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Alan ROBINSON Obituary

ROBINSON, Hon. Alan M. - Former MPP Scarborough-Ellesmere, former President and CEO The Packaging Association of Canada Died peacefully surrounded by family Friday, December 6, 2013 after a long illness. Beloved husband of Catherine (nee Hodge). Father of Adam (Sarah) and Brandon (Annie). Grandfather of Abigail, Nicholas, Henry and Jack. Step-father to Christopher, Jonathan and Geoffrey. Dearest brother of Sheila Henderson (Bob). Uncle of Graeme and Alison. Visitation to begin at noon, service at 1 p.m., Saturday, December 14th at St. John's Norway Anglican Church, Toronto. Donations can be made to the Trillium Gift of Life Foundation.

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Published by Toronto Star on Dec. 11, 2013.

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Alice & Danny Blackwell

December 17, 2013

It has been a gift to have known Mr. Alan Robinson over these past years since he married my long time friend. We enjoyed many times of fun and conversation with him and very much appreciate the blessing of his wit and wisdom. Our hearts go out to his wife and the family through these difficult days of loss. May the God of all comfort surround you and may his memory help you to forge the future.

Martin Downey

December 17, 2013

My sincere condolences to you Catherine and to your family. Alan was an packaging powerhouse who left an indelible mark on the packaging community. We crossed paths many times and I was always intrigued by his progressive approach to the industry. He will continue to be missed.

PAC National Office

December 13, 2013

On behalf of PAC-The Packaging Association, we would like to extend our deepest condolences to Alan's family at this time.

John Hastings

December 12, 2013

My deepest sympathies to Alan 's family. Got to know Alan thru his work with the PAC when he would call @ local govts & provincially when I served as MPP for Etobicoke North, A passionate advocate for people & causes, regardless of his position. One terrific guy who left us too early.

John Hastings, former MPP

Claude Bennett

December 12, 2013

To the Robinson Family: I wish to offer my condolences on Alan's passing. I had the opportunity to serve with Alan at Queens Park as part of the PC caucus. One thing I remember about Alan in a very positive way is he did not hesitate to make is point of view even if meant taking on the boss.

Claude Bennett, Former Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

December 12, 2013

Very sorry to hear of Alan's passing. It's a great shock and we pass on our sympathy and prayers to his family.
Stephen & Barbara Norris, Courtenay, B.C.

December 12, 2013

Sincere sympathy for my old Legislature seatmate and friend Alan. Condolences to his family. Phil Gillies, former MPP Brantford.

Don Cousens

December 12, 2013

Alan was a hard working MPP who set an example for all of public service. Deepest sympathy.
Don Cousens (former MPP)

December 12, 2013

Sorry to hear of Allan's passing. My condolences to his family.
Bud Gregory former Minister of Revenue.

David Lindsay

December 12, 2013

Our deepest sympathies to the Robinson family at this time of loss. Alan was my first boss when I started working at Queen's Park in the 1980's. When I retired from the public service last year I phoned him to thank him for giving me my start. We said we would get together, unfortunately that didn't happen. He has left us too soon.

Cheryl Sullivan

December 11, 2013

I am very sorry to hear of Alan's passing. I had the pleasure of working with Alan while on the PAC B.C. Chapter board in the '90's. I always appreciated the enthusiasm he brought to the organization. Sincere regards, Cheryl Sullivan

Larry Dworkin

December 11, 2013

Deepest sympathies. Alan and I worked together, first on political campaigns and then for many years at the Packing Association.
Larry Dworkin

December 11, 2013

Condolences to Alan's family.
Alan made his mark. When he was in the room, you knew it.
- Stephen Dean, Toronto, ON.

December 11, 2013

Dear Catherine
Shelagh and I extend our most sincere condolences to you and Alan's family upon this sad occasion.
John O'Neill

December 11, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the family. Known Alan for many years and he will always live in our hearts and prayers. God bless you. Louis St-Amand

Thomas Edward Roberts

December 11, 2013

Dear Catherine,

My heart goes out to you and to Alan's family. I owe Alan a debt of gratitude for introducing me to the PAC during his tenure as President & CEO. A man full of life. A man of passion. Our sincere condolences.

Warm regards,

Tom & Marina Roberts

Elsie and Tim Cross

December 11, 2013

My deepest sympathies to Alan's family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Leonard Rudner

December 11, 2013

Sincere condolences and sympathies on Alan's passing. I worked with Alan at The Packaging Association.

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