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Clay Riding
February 23, 2013
Mary & Family
Alex was a wonderful colleague and friend and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Val Yildirok
February 20, 2013
I knew Alex for many years (through work) and there is no doubt that the world is a kinder, happier place for having had Alex in it. My deepest sympathy.
Colleen Hyde
February 13, 2013
Dear Alex's family, I am so shocked to learn of Alex's passing!! I will always remember Alex for his integrity and sunny disposition!!
My prayers are with his loved ones!!!
Laurie & Dave Shenstone
February 11, 2013
Mary & Family:
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Alex's passing.
He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
We will cherish the great times and memories we shared with him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Jo-Anne and Othmar Happe
February 11, 2013
We join with so many others who knew Alex in offering our deepest sympathy on his passing. Having known Alex since our Dome Petroleum days, he was always such a friendly, thoughtful and caring person. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
February 11, 2013
Larry and I were surprised and wish your family peace at this time. Too young; a very good person. Hugs to Mary.
Nancy & Larry McDonald
Rebecca Kotyk
February 8, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Alex was a good man and we will miss him as part of our Valentine Volvo family.
February 8, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 8, 2013
Dear Mary and girls...I am so sorry to hear about Alex passing!May Lord bless his soul!I will always rememember Alex as incredible customer!
Donita Beaulieu
February 8, 2013
Dear Mary and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I feel blessed to have known Alex in high school at HWW. I remember Alex being welcomed at all parking lot doors. His warming smile, his amazing laughter and his thoughtful kindness to all he met will always be a memory for me.
Christopher Sage
February 8, 2013
He was an amazing human being!
I will miss his positive attitude towards life!
My condolence to his family!
Christopher Sage
TINA BUTZ
February 8, 2013
To Mrs. Douglas, Megan, Erin, Nathalie and the O'Dwyer Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
February 7, 2013
Alex worked for me in the ealry years of his career. Throughout the thirty years I knew Alex, he was not only very capable but was always a gentleman to know and work with. Our deepest sympathies to Mary and family.
Hugh & Rosemary Gillard
February 7, 2013
I was happy Alex was able to join our group to celebrate our joint 50th birthday in Summerland, B.C. I hadn't seen him in years and was re-introduced to his good humour, warm heart and sense of fun. He will be missed. My condolences to Mary and the girls.
Sheila Macdonald
Pina Marsillo
February 7, 2013
So sorry for your loss
Pina Marsillo
February 7, 2013
My deepest sympathies to you and your family
Andi Russell
February 7, 2013
I am saddened to hear about Alex's passing. When I started at Elboya school he was one of the first people to say "Hi". Small thing for someone to do yet huge for the "new kid". My condolences to Mary and the girls. He will be greatly missed.
Leanne Mackenzie
February 7, 2013
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Alex's passing, (as well as Vivienne's passing!). The last time I saw Alex was at my Dad's funeral in 2000. I had only met him a handful of times beginning when I was 14, but remember his very kind, sweet, and humorous demeanor. I even had a little crush on him when I was 16 years old (he was 26). :-) On behalf of Bill's daughters, our heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Douglas family.
Tammy Main
February 7, 2013
Alex was one of the friendliest most genuine people I had the priviledge of meeting through work, he always had time for people. Nothing made him light up like talking about his girls, I can't even imagine your grief. Deepest condolences.
Erica Lebbert
February 7, 2013
There are no words to describe our shock and sorrow. So sad and so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you all.
It seems like it was just yesterday you walked into the house on Laurentian.
Buni & Lauren Rutter
February 7, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time .
Chrysten Perry
February 7, 2013
Words fall so short of expressing our sorrow. Alex was one of the 'greats' -- great friend, great father, great husband, great athlete, great host, great businessman....the list goes on and on. Our deepest sympathy to Mary and the girls in this time of sadness. Chrysten Perry and Chris Bennett and family.
Lorne Danielson
February 6, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the family, I worked with Alex at Dome. He was always upbeat and a pleasure to work with.
February 6, 2013
We were stunned and saddened to hear the news of Alex passing. I remember the weekly weekend evening drive before anyone had a licence and even after with Macauley, Liam and Easton to your home where all the kids gathered. That says a lot for the warmth and welcoming way Alex and Mary always greeted the kids..such a lovely family. So many memories.... Erin and Kirstin coming out to our Windermere cottage for the weekend, the WIC grad... We are so sorry for his untimely passing and the grief and pain your family is suffering. Our healing thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Sharon Gledhil
Karen
February 6, 2013
I went to HWW with Alex , I didn't know him well but remember an energetic fun guy!In grade 12 I went with a club from HWW's including Alex to Montreal Quebec for a school exchange with Rouen-Desjardans High school. Alex was fun guy at our going away dance and on our trip in Quebec. He was also a cute guy!
