Alan John Long
July 27, 2014
Peacefully and surrounded by family at Sunnybrook Hospital, Toronto, on Sunday, July 27th, 2014, at the age of 68. Beloved darling of Judy. Loving father of Adam (Jaimi) Long, Ian (April) Hunter, Laura (George) Clarke. Greatest G-dad of Gavin, Tyler, Chloe and Liam. Brother-in-law of Gerry Sturgess. Alan’s children and grandchildren were the loves of his life. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2:00 – 4:00 and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. and memorial service Thursday, July 31st at 3:00 p.m. at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a donation in memory of Alan are asked to consider KidSport Ontario by visiting >www.kidsport.ca
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Adam and family, I'm so sorry to hear about your family's loss. Our thoughts are with you, hang on to all the good memories.
My deepest sympathies for your loss. I worked with Alan at Lakeside and always enjoyed his company. Keep you favorite memories close to your heart.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Ian you spoke so highly of Alan and how you learned alot from him and all the times you mentioned spending great moments with him. Cheries thought moments and memories close to your heart and your little ones.
Laura, George, Gavin & Tyler, we are very sorry to hear the news. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this unfortunate time. Thinking of you.
Dear Gavin and Tyler, I am very sorry for your so sudden loss of your wonderful Grandfather, Alan. I think you share a lot of the same passions as he did. Every time I saw him it reminded me of the two of you. Lets go for dinner to honor his love of sea food when you are back home, and help to continue the love of sea food in your family. Take care, Love Lochlan.
Judy...I was deeply saddened by the news of Al's passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
We would like to express our deepest condolences to you all on the loss of Alan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve his loss and prepare to honour and celebrate his life. Lots of love, Rose & Rob
Ian, very sorry to hear of your loss. You always spoke of Alan with glowing admiration. Melissa and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Cousin Judy: I am so sorry to hear that you have lost your best friend. I have such wonderful memories of time spent with you and Alan - when you stayed with me in Las Vegas, when you rescued me from Muskoka and gave me a place to stay during the big blackout, playing golf at Diamond in the Ruff. Alan was such a kind, intelligent man. Of course he had a great sense of humor (which is mandatory when spending any time with you!). I am so happy that you were able to share your life with him over these past 25 years. Hugs. To the Long and Hunter families - I know Alan considered himself blessed to be in your lives. I am sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Cousin Dale Sturgess
We would like to express how sorry we are for the loss of Alan. He was a great man and you could tell very much how much you all meant to him. Remember the good times and speak of him often. He will be missed by all. Love you guys
Judy, Laura, George, boys and the 4-legged family members, I am so very sorry to hear of Alan's passing. He will leave a void that will be difficult to fill. I pray that time and amazing memories will help to lighten your hearts. You have just lost the boys' #1 sports fan; supporter of the family including (in no particular order)...a wonderful wife, children that love him, grandkids that adore him and dogs that idolize him; and a truly loving and loveable man. I have been blessed to get to know Alan, Judy and the Clarke family through years of their dedication to their dogs at Southside Animal Clinic. I always felt included in their circle of friendship and family, and looked forward to the family updates and witnessing the love they have for their labs. My sincere condolences, Karen Lucas
Adam Very sorry to hear the news regarding your father. May your sadness fade away and be replaced with wonderful memories from years passed. Thinking of you Greg
Adam & Jaimi - We are so sorry for your loss and send our deepest condolences to your family. Xo
Laura, George and family, our sincerest condolences to you and your extended family. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
My deepest condolences. I knew Alan for over thirty five years and he was always a kind and considerate gentleman.
Ian and Family - my sincere condolences to you and your family for your loss. I only met Alan a couple of times but Ian I certainly understand your admiration for him - he was such a gentlemen! Thinking of you during this difficult time!
Adam and Family, Our deepest sympathies. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. All the best.
Ian & Family -my deepest condolences for your loss. Alan was a true gentlemen and will be missed by all .
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. We enjoyed your visits out west when we had an opportunity to get to know Alan. He was a kind and compassionate person who will be greatly missed by relatives and friends.
Adam, Jaimi and family: So sorry to hear about your loss. Your Dad sounds like a wonderful man and I'm sure he will always stay a part of you. Take good care of yourselves during this difficult time.
Judy, Laura, Adam & Ian, Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your beloved soulmate and father. We understand your loss completely as we never lost hope for Al to recover as did our mom. Al looks and sounds like a wonderful man. Wished that we could have met him. Godspeed, Lilac Chow & Family
Dear Judy, Gerry, Laura and Ian - we were sad to hear about the passing of Alan. Times with him were brief but pleasantly memorable. To Judy, our deepest regards.
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Judy and Ian, I'm so sorry for your loss. I sat beside Alan for many years and he was great fun to be around. I'm sure he will be soley missed by all. My deepest condolances
Judy, Adam, Ian, Laura, Jaimi & Family, Words cannot express how saddened I am at the news of Alan's passing. He was a loving father, grandfather and my mentor and friend,. He will always live on in our hearts and minds. My deepest condolences to you all during this difficult time. Love always, Frank Finelli & Family
My deepest sympathies to you Adam, Jaimi and family. May the memories you have bring some comfort through this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you.
