It was so shocking and sad to hear the news of Alan’s premature passing.  Alan was the very essence of a wonderful family man—a very devoted husband, and a caring and loving father (and later on, an outstanding grandfather).  Just generally speaking, he was a beautiful person—calm, confident, humorous, but also very humble.  I best remember the family during their Prince Edward Island days in Valleyfield. They lived in a charming farmhouse that was so cozy, so kid-friendly and so visitor-friendly too!  Debbie made the most incredible soup (I’m sure she still does) and I remember Alan proudly saying, “it’s a fact, my wife makes the best soup.” In short, their home was absolutely picture-perfect and you just knew both Alan and Debbie worked hard to make it so!  It’s been over 40 years since I last saw them, but Alan’s family remain some of my most cherished memories, and those have not faded from my heart in the least.  I would just like share one cute memory because it exemplifies just how much he adored and was so proud of his children.  Aaron was about 4 years old then and was brilliant at the game of Checkers. One day when the five Montague pioneers were invited for lunch, something they would do on a regular basis, Alan and Aaron were having a serious game of Checkers.  Aaron “won” easily and I remember Alan saying, “I can’t believe it!  My own son is smarter than I am!” That, right there, was Alan’s gift—a  generous heart.  My very dear Debbie, children and extended family, I pray that you have the peace and hope sufficient enough to carry you through to the day that you will all be re-united.  We pray that day comes very soon! 

All my love, Marielle Rientjes, Montréal Quebec

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