February 6, 2013
My memories of Alex go back to age 16, when we first met in high school. His enthusiasm, sense of humor and loyalty to his friends never changed throughout the years. Every time I would see Alex throughout the years was like a ray of sunshine that always put a smile on my face. You will be fondly remembered my friend.
My condolences to the Douglas family...
Jim Barry
Calgary
Katherine and Amanda Mills
February 6, 2013
Our deepest sympathy is with you all at this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Gary Selke
February 6, 2013
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I had the the very real pleasure of working with Alex while he was at Dome Pete and I was at one of the investment banking firms giving advice to Dome. Alex was a wonderful person to deal with and his ready smile and good nature was a relief to all of us in the room during those challenging times. I am sure that I speak for everyone that worked, played and laughed with him that he will be missed but not forgotten . My thoughts and prayers are with you. Gary Selke
Rob MacDonald
February 6, 2013
Alex was one of the warmest and happiest individuals in the energy business. He was as well thought of an individual as I've known. My condolences to Mary and the girls and the rest of the family. He will be missed dearly.
Bruce Webster
February 6, 2013
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family during this tragic loss of Alex.
It was a pleasure to have known during our working career.
Ed Segeren
February 6, 2013
There are people in this world that just shine brighter than others. Whose lives touch us in ways that we'll always cherish, and who make us smile when their memory fills our thoughts. Our lives are richer because of Alex, he was a wonderful, amazing friend.
Isack and Norma Schwartz
February 6, 2013
Mary, Megan, Erin and Natalie...We are so sorry for your loss. our thoughts are with you.
Catherine, Samantha and Michaela Pentland-Stebbe
February 6, 2013
I remember Alec for his passion for life and the love he had for his family. He was fair and always kind, fun and so grateful for every day. My heart goes out to Mary and his beautiful daughters as he'll be very missed.
Michael Carson
February 6, 2013
Mary and family... so sorry to hear of your loss. I never had the opportunity to meet Alec but Karen and Peter spoke fondly of him.
Shane Hanna
February 6, 2013
Mary, I remember fondly the many great times with you and Alex. My sincere condolences goes out to you and your family.
Ty Vrabel
February 6, 2013
Alec, you were definitely the coolest Dad I knew. I'll be thinking about you guys: Erin, Nat. Meg and Mary
Gordon & Joan Weir
February 6, 2013
Condolences for your loss.
Alex will be missed.
February 6, 2013
Mary and girls,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your husband and dad. Karen and Peter have always spoken fondly of him and I know he will be dearly missed. Lorraine and Chris Kennedy (friends of Karen and Peter.
Sine Macdonald
February 6, 2013
Mary & Girls,
Travis & I want to express our heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
Alex was a caring individual, who always made us feel welcome in your home & lives. I will forever remember his laughter & sense of humor at the store.
Lydia Sloan
February 6, 2013
Alec will be truly missed. He was a great person, kind and considerate of others. He always made time to stop and chat. My prayers go out to the family during this difficult time.
Ron Vogel
February 6, 2013
Alex was more than a business associate, he was a friend to me and everyone he dealt with. Alex was one of the kindest, respectful and trustworthy peers I have ever worked with in the energy business. He will always serve as a role model and be truly missed.
My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and all those he touched and grieving this loss.
Alex Rowan
February 5, 2013
There is nothing I can write in an online guest book that can convey the sorrow I feel for you all right now. Just know that you are all in my thoughts- sending all the love and strength I can.
Alain Verbeke
February 5, 2013
Dear Douglas Family,
We are very sorry to hear that your husband and father passed away. Alex was deeply admired by our son Raymond, because of his kindness and generosity.
You must be shocked and exhausted, and we very much hope that the funeral will bring some measure of comfort. We wish to express our deepest sympathy for your loss.
We hope the time will come soon when you will remember Alex with joy as the wonderful person he was and who lived a full and meaningful life. Until then, we wish you peace.
Best wishes,
Alain Verbeke, Juliet Guichon, Raymond and Mary-Claire
Rhonda Pehar
February 5, 2013
You and the girls in our thoughts and prayers Mary. Alex was such a pleasure to work with and get to know over the years. He will be so dearly missed.
