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Duncan MCALPINE Obituary
McALPINE, Lieut. Gen. (retired) Duncan Alastair, of Kingston
Died peacefully in Florida on January 23, 2010, surrounded by family. He enjoyed life fully, supported for 57 years by his beloved wife, Bonnie, until her death in October 2003. He is missed by his children Lynn in Montreal, Bruce (Nancy) in Toronto, Keith (Rhonda) in Chicago, and Craig (Alice) in Montreal, as well as by his six grandchildren, and seven great- grandchildren.
Duncan joined the Black Watch (RHR) of Canada during World War II and the Black Watch was never far from his thoughts. When he retired from his military career including time in Europe and Viet Nam, he worked for a period for Brascan/Brascade and the Ontario Hospitals' Association before moving to Kingston. There, he invested actively in the university and his church, as well as finding time for his lifelong love of history. Throughout his life, Duncan's enthusiasm encouraged those around him to imagine and achieve things they might not have otherwise. In reflecting upon his life, he noted challenges and some successes, which he described as being made possible through the love and support of his family.
A ceremony to celebrate Duncan's life will be held on Saturday January 30 at 12:00 p.m. at Chalmers United Church, 212 Barrie Street, Kingston, Ontario. Details of the reception will follow. While flowers are appreciated, a donation to the charity of your choice in Duncan's name would be preferred, or to organizations that he himself supported (such as the Black Watch, Salvation Army, and Covenant House).
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Memories and Condolences
for Duncan MCALPINE
21 Entries
Jack Middlebrook
February 17, 2010
I was deeply saddened this morning to learn of the passing of The General. I met Duncan and Bonnie on Sanibel Island several years ago and during their annual pilgrimages there a friendship developed which I consider one of the highpoints of my life. They were a delightful couple and he was a gentleman and soldier in the fullest sense of the words. He will be truly missed. I salute Duncan and extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, the members of his beloved Black Watch, and the Canadian people. May he rest in peace.
Sonny
February 6, 2010
I wish to express my sincerst condolences to Mc Alpine Family
February 1, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
WO(ret'd)Robert Traikov. CD
Debbie Kilmartin
January 31, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of Duncan's passing. He was a man of exceptional qualities. When Tim and I bought the cottage property next door, he and Bonnie welcomed us with open arms and we are happy to have had the opportunity to know them both. They are together again - wonderful team.
Carolyn Lennox
January 29, 2010
I remember with fondness the days that Bonnie and Duncan, and my late husband, Joe Maclean and I worked together with others at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church, as part of the befriending family for one of the Vietnamese Boat People families that the Church sponsored. We were so blessed to have such a wonderful family, the Huynh's, to work with. Duncan used all his wonderful connections to secure a job for the man of the family, Van Them, at the Royal York, and Bonnie was wonderful at helping the family, particularly with medical appointments. They are both remembered with love by the Huynh's. Duncan's legacy will be the generosity of his time and of his spirit.
Betty McAllister
January 28, 2010
I wish to to express my sincerst condolences to all members of the McAlpine family,i know both Mr and Mrs McAlpine,he will be missed greatley by all who know him.
Basil McAllister
January 28, 2010
On behalf of the N.B.CHAPTER of the BLACK WATCH of CANADA we wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of General McAlpine,a large number of us served under him when he was our C,O,we will all miss him greatley.
Basil McAllister,President N.B. CHAPTER
betty smith
January 28, 2010
My sincerst condolences to the McAlpine family, although I did not know him, the Black Watch has been a part of my family from my earliest years. My father also was deployed overseas with lst. Bn. D company and also my cousin John Gibson. These were a very proud enclave of men whom we trust this country of ours shall never ever forget the supreme sacrifices they made without hesitation.
Betty Woodrow
Jim Scouten
January 27, 2010
Our deepest condolences to the Family you have lost a great man. He has gone to be reunited with his beloved Bonnie.Rest in Peace.
