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Allan Chappell Obituary
He was predeceased by his Irish Water Spaniels Keara, Meggie, Quinn, Ethan, Brindle, Cailin and Caedan who were waiting for him at the Rainbow Bridge. His parents Anne and Cecil, his father-in-law Jack and his nephew baby Peter Haddow also predeceased him.
The family would like to thank the RCMP and EMS who looked after Allan at the scene of the collision.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, May 29, 2016 from 4 to 6 pm at the Royal Glenora Club (11160 River Valley Road, Edmonton). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Allan's name to "Dogs With Wings" - dogswithwings.ca.
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Barbara Janusz
February 14, 2018
I knew Allan and his family when I was growing up in Edmonton in the 1960-70's. The Chappell's lived five houses down from ours. Allan was my first boyfriend, a most wonderful person, compassionate, kind, gentle. I'm so sorry that he died in such tragic circumstances and feel so much sympathy for Bonnie and his children who have lost a loving husband and father.
Kristin Greenwood (nee Kawecki)
June 23, 2016
Aaron, I am so very sorry to hear of your Father's passing. My thoughts are with you, Kristin, and your whole family.
Heather Pollock
June 12, 2016
Our lives were truly blessed by this wonderful man I am proud to call my brother. I will miss our 2hr coffee @timmies, our lunches out, the never ending chats and your unending support!
Until we meet again...much love
June 6, 2016
Sincere condolences to Bonnie and family.
Heather Brunlees, Calgary, AB
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Keri Vandongen
June 3, 2016
I'm continuing to send thoughts, prayers and virtual support your way, Bonnie.
May you continue your relationship with your dear husband through your memories, thoughts and shared mind reading ability.
Deepest Condolences, ~Keri
June 3, 2016
Bonnie, I send my deep condolences to you in the loss of your precious husband.
Laura Rogers
Emily Wheeler
June 2, 2016
Bonnie,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My sincerest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time,
Janet Gallagher
June 2, 2016
Bonnie we have only ever chatted on the phone but my heart goes out to you and your family. Take care.
Cindy Rathbun
June 1, 2016
I am so very sorry Bonnie
Bill and Linda Baine
May 31, 2016
Bonnie and family, what does one say..... We are so, so sorry, our hearts go out to each of you. We have wonderful memories when we were neighbours on Gravenhurst Cr., how much fun it was when Al helped decorate one of our Christmas stores, such fun, special times. Embrace your wonderful memories, take care and know our thoughts are with you.
Brian and Toni Kozak
May 31, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Bonnie and family during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Norm Pohl
May 31, 2016
It was an honour to have known Allan. It was always a pleasure to meet him at the obedience and rally trials. He would always come over and greet me as if we had just met the week before no matter how long the absence. It was a shock to hear of his passing and my best wishes go out to his family and friends. He will be missed.
Margy Hartwig
May 30, 2016
Thinking of you and your family Bonnie during this very sad time. May your memories of Allan bring you peace and comfort. With sincere sympathy.
Karen Svitich
May 30, 2016
Dear Bonnie & family
I was so very shocked and saddened to hear about the sudden and tragic passing of Allan. My sincerest condolences to all.
Cathy and Bill Pote
May 30, 2016
We are so saddened with Allan's passing. Our hearts go out to Bonnie, Allan's family and his beloved Irish Water Spaniel's.
We didn't know Allan long but looked forward to seeing him at Wine Country each year. He would greet me with a big smile and a bear hug like we were long lost friends. But he was like that with everyone.
To watch him work with his dogs was such a treat. Not sure who was having more fun.
He will be missed by so many. Some with two legs, some with four.
R.I.P. Allan. Great to have called you a friend.
Edith Dubois
May 29, 2016
Bonnie, Aaron and family, my thoughts are with you all. I cannot find the words to express how deeply sorry I am for you all. Allan was a wonderful person, and I feel privileged to have gotten to know him over the years. The love and dedication to his family, dogs and friends was something very special. We will miss him.
Roland&Danielle Almond
May 29, 2016
Dear Bonnie, Aaron, family and friends! Our heartfelt condolences to you. Allan was a kind, wonderful man and our family is very grateful we had him in our lives. He will be missed by us and all who knew him.
Billie Kaliel
May 28, 2016
Allan was a caring and loving person. I met him through our veterinary clinic. He always remembered the staff and would sit patiently with his pets for whatever their treatments involved. The world will miss a truly good man.
