Allan Menzies

Allan Menzies

Allan Menzies Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from May 9 to May 18, 2008.
MENZIES _ Allan Robert June 13, 1924 - May 6, 2008 Allan "Al" Menzies, beloved husband of Elsie Muriel Menzies of Calgary, passed away on May 6, 2008 at the age of 83 years. Al worked for the Calgary Police Service for thirty-four years, working his way up to Superintendent. During the 1988 Calgary Olympics, he volunteered many hours providing security for the Games. Besides his loving wife, Al is also survived by his two children, Karen Ortman and Douglas Menzies; and three grandchildren: Tara (Tony) Tomlinson, Brett and Jared Menzies. He was predeceased by his brother, Don Menzies. A private Family Ceremony will be held. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made in Al's name, directly to the Calgary Police Service - Benevolent Fund, 133 - 6 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 4Z1. To email expressions of sympathy: [email protected], subject heading: Allan Menzies. HERITAGE FUNERAL SERVICES "Calgary Crematorium Chapel" Telephone: 299-0111.

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May 23, 2008

Colleen (McCormick) Whitehead posted to the memorial.

May 11, 2008

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May 11, 2008

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Colleen (McCormick) Whitehead

May 23, 2008

Doug, my thoughts are with you at this time. Take care my friend.

Mary Penner

May 11, 2008

Dear Elsie & Family,

I have fond memories of your husband and father who was a lovely man with a good sense of humor. May God comfort you with His peace and strength as you begin coping with your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

William Lane

May 11, 2008

Thirty four years of service, officially, but if we counted all the extra hours Al gave I'm sure it would be a life time.

Irene & Bill Shields

May 10, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Evelyn Dancey

May 9, 2008

Dearest Karen and Family

I am so very sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Please know that I am thinking about you and my prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.

With Love from Eveny Dancey

May 9, 2008

Karen, Tara, Mrs. Menzies:

Our thoughts are with you.

The Vernon Ortmans

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