It pains me to know that Alan has passed. He was the best Dr I’ve ever encountered. I haven’t talked to him in about 16 years and I’m in shock. Bless this man for everything he ever stood for 

Im at the AGM...learnt my friend had passed and was immediately saddened. Allan & I were friends & colleagues. Ill miss his smile and our friendship. Love Allan!!!

Just found out about Al's passing. I shall remember our many good times both in class and out. Colleen will always remember his infectious smile and his many kind words.  A great friend and colleague.Thank you for you Al, you will be missed.

Just found out the sad news. Alan was a great medical practitioner ....the first that I and my wife had tried as a alternative to our doctor...he was very personable and helped us immensely - he will be missed and we pray for his family he left behind!

I just found out the shocking news tonight. My prayers to his family and his community. Although I only met Alan a few times at conferences, but always had a good time. He is truly missed.

I'm so very sorry for your loss My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Sweet Passage Mr Irving. (in high school football), my compadre next to me to complete the plays we needed to complete. All the best to your family. 

My heart goes out to you, Kerry, and the entire community. Alan was a kind man and a true professional, always with a smile and a pleasant demeanour. He is truly missed. 

Was about to book our yearly family adjustments when we found out a couple of months ago. We are still having difficulty booking one without Dr Irving there. His smile was infectious and it was pleasant to chat with him, his personality was one of a kind.

Kerry and all the family I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Irviing's passing. I just heard about it. He will be sorely missed as he has been my doctor since he first came to Fort Langley. He always had something nice to say and many times made me laugh through out my adjustments. Take care and God Bless and comfort you all.

I was shocked and saddened to receive the email today about Dr. Irving's passing.  He has been my chiropractor for over 20 years, and was always kind and compassionate, and had a great sense of humor.  He will be truly missed.  My deepest sympathy and condolences to Kerry and family.  I am so sorry for your loss.

Shocked. Such a young man.  I did not see Alan for last 9 years because I moved out of Langley but always enjoyed my visits. We laughed about everything. He was a joy to be around and be treated by. I just received the email today. My heart felt condolences go out to Alan's family. He will be remembered. 

Kerry and family I was shocked when I called in to book an appointment today and heard the news of  Dr Irving's passing.  Dr Irving helped treat my aches and pains for the past 20 years.  He was funny, caring, thoughtful, helpful.We lost him too early,My sympathies,Paul, Lucille, and Claire

I am shocked and saddened to hear of Alan's  passing. I heard just today. Having lost my partner very suddenly many years ago, I know what that loss is like. Words help only a little bit. My thoughts are with you.

Hi Kerry & Family, I was shocked myself to hear today of Alan's passing. I still cannot believe it. He was such a wonderful person. my husband, Perry, and I have known Alan for 20 years since we have moved to BC from Ontario. My co-worker told me about his passing. she did receive an email & she knew that I would have like to know since I am the one that sent her to Dr. Irving for some of her problems. very sadden to hear of Alan's passing. to all of you our deepest sympathy. Anna & Perry Woodworth

We just learned of Dr.Irving passing today.We are so very sorry to hear of this. We send our condolences to his family and loved ones.
He has been treating our family for decades and was loved..
Paul,Claire and Lucille Bernat

          My family was just made aware of the passing of Dr. Irving. Needless to say, my wife Cindy and I are deeply saddened of the loss of Dr. Irving. He has been our doctor for many years. He has helped our entire family. He always encouraged us to live a healthy life and was truly concerned about our well-being. We are at a loss for words. The many lives he personally aided and more importantly his family and friends, it was truly sad to receive this news.
          Please pass our condolence to Dr. Irving's family, Kerry, Brett and Kyle. To the great folks at Langley Rehab, our heart, thoughts and prayers are with you as well. I know he was a tremendous mentor to all of you as he was to us. 
          I can say that Dr. Irving was the one doctor I enjoyed to visit

