Condolence From: Harry Huizer
Condolence: A year has gone by so quickly but my memories of Al and Vera will not be forgotten. Their influence in our lives remain. Al set the example for each of us in how we should treat each other.
His kindness, friendliness, faith and sense of humour were the qualities that made him special. Of course he was also a very talented golfer which added to his fame! We were all blessed to have known Al.
Friday February 08, 2019
Condolence From: Peter & Sue Chaqpman
Condolence: Dear Mark & your family,
With sincere & tremendous sadness we send our thoughts to you on the passing of one of our favourite gentleman in town. Al was a delight! His dedication to Heart & Stroke each year was indeed stoic & respected. Over the years his annual Heart & Stoke visits & our telephone chats brought us closer. We felt his loneliness in Feb. with the long cold winter season after the loss of your mother & his darling Vera. There will always be a special place in our heart for Al.
Peter & Sue Chapman
Monday April 09, 2018
Condolence From: Deb Grieve (Reid)
Condolence: Please accept my sincere condolences. I had the pleasure of meeting Al in August 2015 when my father Arnold Reid passed away. Al was delightful as he shared many golfing memories that he and my dad had together when they were just kids. I learned a great deal and still smile at some of the crazy stories. I really did appreciated everything he shared and I know he was an important person in my father's life.
Tuesday March 13, 2018
Condolence From: Helen Anderson
Condolence: I was a cleaner with Across Niagara and Alan was a client of mine.
Al was a lovely man - was always happy to see me and I really enjoyed our visits.
Monday March 12, 2018
Condolence From: Laurie Gunton and Peter Barry
Condolence: Mark and family,
We are so sad to hear about the passing of your dad. He was truly one of a kind. Your parents were neighbours on Gate to my Mom for over 30 years. The number of times we enjoyed talking to your dad, and told him he was working too hard fixing the fence, cutting the grass and/or working in the garden and his response would be "when are you guys going to retire?" Allans work ethic certainly rubbed off on us.
Our family will always remember your parents helping our Mom on so many occasions. Their kindness and concern was never forgotten.
We both would have liked to have been there this weekend, but unfortunately we have another commitment.
Take care and we'll be thinking of you on Saturday.
Friday February 23, 2018
Condolence From: Bob Cheriton
Condolence: Sincere condolences to Mark and family on your loss. It was an honour and privilege to have known Al and he will be deeply missed. His accomplishments in golf were legendary as were his contributions to the community; in particular, his tireless efforts on behalf of the Heart & Stroke Foundation. His was a life of honour, grace and dignity; A life very well lived.
Rosalie and Bob Cheriton
Friday February 23, 2018
Condolence From: Rev. Gordon and Irene Ford
Condolence: Dear Mark and Family,
Sincere condolences on the loss of your father. He was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. We enjoyed his company on many occasions and also have fond memories of your mother Vera. May he rest in eternal peace.
Friday February 23, 2018
Condolence From: Alan Robb
Condolence: Mark,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family in your bereavement. Al was a true gentleman. I was always thrilled whenever I got to the golf club and was told "You're golfing with Al Derbyshire today!"
Pattie and Alan Robb
Friday February 23, 2018
Condolence From: Elsie and Larry Larose
Condolence: As you deal with this most unpleasant of life’s facts, our thoughts are with you, Mark.
Although saddened by his passing, we recognize that our lives are fuller for having known him; He features in many of our best memories of the Club.
His inclusive friendliness made everyone, especially new members, feel welcome; His easy-going charm and classy, self-effacing observations on his myriad accomplishments endeared him to all.
In a sense he was the heart of the NOTL Golf Club. He was certainly its finest Ambassador and will remain with you, as a Club legend.
Elsie and Larry Larose
Wednesday February 21, 2018
Condolence From: Jim Caldwell
Condolence: One of the finest people I have ever known.
A great encourager. I will miss him terribly.
A sad day for all of NOTL
Jim Caldwell
Wednesday February 21, 2018
