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BORN

1945

DIED

2020

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Alan WHITELEY Obituary

ALAN WHITELEY December 11, 1945 - September 1, 2020 Alan died peacefully at the PECM Hospital on Tuesday September 1, 2020. Amazing husband and best friend of Carolynn (nee Sayers) for more than 52 years. Alan also provided loving care for his cat, Sophie for 16 years. Alan was the brother of David (Linda) and Andrew (Annette) and much loved uncle of Kristina (Bob), Michelle (Aaron), Jocelynn (Jason) and Miranda (Nick). Proud great uncle of Jordyn, Braeden, Claire, Ethan, Gabriel, Ava and Julian. Brother in law of Keith Sayers (late Krystyna) and uncle of Steven (Amy), Michael (Nicole) and Kimberly (Stuart) and great uncle of Jordan, Caleb, Brody, Lucas, Kailyn and Benjamin. Born in Yorkshire on December 11, 1945, to the late Harry and Ivy Whiteley, Alan arrived in Canada on November 11, 1957. He was an excellent student who loved exploring new ideas. After studying philosophy at York and Guelph Universities, he taught at UCC for a few years before deciding to study law at the University of Toronto. He had a brilliant career in a variety of areas of law. Some of Alan's work involved travelling, which he thoroughly enjoyed and living in London England for two years while negotiating contracts with the Canadian Government. After moving to Prince Edward County he practiced law from home and became involved in a variety of volunteer and social activities. Alan was a voracious reader and wrote a small book of poems, Gypsy in a Suit, and more recently his autobiography, Accident - The Real Director of a Life. Alan was honoured to receive a Lifetime Humanitarian Award as Legal Counsel and Supporter of the Face the Future Foundation. He was preparing to be a guest professor at the Faculty of Law of Palacky University in Olomouc, Czech Republic this October. We wish to thank Dr. Laura Arul, the Family Health Team, the medical team at Kingston Health Sciences Centre, the SE-LHIN and all the support received from Quinte Rehab and Bayshore. Their effort to assist during the past few months has been outstanding. Family and friends found a wonderful variety of ways to help Alan navigate his final voyage. Thank you all. There will not be a service at this time but I'm sure we will find many ways to celebrate his life in the future. We hope you will consider supporting a worthy local cause such as PECMH Foundation "Back the Build", "Love Your Library", and "Raise the Curtain", the new fundraiser for the Regent Theatre. Or you may wish to support the ALS Society of Canada www.als.ca. Thank you. Arrangements entrusted to the Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main St., Picton, ON.

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Published by The Globe and Mail from Sep. 5 to Sep. 9, 2020.

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Adam Chambers

May 17, 2021

Alan ( Mr. Whiteley to me ) , tutored me in math to get into UCC , and later was my English teacher . He was a great teacher and I was very lucky to have had his help . I tried last year to find an email , or phone # for him and failed . This time the contact was “ Estate of “ ... I’m very sad to hear of his passing , and regret that I wasn’t able to give him my regards in time .

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Adam Wood

November 25, 2020

In my late teens and early twenties, Alan was a great friend and mentor to me. We met every week to play squash and eat dinner together. During that time, Alan introduced me to many things that have turned into lifelong interests, including jazz, history, philosophy, wine, and bad jokes. Most importantly, he showed me by example what it truly means to be a good and decent person.

Alan’s kindness, friendship, intellect, and great sense of humour will always be remembered.

Earl Bederman

October 1, 2020

Carolynn,

Carolynn, I want to extend my sincerest and most heartfelt condolences to you on Alan’s passing. For many years Alan served as legal counsel to my firm Investor Economics and I was his chief point of contact. During those many years I developed a great admiration and fondness for Alan, not only because of the excellence of the legal counsel that he provided to our firm, but even more so because of the kind of individual he was—intelligent, meticulous, thoughtful and creative. He was a fierce advocate for the interests of our firm and when called upon to negotiate with large financial institutions his tenacity nearly always tipped the needle in our favour. The diversity of his career background and his efforts to pursue a Doctorate in Philosophy at a stage in life when the majority are winding down speaks legions to the depth and breadth of Alan’s desire to explore new horizons. He is greatly missed.

Ed Engel

September 10, 2020

Carolynn may your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Alan was a light in the dark of the wind warriors.

Glenn Williams

September 9, 2020

RIP cousin Alan. You had a truly wonderful life. You accomplished many things. My sympathy is goes out to your family and friends

Anne Woodyatt

September 9, 2020

Our lives intertwined briefly working together in London years ago but everlasting memories of and great fondness and affection for a truly lovely person, my dear friend Alan. With deepest sympathies to Carolynn and family.

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Bob Williams

September 8, 2020

Fond memories of my cousin Alan from our childhood visiting my aunt and uncle in canada. Godspeed Cuz.

Linda Rogers

September 8, 2020

Thank you for giving so much of your self to seek justice. You gave voice to so many in your work. You are missed already

Al & Bev Jones

September 6, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Sorry to hear about Allan.

Cathy & Pat Ryan

September 6, 2020

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Our deepest condolences.

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