Kerry I cannot begin to express my sympathy for hearing this news about Dr. Irving's (Alan).  I'm shocked and heart broken for you and your family.  Please accept my heart felt condolences.  Greg Kanya

Kerry and Family, We just heard about Alan's passing. I started seeing Dr. Irving when he took over the Fort Langley Practice. He was always so positive about live. Our thoughts and sincere sympathy are extended to Kerry & Family during this very difficult time.
Steve Diduck

I just found out about Dr.  Erving's passing.  I started  seeing Dr. Erving many years ago when he first took over the practice in Fort Langley (cant recall the doctors name in which he took over).  Dr. Erving helped me in so many ways, not just with my back issues. which I will always be grateful.  My heart goes out to Kerry, their children and family.  

Dear Kerry + Family,
We were all so shocked beyond belief and sad to hear about Alan's passing. His incredible healing and skill touched patients with a true art! I will greatly miss what was 18 years of a health journey with one of the most trusted practitioners I have ever had wirh the biggest heart, smile and concern for our entire family! He will be sadly and forever missed now.

Dear Kerry & Family, 
We're so sorry to hear of Dr. Irving's passing.  We were shocked & saddened to hear this news.  Our thoughts & sympathies are with you all.  We didn't know him that long, but he seemed like a person that loved life & had a passion to make other people's lives better & healthier.  He always had a smile on his face when we came into the office.  We hope all your special memories of him will help you through this difficult time.

Sincerely,

My deepest condolences Kerry to you and your family. It's rare to find a doctor that you trust completely and even more rare to find one that returns your trust with genuine concern and compassion. I enjoyed going to see Dr. Irving he helped and made my back feel so much better. I will miss him and his cheerful and friendly nature. An amazing man.

Kerry, I am so sad to hear about Alan. He was the best guy in the world. I loved coming and seeing him even when I was too sore to move. He was so knowledgeable, kind and fun to be around. I just want to let you know you are in my thoughts and he will be so missed. Deb Hillier

To Kerry and family
I am so sorry to hear of Alan's passing.  I am truly shocked and sad for your loss.  If there is anything I could do, let me know.
Joyce

To Kerry and family. We were shocked to hear of Dr. Irving's passing. Dr. Irving was a great chiropractor. He was always happy and glad to see us. He will be sorely missed. Take care Kerry. He will always be in our heart.

To family and friends, we were shocked and saddened by Dr. Irving's passing. He was such a wonderful man and an amazing Chiropractor. Our family had known him since he first started his practice and followed him wherever he moved to. We will miss his energy, his smile and his expertise. The celebration of life was such a wonderful window into a life well lived and a man well loved. Always in our thoughts and prayers with love, The Maslanka Family

To Kerry and family.My deepest  condolences go out to you all at this time.I am very saddened to hear the news of Alan's passing.23 years with Dr.Irving,I am going to miss his deep commitment to helping people feel better.It will be hard to fill his shoes.Margret Bergen

To the family and friends of Al Irving -  I am truly saddened to learn of Dr Irving's passing and I will miss him and the very fine care that he provided to all of us.  I give my heartfelt condolences to Kerry and the boys.  I will forever remember the big smile that came across his face whenever he spoke of his sons.

To Kerry and family, I just found out about Dr. Irving's passing and am so sad to hear about  this. My Prayers to all your family at this very difficult time. Dr. Irving was the best chiropractor and I will miss him very much.

Kerry
What a wonderful celebration of life.  I knew Alan only at the office, always with a smile helping our family with our needs.  It was wonderful to hear so many friends and family pay tribute to what a wonderful man (or 12 year old boy) Alan was.  Sound like Alan lived more in his too few years then most do in a lifetime.  
Thinking of you.

To Kerry, Brad, The Staff of Langley Sports & Rehab and Family,

We are shocked and saddened by the untimely passing of Dr. Irving.
We searched for many months to find a competent and knowledgeable Doctor to treat our 16 year old son's scoliosis.  When we found Dr. Irving, we instinctively knew this was the very best person and felt overjoyed and fortunate we were able to meet him.  He was the most caring, dedicated, compassionate, brilliant Doctor who never hesitated to go the extra mile in delivering patient care.  We have lost a true Angel of the earth, and our prayers and heartfelt sympathy are with you at this very difficult time.

