Major J.A. (Ret.) Conyers

December 18, 2012

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital on Tuesday, December 18^th, 2012, Joseph “Al” Conyers of London at the age of 78. Beloved husband of Noreen. Loving father of Jamie Conyers and his wife Joan of London and Janet Thomson and her husband Jeff of Kitchener. Much loved grandpa to Christopher and Cynthia Thomson of Kitchener. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Friday, January 11, 2013 at 12:00 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. In lieu of flowers, donations to The RCR Museum Fund or the London Humane Society will be greatly appreciated.

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Condolences to family and friends. Al was truly a fine gentleman, it was a pleasure to work with him during my tenure at Regimental Headquarters. RIP Al. Neil,

~ Neil Reece, WO Ret'd

(Donated to The RCR Museum Fund)

~ Robert & Joan Smith

(Donated to London Humane Society)

~ Karyn Smith

(Donated to London Humane Society)

~ Judie Sparling

Noreen and Family: Grace and Peace from Australia.

~ Mac and Shirley Campbell

Noreen: Al will be sadly missed and always remembered. I had the good fortune to serve with him in Cyprus in 1966-67 and we served with both of you in Germany 1968-71. I fondly recollect his joy at the sauna with the Finnish contingent officers in Cyprus and sharing a half litre of beer with him in the Mess in Baden Solingen. The good old days. Al was a mentor to many of us in The Regiment. He took his job as an officer seriously but not to the point he didn't a good laugh. Oh the laugh! Always a gentleman and always looking out for others regardless of rank or circumstance. The Regiment is better because of Al. Pro Patria.

~ Jane and Hardy Wheeler

Dear Noreen, So many happy memories. Eileen will be sharing recipes with him. Love Dick

~ Dick Cowling

Noreen and Family , I had the pleasure of knowing as well as serving along side of Al going as far back as 1956 in Germany. Like so many who were fortunate to have shared the same pleasure I will always remember him as a soldier, an Officer , and a gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. PRO PATRIA

~ CWO Bill Mackay MMM, CD. Ret'd

Condolences from all members of The CAV. Our prayers are with during this sad time. Al was a great soldier and he will not be forgotten.

~ Bill Truman

How very sad to learn of the passing of a friend and a fine soldier. Please accept our deepest and most heartfelt condolences

~ Karen & Al Ditter

My condolences to John's family and friends. RIP, Pro Patria.

~ CWO H.J. Hickson MMM, CD, Retd

Joan, Jamie & family members ,Our deepest sympathy are sent to all of you at this very sad time. Know that our prayers and thoughts are with you. Love Aunt Shirley & Uncle Bernie

~ Shirley Donovan

Noreen, Jamie, Janet, I am saddened to hear of Al's passing. My thoughts are with you all at this most difficult time. I will always remember the Christmas celebrations with all of you and how you always included me in the celebration of Jamie's birthday. Those were such great memories that I will always cherish.

~ Rick Barnes

Noreen and Family: We shall always remember Al as THE ADJUTANT. He set an example for those of us who followed, although I dare say, none of us were able to duplicate. We cherish the time we spent together in Germany from 1962 to 1965. We are very sad to hear of Al's passing and can only hope that you can find comfort in knowing that he had a profound and positive effect on the lives of many officers and men in the regiment. He will be remembered. Pro Patria.

~ Don and Del Jazey

Noreen, Janet , Jamie and families, I was so saddened to learn that Al had died. May the love of family and friends be of comfort during this difficult time.

~ Judie Sparling

Dear Noreen, I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your husband. While I have only known you a short while, I have come to value your friendship. Please know that you and your family will continue to be in my thoughts.

~ Heather Pearson

R.I.P., Al. Your mentoring will always be fondly remembered. We will remember you especially on the 21st. Pro Patria. Dear Noreen and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Al was a larger than life presence and will be greatly missed and fondly remembered in so many lives. Every blessing to you all as you go through this time of grief and remembering.

~ Brian Colgate, Captain, Ret'd

Noreen and family, please accept my condolences on the loss of your husband and your father.

~ Elaine Tucker

Dear Noreen and family, words always fail us at terrible times like this, but know so many of Al's friends now have part of their heart missing. Al was an excellent soldier and officer and provided so much to the Regiment during and long after retiring. Kathy and I send our deepest condolences from Mission, Texas and will see you when we get home in April. God Bless and may He lay His Hands upon you to provide comfort at this time and in the days ahead.

~ Don McKelvay,Major Retd

RIP Brother, and thank you for your years of leadership and mentoring. From my family our sincere condolences to the family.

~ Aldore McIntyre

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