Lori Walklin
May 28, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go out to Allen's family during this difficult time. His gentle soul will be greatly missed at agility trials and classes. RIP Allen
Caresse Brochu
May 28, 2016
Allan was such a a guineuine, kind hearted man who cares so much about his family, dogs and the people around him. He bought me a tea that afternoon and the rest of the staff coffee and donuts. I've known him for almost 8 years now, since working at the GVH and He will be greatly missed. Such a tragic thing to happen to such a good person. I'm so sorry for your loss Bonnie, Aaron and family. May he rest in peace.
Jo & Ray Boratynec
May 28, 2016
To Allan's Wife Bonnie & Family,Very Sorry to hear about Allan's tragic accident. Our Deepest Sympathy to all. He was a very nice person to know. May he rest in peace.
Donna Kotow
May 27, 2016
. I'm saddened and shocked at the sudden passing of Al. I work at one of Al's favourite places: Salisbury Greenhouse. Many of the Salisbury staff, along with myself, will greatly miss his frequent visits. He always made my day complete with his sharp and sly wit. Nothing warmed my heart more than falling victim to one of his clever jests or ribbing or being the object of his good-natured teasing. Anyone, who could produce in others such smiles and laughter as he did is truly a gift directly from God. He was a treasure and my thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and loved ones.
Sherry Miller-Pitzel
May 27, 2016
It is with great sympathy I send my love and condolences for you and your family on this tragic and sudden loss of your husband. I wish you and your family the best and offer my sincere empathy . Sherry Miller-Pitzel R.SLP
Kathy Merkel
May 27, 2016
Dear Bonnie and family,
Shocked barely describes how we feel having heard of Allan's untimely death. Please know that you all are in our thoughts. Take special care at this difficult time. Long-time friends from afar, Kathy & Bill.
Lily Ostafychuk
May 27, 2016
My most sincere condolences
Keith Kinloch
May 27, 2016
We were shocked and saddened to learn of Allan's passing! Allan came into our lives as the friendly bus driver on ETS, and we all, especially Mom :) , looked forward to the times during the year that he was 'our' driver. :) Such a friendly man...great sense of humor...always 'kidding' Mom...as a trainer one day, he hopped off the back of the bus, as Mom was getting on the front, and then 'surprised' Mom by sneaking back on, and appearing behind her on the front of the bus, lol ...when he heard Mom had slipped on the ice and fell, he had a pair of ice grippers for her shoes the next day!!! Above & beyond the call of duty for sure...just one of many examples of his friendly and caring nature... we will all miss his smiling friendly greetings as we ride the bus...condolences to his Family and close friends...God Bless... Joan Fink, and son's, Keith n Gary Kinloch.
Joan King
May 27, 2016
I will truly miss Allan at our agility trials - we always had good conversations and both enjoyed orchids. His spot in the agility barn will always be looked on with fond memories of him. Allan, you will be missed. Joan, Asia, Shappie, Moorea and new puppy Tancos.
Megan Mead
May 27, 2016
It was a pleasure to have this wonderful man as part of our Wednesday night obedience group. He was always up for a good laugh and kind words. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones <3
May 27, 2016
So shocked and sorry to hear your situation! My deepest sympathy and condolences to Bonnie and the family! Thoughts and prayers. Marnita Sonnenberg
Bonnie Leaf
May 27, 2016
My heartfelt condolences to Bonnie and family. I am so sorry for your loss. I hold you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Connie Romaniuk
May 27, 2016
So very sad to hear this tragic news. My deepest condolences to Bonnie and her family.
Stephanie O'Reilly
May 27, 2016
To Bonnie and his family please accept my deepest condolences on your loss. I will always remember his positive high energy and support that he gave to fellow IWS people. He will be greatly missed.
Rose
May 27, 2016
My heart goes out to Allan's family. His smile, humour and warm laugh made those early agility mornings better. He was always up for chatting, i will miss seeing that kind man. It will empty not seeing him in his recliner ringside. Allan, may the IWS at the rainbow bridge shower you with love and that you now overlook your family and friends as a gaurdian angel.
Nicole Mannett
May 26, 2016
My deepest condolences to Allan's family and friends.
Very nice man, I'm thankful I had to the pleasure to work with him.