 Dr. Irving's final words regarding my son were, "I know you are worried, but everything will be all right."  

Please accept our sincerest condolences 
The Nowak Family
White Rock

I just found out about Alan's passing and I am in complete shock. I have known him as a patient for over a decade and he has helped me in that time maintain a good quality of life due to a serious auto accident I was involved in back in 1999. The last time I saw him was just before Christmas and we joked about not over indulging in the season and keeping our waists trim. He was a good guy, joked around but always professional. He always talked about his 2 sons and the "daddy" adventures they had, and I would relate by telling him about my "daddy" adventures with my own son. I am totally blown away and have to stop writing right now to compose myself...RIP Alan, and thank you from my heart for the care you provided me and my son Arron.

To Kerry and family and everyone at the Langley Sports and Rehab office
We are truly shocked and saddened by Dr. Irving's passing.  He was such a fabulous influence and help when we ventured into the scoliosis world.  He was wonderful with my teenage daughter and a wealth of information.  The scoliosis and chiropractic world has lost a great, compassionate and knowledgeable doctor. Our thoughts are with everyone at this sad and difficult time.
Forever thankful - Paul, Kathy and Kimberley Turnbull

I have know Alan for 18 years as a patient. In that time I have grown to know him as not only an excellent chiropractor but an outstanding human being.His passing leaves me shocked and profoundly sad. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and staff who are so lucky to have had him in their lives.
With Deepest Sympathy, Lori

Dear Kerry and boys,  
I met you and Dr. Alan Irving through my sister Lois Thompson.  Because of my Chiropractic background ,  I was able to receive Chiropractor treatments for my 2 brothers Mac and Stephen until they moved to Chilliwack, B. C. were referred to another Chiropractor there.  Thank you for all your kindness to me from my home in Lombardy ,Ontario. I have always enjoyed my visits to your office each spring to get up dates of the health of my family. You are in our  thoughts and prayers.

I met Alan when he opened his office next to my dental office in 1992.  He went on to become a friend and my chiropractor.  His ministrations have kept me in practise.  I am so glad he met Kerri and had such a wonderful life with her.  My sincere condolences to Kerri and the boys.
                                                                     Sandy McFarlane (Langley)

Thank you Kerry for bringing Al into our lives. His smile, laughter and humor will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you.

Kerri boys and family, I am so saddened by your loss. Alan will surely be missed by everyone that came in contact with him. I had been seeing him for over 20 years and he helped me as no one else could. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May Alan rest in peace.

Our condolences to the family, staff and all who are reeling from the shock and loss of Dr. Alan Irving.  Such a vibrant young man with so much to offer. The picture of health and fitness.  Always kind and encouraging. 
Very sad.

Sincerely,

I have known Mr. Irving since I was a child, and my mom would take me and my siblings to his office. He always asked how we were doing and as an adult, he still took the time to ask how my family is. He was a very kind man, and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time.

I met Alan when he first started his practice. He was a little bit green but I watched him become a fantastic chiropractor!  He was an amazing guy!!  He will be greatly missed!!!

Kerry and family, so deeply saddened by your loss.  Thinking of you at this time. 

Kristi & Darcy

Kerry and family. Alan did so much for Glen and myself: always took away the pain! Super nice guy; may he RIP.

Thinking of you Kerry...
love Glen and Sandy Miller

Dear Kerry and the Langley Sports & Rehab Office,
So shocked, saddened to hear of sudden death of Dr Irving.  I have had a very nice relationship with him in keeping his diagnostic x-ray system in tip top shape.  I will certainly miss the good doctor, who always had his patients' care and safety in mind, at the very best level.  Reading all the condolences in the guest book, I can see he will be certainly missed by grateful patients and dear family.  With sincerest regards,

Kerry, Family and Friends who spoke at his service,

That was one of the best services I have been to.  I really enjoyed all the stories that were shared and you all shared so well.  Through you I now know more about the boisterous man that I met years ago in his office.
He will be missed by many and was loved by all who knew him. So sorry for your loss and for us in the community that he was helping so much.

