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Bobby and phil née canavan Curran
August 3, 2022
May he rest in peace
Kathleen Ferrini
December 15, 2008
A cherished friendship that grew deeper as the years passed - my parents were very fortunate to have you both in their lives. I will always remember my "Uncle" Al, my godfather with love.
Rose Devin
December 15, 2008
Dear Maureen & Family,
Just wanted you to know how sorry I am for your loss and that all of your family members are in my thoughts and prayers. May you be comforted in your time of need.
George Bonzagni
December 13, 2008
Dear Canavan Family,
May I share a prayer for God's consolation for you grieving Alex's passing unto the Lord whom he loved, whom he desired all of New England to know. I thank God for the opportunity which Alex gave to me to thrive at WEZE, and for the example of joyful, purposeful discipleship which he exemplified every day. We shall miss him, but rejoice that he now enjoys his eternal reward, which we all hope one day to attain! In His mercy,
Nancy Lockard
December 11, 2008
Maureen, I'm so sorry to hear about Alex. May the love around you help you through the days ahead. With sincerest sympathy. Love to you and your family.
Robert Toomey
December 10, 2008
To the family of Alex Canavan: I met Alex at a men's retreat back in 2003. I recognized his voice from the radio station. Later we met again at the Boston Noon Hour. Alex was always encouraging to me, and was like a father to me as well. Mostly he loved the Lord and had tremendous faith. God Bless and keep you all. Robert Toomey, Boston, Ma.
Shirley St.John
December 10, 2008
To the Canavan Family, My deepest condolences on Al's passing. A wonderful friend to the St.John and extended families. You are now in God's hands. Shirley St.John, Easton, Ma.
Alfred Spadorcia
December 10, 2008
I thank God for crossing paths in this life with Alex. He was truly a vessel to all of us of God's great love. Rest in peace my brother in the lord's arms. Al Spadorcia Kingdom of God Prayer Community, Quincy, Ma.
Kathy Barry-Cleveland
December 10, 2008
Life is but a stopping place
A pause in what’s to be
A resting place along the road
To sweet eternity.
We all have different journeys,
Different paths along the way,
We all were meant
to learn some things,
But never meant to stay...
Our destination is a place
Far greater than we know.
For some, the journey’s quicker,
For some the journey’s slow.
And when the journey finally ends,
We’ll claim a great reward
And find an everlasting peace,
Together with the Lord.
For my special friend Maureen (and family),
you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pat Comeau
December 10, 2008
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Canavan family on their loss. Alex was a giant of a man and wonderful friend. He will be deeply missed.
carolyn perkins
December 10, 2008
DEAR MAUREEN AND FAMILY---WE JUST READ OF ALEX"S HOMEGOING-NEEDLESS TO SAY IT WAS A SHOCK AS WE DIDNT KNOW OF HIS ILLNESS---WHAT A BLESSING TO KNOW THAT HE IS WITH THE LORD--OUR PRAYERS ARE FOR YOU AND THE FAMILY--WITH MUCH LOVE--CAL--
Michael Charles
December 10, 2008
It's hard to believe we can't just pick up the phone and call you. We've done it so many times over the last fifty years or so. We knew the day would come when one of us would return to the Lord, first, but it's hard to say goodbye. Even for a little while.
Al has been my best friend since college days. He was always there to cheer one up if one was having a "bad " day. I remember all the good times we had at 20 Bellevue. the "arguements " wih the older guys, Jay and his friends, Big red puting up with all of us, Grandma and Mrs. Alexander always ready with a great Sunday dinner. Oh yes, the cape house . We had so many good times down there.
No matter how much time passed between our visits in the early years, we always seemed to pick up right where we left off.
I have Al to thank for my beautiful wife and family. He was the one who introduced us. The Godfather to our first born child, Kathleen. Through the years we visited as often as was possible and sometimes years went by between visits. But in the last several years we have had a lot of good times together. Sandie and I visiting Pembroke and the cape and Al and Maureen visiting with us in St. Augustine. His 70th birthday was celebrated at our home along with all of his children and grandchildren. It was a good time.
I'll never forget to pray for the soul of my best friend, Al. There will come a time when we will all meet wih the Lord.
Goodbye friend, till we meet again...
Mike Charles
He was a great friend, husband and father.
Yes, my life changed greatly the night of Al's first college party at 20 Bellevue. It was then that Mike charles came into my life. Al's college roommate. The rest as they say is history. Al has been Mike's best friend for many, many years. He will miss him greatly. How they would "argue" over religion. But, never over politics!! I'll miss you too, Al. I send my love and prayers,
Sandra
Rod and Marilyn Birnie
December 10, 2008
May God's perpetual light shine upon him. Alex was truly a man after God's own heart. He touched our lives deeply and personally. We will miss his dynamic teachings on the Lord and His goodness. Be at peace, friend. Our deepest sympathy to Maureen and his beloved children and grandchildren.
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