Allan Donald Reil

Survived by his wife and soul mate, Marlene Purpur, brother Art Reil of Regina, SK, sister Vivian Fox (Wendell) of Lower Sackville, NS and children Robin (Mike), Dean (Sue), and Lynda (Al), Darcy, Kelvin (Paula) and grandchildren Renata, Nicolas, Alicia, Benjamin, Branden, Brody, Matthew, Amanda, Jason, Trevor and Nick and great-grandson Darion Luelo Granda and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his first wife, Jean Reil, his father, Peter Reil, and mother Elizabeth.

Allan joined the Canadian Navy at a young age and later became a member of the Air Force. He was posted to Esquimalt, BC, Halifax, NS, Moose Jaw, SK, Gimli, MB, Germany and Kingston, ON before retiring and moving to Kamloops in 1973.

Allan was well known for his ability to “tinker” with and fix anything. He worked in the air conditioning and heating business for many years and was always willing to help others. He had a huge heart and will be remembered and missed by his many friends and family members.

The family would like to thank Dr. Mavis Hollman for her many years as doctor to Allan (and the family).

Service to be held on Friday, April 11, 2014 at 2pm at Kamloops United Church, 387 4th Avenue, Kamloops, BC with Rev. Bruce Comrie officiating.

In lieu of flowers donations are encouraged to the Kamloops Hospice Association.

As per Allan’s wishes he will be cremated and his ashes spread over the ocean near Esquimalt, BC.