Lisa Saxby
May 26, 2016
I will miss Allan so much at the agility trials. He was fun to watch, and even more fun to chat with. Always positive, and such a great person to trial with. My condolences to the family, and may he rest in peace.
May 26, 2016
From the time I first went to Wine Country many years ago, two of the friendly faces I most looked forward to seeing were those of Allan and Bonnie Chappell. As a newbee in the world of IWS, they were among the most warm and welcoming, and amazingly, always knew who I was! I am so sad to hear of Allan's untimely passing and hope that we will still see you, Bonnie, by Seneca Lake when you can make it. My heart goes out to you and your whole family. May the God of your understanding comfort you in this terrible loss.
Carolyn Archer, Mississauga
May 26, 2016
May 26, 2016
Martin & Marci Brown
May 26, 2016
We were deeply shocked and saddened by the news of Allan's passing. He will be greatly missed. Our heart felt condolences to you and your family.
Norma Jeanne
May 26, 2016
My deepest sympathy to all of Allan's family . Such a senseless loss - he will be missed by all who knew him - as the kind gentle person he was .
Kent and Terry Macfarlane (nee Huculak)
May 26, 2016
Kent and I worked with Allan at ETS and were so saddened to hear of his passing. He was a gentleman. He was kind, soft hearted and never rude or opinionated. His love for dogs gave us a kinship and his advice was always accepted and still being used with our Piper. We are so very sorry for Allan's family to have lost such a special man. We are praying for your peace and that precious memories will give you times of comfort.
Damir
May 26, 2016
Allan was a humble man; I will forever remember this wonderful and gentle man.
Debbie Murchie
May 26, 2016
Allan touched many with his gentle way. I am honoured to have known him.
Linda Miller
May 26, 2016
Condolences to all the family for your loss
He was well respected and will be missed by everyone in the dog agility community. I will always remember his kindness and humorous nature
Linda Smith
May 26, 2016
This is the saddest news I have gotten in the longest time.A good person, a fun agility competitor,your loss of presence will be felt amongst a lot of us that were proud to call you friend.
Denis Dubois
May 26, 2016
Still flabbergasted. My heart goes out to the family.
Paul Price
May 26, 2016
I was shocked when I heard this news. Allan was a fellow breeder of our beloved breed, Irish Water Spaniels. His enthusiasm and dedication to our breed was deep and truely influenced a lot of us. I will miss his always positive attitude and his encouragement.
To Bonnie and his family please accept my deepest condolences on your loss. This is truly a sad day for our breed, for the dog fancy and for mankind as a whole. Allan's humour and good nature will not be forgotten. He will be missed by many of us.
Niaz Chaudhry
May 26, 2016
My heartfelt Condolences for breaved family.May God rest his soul in peace and our prayers ease you through this difficult time.
Martin Rowe
May 26, 2016
safe journey
Tamara Chanski
May 26, 2016
Bonnie and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts during this terrible time.
May 26, 2016
Dear Bonnie and Family,
I am so saddened to hear of Allan's sudden passing, he was a wonderful man and friend. It was a privilege to have him as part of my family and I will always remember the wonderful times and his gentle and humorous nature. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jean Cameron
Linda Glasier
May 26, 2016
My heart goes out to you, Bonnie and Aaron. I will always remember Allan as a kind and gentle soul. Over the last 18 years we had all sorts of chats about raising puppies, and children. I can still hear his voice calling Alba and Mia at agility. Agility and dog shows will not be the same without you Allan.
Naz Eiras
May 26, 2016
My deepest condolences to family and friends. Wonderful person and co-worker. He will be missed.
May 26, 2016
Our Condolences to Allans family and friends , He was a wonderful co-worker with a quiet and kind personality .
Patricia Toth and Bob Theroulde
Wendy
May 26, 2016
Dear Bonnie and family, there are no words so I will only say how much we will miss Allan and his running from ring to ring at Wine Country. Love to you all.
Linda Miller
May 26, 2016
Condolences to all the family. He was well respected and will be missed by everyone in the dog agility community.
Michele Stade
May 26, 2016
Such a tragedy, Allan will be missed by all. I have such fond memories of him and his dogs at agility trials. My heart goes out to you Bonnie and your family, keep you memories close to help you through this terrible time. My thoughts are with you.