With love and sympathy,
Wendy and family

Dr Irving it will take more time than I know to come to grips with with you leaving so unexpectedly. I came to you at one of my lowest points in my life and you gave me hope and eventually my life back. You not only continued to care for me but my whole family. You will always be in our hearts and forever missed. You had a overwhelming effect on everyone you came in contact with and our prayers go out to your family. Myself and my family were truly blessed with having you in our lives, thank you Dr Irving. 
May your spirit soar and the light you brought to everyone around you live on forever.
Gone but not forgotten.

Dear Irving family, The service today was very heartfelt. We have many good memories from meeting Alan so many years ago in Dr. Peter Brouwer's Fort Langley office. Now the years have melted away. Every time we visited your office  Alan was always busy moving from room to room but had time to stop and ask about family. He was always interested in what we were doing. Yes he cared about our neck pain, headaches, and alignment thus he always made us feel better by the time our visit was over including an encouraging kind word. We don't know what the future holds. None of us know how many precious days we have on this beautiful earth. One thing Alan has showed us. To live life to the fullest and never look back, always moving forward anticipating new and wonderful experiences. Definitely a great man that cannot be replaced. Our thoughts and prayers are for all of you at this unfortunate time of loss. We will miss Alan very much. From Jerry, Lyn, Jerlyn, Lynden & Colyn Chan Family

Good bye boss. Now who will I call boss:) 
I'll  miss you. Thanks for everything you've done for me.

I'll always remember that huge smile that was infectious to those around him.  Although I hadn't seen Al since high school, he was one of the kindest guys in school and all of us that grew up in Port Moody and were lucky enough to have known him knew that.  I'm so incredibly saddened for your loss.  My thoughts and prayers to you all.

It's just unbelievable that such a man filled with so much life and knowledge had to leave us way too soon. I wish you much strength to get through this sad time in your lives.

Dr. Irving would always manage to lift my spirits with his positivity and encouragement. I was always amazed how he could chat his way through my treatments. As I got to know him better over the years I appreciated our talks about owning a business and the importance of taking time off from work. So you see, not only did he help me physically he was also helping me with my well being.

Kerry, may you and your family help each other through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts.

So, so sorry for your loss.  Kerry, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys during this tremendously difficult time.

So saddened to hear of his passing. He was the first Doctor to offer hope to me for my back condition. He was a wonderful inspiration to many , and will be greatly missed.Martin & Margie

with a very sad heart we offer our prayers to all, may the memories of the fun and loving days sustain you during this time of extreme sorrow.
Anne and Lance Berrisford, Kitimat, BC

I searched for years for a Scoliosis specialist of the calibre of Dr. Irving.  Imagine how thrilled I was at our connection as we laughed & laughed as he strapped me into my snapping, crackling velcro straps of the Spine-cor brace. That connection is rare in the medical profession but so easy for Dr. Irving, as that was the type of person he was, delighting in the progress of his patient.  My husband also went to Dr. Irving for sciatica & knee problems & also found this same connection.
We are still shocked & very saddened beyond belief at his passing. The medical profession has lost one of its best  someone who continuously went beyond the norm to seek out & learn more knowledge & take delight in it.
Our heartfelt condolences & prayers go out to his family & loved ones at this very sad & difficult time.

Kerry, Brett, Kyle, Alex and family

I was truly shocked and very saddened to hear about Al's sudden passing.  I knew Al through a good friend of mine, Steve Wrightman.  Al was a happy, funny all around great person. His boisterous laughter and warm personality will be greatly missed by all who knew him.  May fond memories of Al bring you some comfort during this difficult time and may his soul rest in peace.

