Alan Samuel WAGSTAFF

Alan Samuel WAGSTAFF obituary, Port Alberni, BC

Alan Samuel WAGSTAFF

Alan WAGSTAFF Obituary

Published by Tofino-Ucluelet Westerly from Nov. 19 to Nov. 21, 2014.
WAGSTAFF, Alan Samuel Surrounded by the love of his family, Alan passed away peacefully in Port Alberni on Saturday, November 15, 2014 at 79 years of age. Predeceased by his parents Samuel and Alice Wagstaff, Alan is survived by his son Nahshon (Denise Molnar) and daughter Sasha Brown (Kendal Kelly), his grandchildren Chance Brown, Angus Brown, & Trevor Molnar, his brother Ian Wagstaff and sister Patricia Gargaro (Michael) and a host of nieces and their families. Known to many as "The Colonel", Al spent 45 years in Tofino. He worked for the Coast Guard, in the fishing industry, and offered tourists an opportunity to see the area he loved through motorboat and later, canoe rentals. Apart from raising his kids, creating art was Alan's true love. The beauty of the coast, and its people inspired him continually. He had some treasured friendships there and in his heart, Tofino was always be home. A private family gathering to place to rest Alan's cremated remains will take place at a later date. Stories, which would be gratefully appreciated as Alan had a lot of entertaining times, and condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.chapelofmemories.ca. Chapel of Memories Funeral Directors (250) 723-3633

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December 14, 2015

Angus Forsyth posted to the memorial.

October 26, 2015

Barrington Magee posted to the memorial.

October 26, 2015

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Angus Forsyth

December 14, 2015

I'm saddened to learn of Alan's passing. I shall always remember him catching a pestering wasp with his bare hands while eating lunch on our deck in Vancouver - and the clearly audible crack as the wasp was dispatched. My family met Alan through Noah's Ark boat rental, and then discovered that he was a distant relative...
Condolences from our family.

Barrie & Brenda in Paris France 2007

Barrington Magee

October 26, 2015

And so Alan has left us, how very sad. Brenda and I went to his and Mare's wedding at the All Saints Manchester Registry Office U.K. in the early 1960's. Following this he and Marie we to Vancouver. For many years I was in touch by post and occasional phone call with Alan when he was based in Tofino.
I shall have to put together memories for his children's study. I welcome any email enquiries relative to my friendship from the early 1960s to: barringtonbarre @ gmail.com
Kind regards & condolences to all his family & fiends
Barrington Barrie & wife Brenda Magee
20 Preesall Avenue
Heald Green
Cheadle
Cheshire., U.K.
SK8 3JF
Email: [email protected]
Posted: 26 October r2015

Barrington Magee

October 26, 2015

And so Alan has left us, how very sad. Brenda and I went to his and Marie's wedding at the All Saints Manchester Registry Office U.K. in the early 1960's where I was his best man. Following this he and Marie went to Vancouver. For many years I was in touch by post and occassional phone call with Alan when he was based in Tofino.
I shall have to put together memories for his children's study. I welcome any email enquiries relative to my friendship from the early 1960s to: barringtonbarre @ gmail.com
Kind regards & condolences to all his family & fiends.
Barrington Barrie & wife Brenda Magee
20 Preesall Avenue
Heald Green
Cheadle
Cheshire., U.K.
SK8 3JF
Email: [email protected]
Posted: 26 October 2015

December 18, 2014

Alan was a welcoming host, ever inspiring artist and good friend.
We were sorry to hear of his passing but will remember our visits to the cabin and later his trailer with fond memories.
Alans love of his children was constant .
Colin and Liz, Sidney BC

Wayne Becque

November 27, 2014

I'm so sorry to hear of Alan's passing. The times we visited, he always had a good story to tell.

A super show at Char's this afternoon starring Valdy ! The last time I saw him he was playing in our living room back in the mid seventies.

Suzanne

November 20, 2014

One memory: About a year ago...

Alan & Sasha & I at Char's Landing enjoying Valdy. Each of us happy for the other, all of us smiling playfully.

For me, it was one of those days I will always hold close.

Much love to you Sasha and all of your family during this time of loss.

November 19, 2014

Rest easy my dear friend; so thankful my grand daughter could share some of your art with you; I will think of you when I raise a wee glass tonight. Blair Thompson

November 18, 2014

We are so very sorry for your loss. Know that you are in our hearts and prayers. Love you!!
Erica and Russell

David & Margaret Rae-Arthur

November 18, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Stewart and Judi MacLeod

November 18, 2014

So sorry for your loss.

Ted & Audrey Whitmore

November 18, 2014

our sincerest condolences to Alan's family.

rena johnson

November 18, 2014

May al rest in peace....sending my condolences

Joan and Bruce Grant

November 18, 2014

So sorry for your loss ,he will be missed by all

Jim Brown

November 18, 2014

A very talented artist who loved his passion for Art ,and taught me a few things in life about love and perseverance for his children ,may you dance freely now with all the great artists ,RIP Alan I love you

Tanys Bingham

November 17, 2014

I am so saddened by the loss of my wonderful Uncle Alan. What a fantastic, talented, cool, individual! He always lived by his own rules and was a wise and loving uncle. I still have the amazing cassette mix he made me after our last visit to his house in Tofino many years ago. I also remember on that visit admiring The painting he had on his table. He told me it was the view out his kitchen window through the trees out to the sea. He explained he hadn't finished it but I told him it looked finished to me. He gave it to me. I got it framed and it is the first painting you see when you come in to my home. I will miss him so much! Peace and love to you always Uncle Alan. Xoxo Tanys

George and Freda Hubert

November 17, 2014

Your father now rests in God's loving arms. Cherish and share your memories with family and friends. We will always hold him dear in our hearts.

November 17, 2014

Sasha Brown

November 17, 2014

Dear Dad,
Thanks for always being you ;)
Love forever, your sweety,
Sasha

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December 14, 2015

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