Albert Vincent Harwood

Albert Harwood Obituary

HARWOOD, Albert Vincent July 08, 1925 - January 13, 2018 Albert Vincent Harwood passed away peacefully January 13, 2018 at the age of 92. He was born in Port hope, Ontario and lived there until he went off to serve in WWII. He was a tank operator and gunner for which he received medals. After the war ended he stayed on as an MP for about a year then came back to Canada and settled in Victoria, B.C. There he became one of the first six motorcycle police for the city. He also was married and had five children, and grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren. After 30 years in the police force he retired but continued serving the public in a variety of ways. Albert always made people laugh and was full of jokes and great stories of his time as a soldier and policeman. He loved to play all sorts of games and the occasional prank on the people close to him. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at 425 Hector Rd. Victoria, B.C., March 18th from 2pm to 5pm. Come and eat and share with us stories of his life.

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Published by Victoria Times Colonist from Feb. 17 to Feb. 19, 2018.

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Beverley Mulldoon

February 12, 2019

There is an error in my previous message. Should say WWII not WWI. Remembering Albert and his entertaining stories and humour.

Beverley Mulldoon

May 22, 2018

I first met Albert in August 2013 when he was in Victoria General Hospital. He would maneuver his wheelchair around the ward to visit other patients. My dad was one of those patients. It was always a joy to see Albert as he brightened everyone's day. My dad was also a Canadian soldier during WWI in a tank in Europe, so they had lots in common. After they were discharged from hospital Dad and I would visit Albert at Selkirk and enjoy his interesting and adventurous stories over coffee & timbits. "Those sure are tasty little things" he would say.
My dad died in August 2014, a week after his 92nd birthday. I still went to visit Albert on my own, still enjoying his cheerful company, his endless supply of stories ands love of life. He was truly an amazing person.

Albert and his wife florence

Dion Harwood

April 5, 2018

Would like to thank the men that came to the celebration of life for Albert Harwood. My family really appreciated the stories and pictures brought to remember who he wad. Most of all that you took the time to acknowledge his service and love for caring for his community. My grandfather would of been thrilled to have so many come together to talk about his life. Please feel free to leave more stories as I will be checking the page regularly

Albert and prince phillip

April 3, 2018

Dion Harwood

April 3, 2018

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Albert at 18 yrs old

April 2, 2018

John McDonald

February 25, 2018

Al was my traffic sergeant with the VCP from 64-75. He taught me how to ride a Harley MC and gave me many tips that likely saved me from serious injury. He was quite the fellow with a strange sense of humour and he will be missed by many.

Kevin Worth

February 19, 2018

Al was my boss in the Traffic Division of the Victoria Police Department in 79-80. I remember his erect posture and clipped moustache. He had a well-earned reputation for 'diligent' traffic enforcement in the City. I was amazed at his Cadillac cars. - a new one every year or two. Always red as I recall. I had no idea then that he had served in WWII with distinction. I was to learn more about that when I discovered we were neighbours 20 years later. A 15 minute dog walk turned into an hour if Al was in his yard on Livingstone Street. WW11 and PD stories aplenty, always better than the last time I heard them. A life of service to be remembered.

February 18, 2018

I wish that I could have met Albert I have lived in Victoria for a few years. Condolences to the family.

Wally Harwood

February 18, 2018

I wish that I could have met Albert. My condolences to all his loved ones.
I also am a Port Hope Harwood that moved to BC. My father was a second cousin.
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