Laura, George and Family, we are so sad to hear of the passing of your dad. Please know that we are with you in thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Wish we could be there to comfort you all. Love Eunice, Orman and family
Dear Adam. I am so very sorry to hear about your father. Losing a parent is never an easy thing, no matter what age you are. Although I did not know him I can only imagine that he was a wonderful man to have had such a wonderful son. My heart goes out to you and Jaimi. My sincere condolences - Martha
Adam. Very sorry to hear about your father's passing. It has been quite the few weeks for you, and I hope you take some time with family and share what made your father so special to you. Anything I can do to help, please let me know.
Adam - so sorry to hear about your father. Lisa and I will be thinking of you during this difficult time. If there is anything we can do to help, please let us know.
Judy, Adam, Jaimi, Ian, & family, with heavy hearts we send our condolences. You are in our prayers, and we hope that you can soon take comfort in your loved ones and in the wonderful memories you share of Alan. Steve & I only shared a couple laughs with Alan but, we know he was a good man, you can see that in his family.
Auntie Judy, Ian, Laura, and Adam...I am so sorry for your loss. He was and will always be remembered as a great man, loving father, incredible G-dad... and passionate sports fan. Sending love your way. Alyce
Adam, this is a terrible trajedy for your family. My deepest condolences are with you and your family at this time.
Adam, my deepest and sincerest condolences to you and your family at this time and for the time to come. I wish you all comfort in the heartfelt memories that you have made. We are all keeping you in our hearts and minds during this difficult time.
Adam and Jaimi, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Thinking of you and your family, and hope that your happy memories of your dad will see you through this painful time.
We are so sorry to learn of the loss of Alan. We will miss his genrle nature and wonderful sense of humour. He brightened all our lives. A loving cousin in all ways.
Adam I am so sorry to hear about your father's passing. I hope, in time, all the good memories will comfort you. I know your dad will always be a part of you.
Judy, Laura, George, Gavin, Tyler and extended family, We are sad to hear of Allan's sudden passing, we wish to express our sincere sympathy at this tender time. Wishing you all PEACE to bring comfort, COURAGE to face the days ahead, and LOVING MEMORIES to forever hold in your HEARTS.
Judy & family-- words cannot begin to fill the void left by the loss of Alan. He touched many in his life and we are all better for having shared part of that journey. He was a kind and gentle man with a great love of his family. Our deepest sympathy to all of you..
I am truly saddened by the loss of Al. He was a great man and will be solely missed by many. My deepest sympathies to Judy and all the family.
I am so sorry to hear about your dad passing. My condolences to you and your family at this unfortunate time. Keep the memories bright in the days to come and hope they will bring comfort to you and your loved ones.
Judy & Ian, I'm so sorry to hear of Alan's passing. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Ian
My condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless. Love always, Daniel Gazzellone
Dear Gavin & Tyler We were very sorry to hear about your Grandpa. We will keep praying for you and your family. Love Alyssa & Dougie
I am so sorry for your great loss. Judy, I know your heart is broken, but I pray that some day your wonderful memories will be a comfort to you. It was so evident how much Alan loved you and his children and grandchildren. He will be missed every day by all of you, and by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. I am thinking about you all.
Judy, Dearest friend -- Although there is little we can say at this time when loss and sorrow has touched your heart....we want you to know our warmest thoughts and prayers are with you, We will always remember the good times -- the sharing, laughing, and caring....Our deepest sympathies to you and, of course, the family. Love always, John and Chris.
Adam, Jaimi and family, So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you. Danielle, Tanis and Avery Dereski
Our deepest condolences to Judy, Ian , Laura and Adam. We were very sorry to hear about Alan and are send our thoughts and love your way. It was always a pleasure to see Alan, he was an amazing person.. It was also a joy to see Alan with you Judy; you are amazing together. Regards, Jacob, Dany and Jeff
Laura , George , Judy and extended family . Sorry to hear of Alan's passing. We met him when you lived in London , and had some great conversations at that time . He was a very intellectual , thoughtful gentleman . Treasure your memories of him . Roy and Faye Wells Labrador city , NL
Judy, Adam and family, we share in your sorrow. It was our privilege to know and call Al a friend. Alan's generosity, wit and gentleness will be missed. May the memories of the time you shared together fill your heart, Al will always be there.
Saddened by your loss. Deepest heartfelt condolences to Judy, Adam, Jaimi and family.
My heartfelt condolences to Judy, Adam & Jaimi and the rest of the family. I remember Alan as being such a kind-hearted and gentle man, qualities that live on in Adam. I'm sorry you had to lose him at such a young age. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lisa, James and Eddie Hogle xo
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Dearest Laura, George, Gavin and Bug - our whole family is so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. It was an honor to have met your Dad and get to know he and your Mom over the years, especially on those freezing cold field lacrosse days! His passion for his grandchildren was evident to anyone who knew him. Blessings to all of you during this difficult time. With Love from all of us - Jim, Renee, Andrew and Philip Papaevangelou xoxo
~ Renee Papaevangelou