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Alan GOLD Obituary
GOLD, The Honourable Alan B., O.C., O.Q., Q.C., LL.D.
Peacefully at home in Montreal, in his 88th year, on Sunday, May 15th, 2005. Beloved husband of Lynn Lubin for 55 years. Devoted father and father-in-law of Marc and Nancy, Nora and David (Weiss) of Toronto, Daniel and Connie of Toronto. Cherished grandpa of Jenny and Jon Gold; Joseph Weissgold; Robert and Jordan Gold. Dear brother of Ruth Witzling, Phyllis Slone, the late Dr. Edward Gold, and brother-in-law of Leonard Lubin, Lois and Larry Frank, Earl and Nina Stein. Loving son-in-law of Meyer Lubin. Sadly mourned by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon West, Montreal, on Tuesday, May 17th at 11:30 a.m. Burial in Montreal. Shiva at his son's home, 3137 Cedar Avenue, Montreal, QC H3Y 1Y9. Contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alan GOLD
14 Entries
Irving Raskin
May 18, 2005
It is with deep sadness that I learned of the passing of Alan Gold. I have fond memories of Alan in Val David as a child growing up as part of his extended family. My sincere condolences to his family. He will be missed.
Irving Raskin
Judith Fuchs
May 18, 2005
Although I have never had the privilege to personally meet the Honourable Judge Gold, I can honestly say that if not for him, I would not have applied to study law at the Universite de Montreal. He paved the way for Jewish Anglophone students like myself, acting as a champion of our community and giving us hope that we can all make it through an unfamiliar environment through sheer dedication and perseverance. My sympathies go out to the Gold family, as this loss is a great one.
David McMurray
May 18, 2005
Although I met Judge Gold only a few times, notably on the occasion of his receiving an honorary degree from Queen's, I regarded him with great respect, admiration, and affection.
I offer my condolences to Mrs. Gold and his family. He was among the best of us and will be missed.
Christina Ng
May 17, 2005
My deepest condolences to Gold Family. Eventhough I didn't attend the funeral like other colleagues to pay my respect, my heart was as heavy as lead. I pray for him and his loving family since I heard the news.
By chances I met him in the restaurants or on the streets with his colleagues from court or friends, he always introduced them to me. In addition, when I went to his office and looked at the photoes on the table, he would let me the names of the dignitaries in photoes or his family. As a small potato at work, he showed his kindness to me. Yes, he left for the better world and I'm sure we'll meet again. He will be remembered by all of us.
Huguette Albert
May 17, 2005
My most sincere and deepest sympathy for your loss. His cousin Ruth loved him dearly; he was a great help and support to her during her lifetime. He was a great and kind man. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Arne Glassbourg
May 16, 2005
My sincere condolences to the Gold family. I met him only one time but will never forget our encounter. My name is Arne Glassbourg. I am a very distant relative; my mother is Rosalie Rosemarin Glassbourg, daughter of the late Bebe & Jacob Rosemarin. About 20 years ago, I photographed Alan for The Montreal Gazette (I think it was a news conference). Towards the end I introduced myself. At first his reaction was quizzical: Who was this scruffy news photographer addressing the Chief Judge of the Superior Court by his first name? Once I explained, his face lit up like the sun and though we had never met before, his warmth shone through. This was a work related event for him, but he took the time to talk and catch up on my branch of the family. I will always remember the look on his face that day.
May your wonderful memories of him help you through your sadness.
Arne Glassbourg
Peter Liebel
May 16, 2005
Nora:
It is many years since we were fellow students together at McGill. I would like to express to you my deepest condolences and sympathy on the passing of your father. Alan Gold will clearly be remembered as one of the greatest jurists, not only of his time, but in the history of Canada. Your family should be very proud of him. My thoughts of with you at this time.
Peter
John Lucas
May 16, 2005
To Lynn and the Family my deepest sympathies.
Alan was a man of wit and humour who, despite his enormous accomplishments, remained a model of how not to take yourself too seriously.
John Lucas
David Ruddy
May 16, 2005
Dear Lynn
You have my sincerst sympathy for the passing of my favourite bridge partner. Alan was one of the finest men I have ever had the pleasure to meet. Truly a gentleman as well as a scholar and devoted to his family. Please accept my condolences on your loss. But not only yours, the world has lost one of its finest.
Sincerely
David Daniel
Melanie Zazik
May 16, 2005
My mother, Cecilia Ste. Croix and my family, John Jr., John III, Chad and Natalie extend our deepest condolences and prayers. My mother and I especially will miss him very much. Love, his godaughter, Melanie
Abraham Sosnowicz
May 16, 2005
My deepest condolences for your loss. Mark & Dan I've always thought of your father as a role model for fathers.
abe
Stanley Nattel
May 16, 2005
Farewell to a great Canadian and a great human being.
His presence and contributions will be sorely missed.
Jack Toyota
May 16, 2005
Marc, Nora,Daniel
Growing up on Saint Ignatius in the fifties and sixties was a wonderful time .We were surrounded by great neighbours, not least of which was the Gold family, with whom we shared many activities.
Mr. Gold will be fondly remembered. My condolences to the remaining family members
Jack Toyota
Herschel Gavsie
May 16, 2005
Please accept my sincere condoleonces . I knew Judge Gold for many years and he embodied all that is admirable both as a person , jurist and lawyer. He played a large part in getting me my start with his former office Lapin and May. He also cousnseled me later in life when I went to seek his advice. I am sure you know that he touched many lives and he will be remembered by all those who came into contact with him. Sincerely,
Herschel Gavsie c/o Greenspoon Marder et al, Suite 700, 100 West Cypress Creek Road,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33309.
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