Oh my heart breaks for all of you, I am so sorry to hear of this.  What a loss to all of us. May God bless you all.

Dear Dr. Irving's Families My deepest condolences to you all. Dr. Irving has been my chiropractor for the last 22 years. He had a great gift of "healing hands". He gave me great strength, always had an infectious smile and contagious laughter! I will spread his love out into the world. Love him and miss him.

I was a patient of Alan's for many years but moved away.  I would see him occasionally when in town and he was always so welcoming.  I always walked straighter when I left his office.  Loved his laugh, his energy, his knowledge.  My heart goes out to all his family and friends.  Much too soon.....

I am so sorry to hear of Alan's passing. What a tragedy. Way too soon. He was a warm and caring soul who genuinely cared about his patients. He strove for excellence and was innovative in his treatments. So many benefitted from his passion and unending drive to provide the best care possible. 
Such a lovely man. He was my most trusted medical professional. 
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Kerry, his sons, family and friends at this most difficult time. Please know he was loved and will be missed.

Dear Kerry and family 
I am so sorry to learn of Al's sudden passing.
Al was a selfless, generous, caring, compassionate and by the way an incredible person who will be forever remembered and missed !
So going to miss his smile and laugh !

           GONE WAY TOO SOON

My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.  I knew Alan from jr. High in Port Moody. Great guy. Such a loss.  May he rest in peace and be happy in his new journey.
Kerry Barnes
Pitt Meadows, BC

Always bigger than life.  Taken way too soon.  Cannot forget that laugh.Thoughts and Prayers to all of Alan's Family and friends.  Sending huge hugs and deepest condolences.  He will be missed.

We were shocked to learn of Dr. Alan's passing.
He has left us far too soon.
Dr. Alan was one of Canada's top scoliosis doctors, 
a gifted chiropractor, who was a vanguard in his profession.
He will be greatly missed.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Kerry, the boys, and your families.

So long Alan.
Until we meet again.

Dr. Rick and Mrs. Heather Corbett and Family, Winkler, Manitoba

Dear Kerry, Brett, Kyle, Alex and the rest of the family, we are still in shock over your loss and this tragedy.

Al was a great person and loved his family very much.  He was always planning the next adventure.  He was a pleasure to be around, constantly laughing, and always so positive.  

He always made time to ask how we were doing and sincerely wanted to know how things were going for us.

Have just had dinner with him on Boxing Day, it was especially hard and unbelievable hard to hear the news as he was "Big Al" through and through and very much looking forward to the family ski trip to Sun Peaks.

You are all in our thoughts and we will always hold Al close to our hearts.

Kerry, I was utterly stunned at the news of Al's passing.  I'm so sorry for your loss and for the kids as well.  Please know you are all in my thoughts at this difficult time.  I will remember the many chuckles I had with Al during treatments at the office.  With sincere condolences...Michele Lavery

We are shocked and beyond saddened by your loss. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Kerry and Dr. Irving's sons as well as the staff at his place of work.  Thanks you Dr. Irving for all your hard work and dedication, you will be missed.

A great sadness has touched us all with this great man's passing.  Too young, too soon.  Will always remember that smile.  Our thoughts are with Kerry and all of her family and friends during this time.

What a total shock to hear of Alan's passing.Such a happy and healthy person
who always brought fun to every event.Although we did not get together often,
the time in Toronto,Las Vagas and Boulder has left great and permanent memories.Your families grief is shared by VERY many in his profession and the
fond memories will last forever .Our thoughts and prayers are with ALL who
knew Dr. Alan, especially at this unexpected and difficult time.
            Dr. DK and family

We remember you as a very generous, kind, fun loving person who added an element of fun to any occasion. We were witness to your ability to bring laughter to any moment. You will be missed Al and we are both grateful for knowing you for such a short time. 
Our hearts are with you Kerry and your family.

OBITUARY

Alan David Irving

6 October, 1964 – 5 January, 2017

Henderson's Langley Funeral Home

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