family , please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Dad and Grandfather Alvin. Aunt Joanne and Uncle Allan
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Cindy posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
He will be missed dearly. He also had a smile and thought to brighten your day. Cindy Vince
Harold Gehl posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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Pat, Cathy and I are so very sorry for your loss. I had plans to call on New Year's Day, but I was standing at the gates too. Alvin was allowed to enter, but they sent me back. I am up now at 5am because of difficulty breathing. At least "BoBo" will feel no more pain. Take care and God bless to you and your whole family. Harold & Cathy
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bob squires posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
To Pat and Gehl family yous have loss a great man,,He was true friend to many ,,R.I.P. now.
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Malinda strain posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
I was so very fortunate to have been one of those honorary children .
He was my dads best friend from childhood and continue to watch over us kids after dads passing
I can just imagine the reunion these two are having
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time
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Evelyn Wilbur posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Very found memories of Alvin when he lived in our neighbourhood in Chatham.
Sincere sympathy to the family.
Evelyn Wilbur
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Janet and Mike Rumble lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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So sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers to you and your family
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Karen Balazsity posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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Condolences from the Balazsity Family. Alvin was such a great guy and terrific neighbour, he will be missed. Cherish the many happy Memories you shared. May they bring you comfort in the difficult days ahead.
Gerry and Karen Balazsity
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Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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