Dale Sutherland
February 5, 2013
Mary - my deepest condolences in your time off loss. My heartfelt sympathy to you and the girls. What a sudden loss! I remember the big smile Alex always wore and how special all the work out sessions were. HUGS to you and your amazing girls!
Dale
Joan McHardy-Nelson
February 5, 2013
It is hard to believe that Alex's smile and laughter will no longer be with us and that is sad. Although we lost touch many years ago, I remember how great it was to see him last summer. He will be fondly remembered for being an amazing person.
February 5, 2013
Mary,
We want to extend our sincere condolences to you and your girls. Alex was a kind and thoughtful man with a great sense of humor. We had a lot of fun working together. He always looked at the bright side of things. Our thoughts are with you.
Tammie Carruthers and Sandy Jew
Chari Grant
February 5, 2013
Mary, Megan, Erin, Natalie, & the O'Dwyers:
Some of my earliest and happiest childhood memories were of the times spent at Sunny Beach in Kelowna with the Douglas family. Alex was my "big" cousin, and I so looked up to him; and was so excited when he and Alison would take us to the candy store down the street. At our family reunions, Alex was always the life of the party, and would often have young ones literally hanging off of him, wanting to play with the "big kid."
Our whole family is deeply sorry for your loss, and our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Much love to all of you.
Chari, David, Kiara and Miles
February 5, 2013
Alison, Art and the Douglas Family , My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time for strength and courage
Alex Pentland
February 5, 2013
My heartfelt condolences go out to Alex's dear family and friends. I knew Alex a thousand years ago and remember him as a bright light, a positive force and a pretty swanky dancer. Few found joy as quickly and purely as Alex did. I feel lucky to have been part of his too short, but inspired life.
Brandon Palin
February 5, 2013
It has been the upmost pleasure of mine to get to know Mr. Douglas over the past few years. He welcomed everyone into his home and life with open arms and always seemed to be the life of the party. He may be gone but he will never be forgotten. His compassion and generosity have affected not only myself, but the lives of many of the Douglas daughters' friends. My deepest condolences go out to the family, we are here to support you and love you all.
February 5, 2013
Mary,Megan,Erin and Nat
We are thinking of all of you during this difficult time.
You have our deepest sympathies.
Jay,Evelyn and Jenna Hamilton
Laura Irvine
February 5, 2013
Mrs. Douglas, Megan, Erin, Nat and the O'Dwyer family, I am so sorry for your loss; my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Natalie Ocampo
February 5, 2013
Mary and Girls
My deepest sympathy for Alex sudden demise. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bernadette Ocampo
February 5, 2013
Our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to you Mary, Megan, Erin and Natalie. You are in our prayers.
February 5, 2013
Mary,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are for you and your lovely girls.
Patti Lewis
The Ferriers
February 5, 2013
To Mary, Nat, Erin, and Megan, as well as all of the O'Dwyers, we are so sorry for your loss and are deeply saddened and shocked. We will always remember Alex as an extremely warm and caring person. He was truly a phenomenal father, husband, and friend.
Paul Phillips
February 5, 2013
I had the pleasure of knowing Alex for the past 10 years or so. His positive attitude and enthusiasm for life was inspirational. I will miss him dearly. My thoughts and condolences go out to Mary, Megan, Erin and Natalie.
Connie Sorensen
February 5, 2013
I was stunned to hear of Alex's sudden death. Such a sad day. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this time. He will be missed...
Connie ( Dr Pow's)
Alexandra Branson
February 5, 2013
Your father was a wonderful man - each time I met him he always knew who I was and always joked with us.
Our family is thinking of you at this very difficult time.
Michele Driscoll
February 5, 2013
To Mary and family, my deepest condolences go out to you. Alex was a pleasure to work with. He always had a delightful zest for life and a smile for everyone. We are all truly shocked about his early departure from a life well lived.
Dan Sutherland
February 5, 2013
I did not know Alex for very long, but quickly recognised him as a knowledgable, kind and well rounded man. He will be greatly missed.