January 27, 2010
27 January 2010
My family and I would like to express our deepest sympathy.
W. Earl Graves, SGT (retired)
Chris Corcoran & Sara Compeau
January 27, 2010
It was an honor meeting the General over the years, He seemed to always know what to say. Our sympathies to his family, friends and the regiment. He will be missed.
Rick and Sherry Hummell
January 27, 2010
We have both known the General since our much younger days. He has been a voiced supporter of "his Reservists" - we of the 3rd BN are very honoured to have known him and to be a part of his Regimental Family The Black Watch. his spirit lives with all of us. Our deepest and sincere condolences to his wonderful family - we celebrate his fabulous life - he made it that much happier for all of us!
WO (ret'd) Richard Hummell, CD and MCpl (ret'd) Sherry Hummell
January 27, 2010
RIP Gen. McAlpine. To the family, please know that your father, grandfather and great-grandfather was greatly loved and respected by all who have been fortunate enough to have known him and especially his Regimental Family. Lest we forget
WO Ross McLellan & wife Mireille
CWO Claude Hamel CD ret & wife Jocelyne.
Andy & Danièle Kerr
January 27, 2010
No words can really explain the extent of the General's contribution to the Black Watch. Needless to say, it was extensive. We are glad to have known him and Bonnie. Our sympathies to his family.
January 27, 2010
I have known General McAlpine since I was a young Chaplain in the Canadian Forces when he was Base Commander at CFB Gagetown, and with Bonnie, stalwart members of my father's congregation in Oromocto United Church. It was a priviledge to have served as his Chaplain when he commanded the MCCD/ICCS in VietNam, and to experience first-hand his compassion, his abilities especially in difficult situations and his faith.He was an active member of our MCCD/ICCS Association, and I have fond memories of the gathering together in the Ottaw Army Officers' Mess on the occasion of our 35th Anniversary. My thoughts and prayers are with all members of his family.
Brigadier General (Ret') David Estey
Chaplain General (P) Canadian Forces
1990-1995
MWO Stephen Campbell / Wife Linda and Family
January 27, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
RSM John & Heidi Barron
January 27, 2010
To the McAlpine Family: We (both my husband and I) feel your loss. Not only was Gen. McAlpine and great military hero, he was also your father, grand-father, and great-grandfather. I recently lost my father and the void that is left behind will be hard to fill and he will be surely missed.
We have many cherished memories of him at the unit, and like every family, you also, have cherished memories of him.
Please keep these close as it gets you thru the hard times.
Wendy (Stegmayer Ferris
January 27, 2010
To Duncan McAlpine's Family,
My Dad, Henry Stegmayer, was a great friend of Duncan's and they knew each other before and after the war. I remeber visiting Duncan and Barnell when he was Brigadeer General at Gagetown. He let my Dad drive a tank which was a thrill for him. Linda McAlpine was my cousin and was also Duncan's niece on the other side of the family. It seems our families have been connected for a long time. I know Linda will be glad to welcome her Uncle Duncan to be with her for eternity.
Wendy (Stegmayer) Ferris
Dean Thomson
January 27, 2010
Please accept my sincerest condolences; it was an honour of the highest order to have met him. May my thoughts and prayers be of some small comfort to you in your time of sorrow.
Madeleine Stegmayer
January 27, 2010
Lynn and Family
I am so sorry to hear of Duncan's passing. My first reaction is that now Linda will have him up there to watch over her! My second reaction was for your family. I only knew Duncan and your mum back in the 70's but I remember your parents as great people. Linda spoke of all of you so fondly and what a great family you are.
My thoughts are with you all.
Madeleine Stegmayer
Neil Norris
January 27, 2010
Although I did not know Mr. McAlpine, I mourn the passing of another patriotic Canadian hero. To you his family and friends I extend my deepest sympathies and to him, my sincere appreciation for the freedoms that we all enjoy.
I will remember them.
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