Kathy Neiman
May 26, 2016
To Bonnie and family, I am deeply saddened by Allan's passing. I wish you peace and comfort. He will be greatly missed in the agility community.
Robbi Bitner
May 26, 2016
So sorry for your loss. I know Allan through the dog agility community, and he was always friendly and encouraging with his fellow competitors. He will be missed by many.
Lori Weltz
May 26, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with Allan's family and friends. He was one of my favourite people to talk to at agility trials. His kindness and humour uplifted everyone around him. He will be greatly missed.
Brian, Sharon Riddel
May 26, 2016
Very sad and tragic,our thoughts are with the whole Chappell family.
Gaylen & Marcel Boutet
May 26, 2016
Our condolences to all of Allan's family... he was a long time participant in all kinds of dog activities, and we will miss seeing him run his IWS in agility (and seeing him napping in the down time).
The last time I saw him was at a trial when I dumped my 5 month old puppy in his lap and he laughed so hard when she mobbed him and covered his face with kisses... he was always kind to his dogs and people.
Wendy Johns
May 26, 2016
Bonnie and Aaron. - I can't imagine the grief. I know how important you were to Allan. His passing will leave a great hole in my life. He was an amazing friend and so incredibly full of compassion and wisdom.
Mary Martineau
May 26, 2016
So sorry for your loss. I know he will be greatly missed.
Sandi Maday
May 26, 2016
My sincere condolences to the family as you deal with the tragic loss of a wonderful man. I have many fond memories of chats with Allan at agility trials and conformation shows, and the odd chat about dogs on the bus if he was driving my route that day!
Lori Krug
May 26, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with Bonnie and all the family at this time. I know that all the IWS were there waiting.
RIP Allan you will be missed.
May 26, 2016
My thoughts are with you now and in the days ahead. Allan was a positive part of the dog community and will be missed.
Cindy Swiney
May 26, 2016
I was so shocked & saddened to hear of Allen's passing. He always made me laugh out loud when running my agility courses & for that & his kindness, the agility community will miss him greatly.
My thoughts & well wishes to help weather this tragedy are with you & your family.
Karen Frost (Cook)
May 26, 2016
Dear Bonnie and family, I was so shocked and saddened to hear about Allan. I remember both of you from our Shep days together, what good memories I have of those days. Allan was such a wonderful man, so kind and gentle. Hold on to your wonderful memories, they will be in your heart always. What a loss!
Sherryanne - Vizslas Farr
May 26, 2016
Heartbreaking. We are so very sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. His loss will be felt deeply by many.
Mary Schnell
May 26, 2016
My heart goes out to you Bonnie and Aaron. I will forever remember Allan as a kind and gentle soul. May the love of family and friends comfort you.
Linda Nichol
May 26, 2016
It was always nice to see your friendly smile and talk with you at our Agility classes and Trials. I will miss you.
Steve Eisenreich
May 26, 2016
You touched hundreds of peoples lives in a positive way you are going to be missed.
Dean
May 26, 2016
My deepest condolences to all. I knew Allen as a co-worker but more importantly a mentor and a friend. He was well liked by his peers and will be missed.
Brenda Benedetto
May 26, 2016
My sympathies to Allan's family and friends. I will miss seeing him at obedience lessons and agility trials.
Donna Harrop
May 26, 2016
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Alan will be missed greatly in the dog community.
Jessica Sommer
May 26, 2016
I am going to miss you, my friend. You were a good man who always asked how things were going, and I always appreciated you taking time to check.
Gail Kamitomo
May 26, 2016
To Bonnie and everyone else in the family: I am so saddened by Allan's tragic accident. He was loved and respected by everyone who knew him. Of course I knew him best through dog agility. He was friendly to everyone, and certainly loved those spaniels! We will all miss seeing him catching a few zzz' sin his recliner chair at the trials. Hugs to all of you!
May 26, 2016
A bright light has been extinguished. I am so sorry.
Carol Cunningham
May 26, 2016
RIP , condolences to family and friends
John Drake
May 26, 2016
R.I.P. Allan my friend.
Nicole Fontaine
May 26, 2016
We will miss you, Allan. Life won't be the same without you here. I thank God for our friendship and I pray for your family and friends. My condolences to all of them, and a heart felt thank you for sharing such a wonderful man. Our hearts will lighten but you will never be forgotten. RIP my dear friend. xo
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