Bruce Cowper
February 5, 2013
Alex will be missed So sorry to hear the news Our thoughts and sorrow are with Alex and his family
Michael, Renae & Harry Tims
February 5, 2013
We simply wanted to express our sincere sympathy, from our family to yours. The fact that the young people in our kids' peer group have always readily gravitated to your house says a lot about Alex's warmth and friendliness, and your own also. Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Michael, Renae & Harry Tims and family
Trina Clarke
February 5, 2013
To Mrs. Douglas, Nat, Erin and Megan: I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. Girls - I enjoyed talking with your Dad on various occasions at WIC. He was so proud of each of you, and each of you embodies your Dad's friendly, positive and unselfish nature. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Dan Zastawny
February 5, 2013
Alex was one of the most kind and friendly people I ever had the pleasure of dealing with in the energy business. He will be missed dearly.
Dave Rackham
February 5, 2013
At first you would have thought all Alex wanted to do was to make you laugh. He did that for me. It took me a little time to realize that what he really wanted to do was be your friend. That he did! You set the standard for what a friend should be. Thank you for being my friend.
February 5, 2013
Stunned by his departure, grieving for his family, sad that all of us have lost a mentor and a friend......our industry was better because of him.
Niki Vlooswyk-Steele
February 5, 2013
Alex was a great mentor to me when we first worked together years ago. He was very passionate about his work, but always smiling. My condolences to the Douglas family, his close friends and the rest of his colleagues. He will be missed.
Kyle Carroll
February 5, 2013
Alex was a great guy who always made time to stop and talk with you. His many friends are a testament to the virtues by which he lived his life - he was a fun loving, genuine and honest person.
Very sad for your loss Mary and family.
Mike Kerr
February 5, 2013
Mary and Girls -
I am so sorry for your loss. Alex was a great person and cared deeply for all of you. I hope the many memories you created together will sustain you during this difficult time.
All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike
Peter McPherson
February 5, 2013
My condolences to the Douglas family. Words cannot even begin to express my sadness. I was shaken by news. You and your family are in my prayers.
Peter D. McPherson
Marilynn and Jim Bracken
February 5, 2013
We will miss Alex dearly.
Great memories...
Our thoughts are with you.
February 5, 2013
To all the Douglas Girls, please know you are being held closely in our hearts, prayers and memories. We pray your strength, family bond and memories will move you through the tough days. We are here for you...
With Love,
The Streukens Girls.
Alanna Blackwell
February 5, 2013
I worked with Alex for just over a year and could always count on him to bring a smile to my face and to offer words of encouragement. Coincidentally, he graduated from Queen's University the same year that my parents did. Douglas family, I am truly sorry for your loss and my thoughts are with you during this time.
Mel & Michele Rampersad
February 5, 2013
Alex was a truly amazing person. So very caring and always concerned about others. He will be missed for his smile and wonderful sense of humor. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
Alex Queen's University Yearbook Graduation Photo - 1980
Alanna Blackwell
February 5, 2013
Rochelle Boily-Gauthier
February 5, 2013
Mary and family, words cannot begin to express my sadness for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Beth Richardson
February 5, 2013
Our thoughts are with the Douglas girls during this difficult time. Alex was a wonderful person. To Mary, Megan, Erin and Natalie, we have always thought your family to be an example of what a family should be. We are so sorry for your loss.
Todd Lachance and Beth Richardson
Pip Webb-Briscoe
February 5, 2013
To Mrs. Douglas, Megan, Erin, Natalie and all the O'Dwyer family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with all of you at this difficult time.
Bob Lee
February 5, 2013
Alec was always happy to see you; always had a smile and was eager to ask you how you were doing. A very unselfish person who will be greatly missed by all his friends and colleagues. My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to his family.
February 5, 2013
Mary,
Words cannot convey the sorrow Rick and I feel for you and your family. Alex was one of the best in the business and had a passion for the people and enjoyed his work. We will miss his smile and sense of humor. Our thoughts are with you.
Lorna & Rick Funk
Stephen Maritzer
February 5, 2013
Alex will always be a great friend,we shared so many good times together and enjoyed a great dinner just over a week ago here in Montreal with Nat and Beth.Mary,my heart is with you and the girls may you have strength through this difficult.
Neal and Brenda Coskey
February 5, 2013
We can't even begin to express how sad we are at the loss of such a great man. Our sympathy and support goes out to all of the family. There are some people who make you laugh a little louder, smile a little bigger and just live a little better. That was Alex.
Claudette Stiven
February 5, 2013
Dear Mary;
Gone from our sight, but never from our heart. Words can not express how much we will miss Alex. His passion for life and his love for his family and his laughter.
Words fall short of expressing our sorrow.
Robert & Claudette Stiven
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