Albert ‘Al’ Duncan Rowe
October 26, 2023
Our loving father and grandfather left us peacefully in his sleep, at his residence in Dearness Home, London, on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at the age of 95.
Albert was predeceased by his loving wife Carmel (née Braund). Dearly missed father of Stephen (Marion), Gary (Kim), Philip (Sarah) and Brian. Lovingly remembered grandfather of Roxy (Whitney) Paronish-Rowe, Stacey (Spencer) Wong, Scott, Samantha, and Kate. Dear great-grandfather of Leo and August. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Clarence and Ruth (née Dawson); brothers: Robert, Donald, Conrad, John; and sisters, Mary and Carolyn.
Al spent 35 years enjoying his career at London Life making many friends in the process. He and Carmel enjoyed many of their evenings dancing and hosting parties, where Al was happy to serve as bartender. His gardens were a favourite pastime, as well as vacations in Florida with family or at local beaches here with the boys. Al enjoyed nice cars and particularly liked his 1965 Buick Wildcat convertible.
His early days were spent growing up on a farm near Blenheim – those are the days he reminisced most about in the later years. He enjoyed telling the tales of life on the farm and particularly having to take the milk to the dairy each morning, which always allowed him to be late for school missing the formal dedication ceremonies and songs.
Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be conducted at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at 1:00 p.m., with visitation one hour prior. Interment will be at a later date.
Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Albert are asked to consider the Alzheimer Society of Canada or the McCormick Care Foundation.
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So sorry for your loss. Al certainly was a fine gentleman and will be missed.
Our deepest condolences to Steve, Marion and family. We enjoyed getting to know Al, over the past many years, his hospitality, numerous stories and happy hour. We will treasure our fond memories.
Our condolences to all family and friends of Al. Always shall be remembered as a welcoming host and friend. Quick with a story and always a smile visits were always something we looked forward to. May comfort be found with the many happy memories left behind.
Services for Albert ‘Al’ Duncan Rowe
Visitation will be held at:
Westview Funeral Chapel
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
November 11, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Funeral Service will be held at:
Westview Funeral Chapel
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
November 11, 2023 1:00 pm
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Interment at a later date.
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We will always remember Al's warm smile and his friendly conversation during our visits with Stacey, Steve and Marion. He will be missed. We are sending our love to his family during this difficult time.
~ Emily and Dillon Prisner