Alan Stanley Canavan

In fond remembrance of a very gracious and kind man who gave freely his time, memories and thoughts, now much cherished. I recently read through all of his letters to me which gave me insight into a man with a good heart and a great sense of humour. I'm glad I kept them all and I remember him today and often. So very glad I knew Mr. Canavan.

It is with great sorrow that I read now that my dear penfriend for more than 20 years has died. We met whenhe visited Holland in 95.he was one of our most appreciated liberators.
Mr.Canavan, thank you so much for a nice penfriendship.

I will always have the fondest memories of this dignified gentleman and proud soldier. Alan Canavan graced our Remembrance Day ceremonies with his presence year after year and captivated my students with his tales of long ago. Thank you, Mr. Canavan, for selflessly giving so much of yourself. The world is a better place for your having been in it.

My sincere condolences to Alumnus and WW11 veteran Mr. Alan Canavan remembered foundly by the LCC community
Especially on our Remembrance Day Ceremonies our hearts go out to his family and friends.
Sharyn Cadot
Widow WW11 veteran Dennis Vialls
Junior School LCC
Non Nobis Solum

To quote Major Robert Clarke of the Black Watch, He [Alan Canavan] was one of the "greatest generation" who took it as his duty to pass on the torch, and to make sure we young guys knew how to hold it high. I recall meeting him at your mess on several occasions, and I remember what a loyal Hussar and how nice a man he was.

Alan was more than a war veteran; he was an outstanding gentleman of the highest standard. He was also a personal friend that I knew from 1975 (when I was...

What a wonderful man was Alan Canavan. He so very kindly shared every memory of my late uncle with me, giving me insight into another man I never met face to face. Alan and I were penpals for a short time and I will sorely miss his friendship. He's home with Irene now so I know he's happy. My sincere condolences to his family. Donna Zandee (nee Evans of Montreal).