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We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our brother Alan at Northumberland Hills Hospital, aged 59. Predeceased by his parents, Ronald and Jean Bates and younger brother Jimmy, Alan is survived by his siblings Jeffrey, Kevin (Lydia Marciano), Barbara (James) Turcott and Lisa. Much loved Uncle Alan to Amber (Paul) Norman, Sean (Tania) Kawakami, Kristen (Peter Reid), predeceased by Jillian, Katelyn (Jamie Boylan), Ryan, Megan (Aaron Avelar) Turcott and Dharma-Jean Hewton. Great uncle to Mason, Carson, Ciara, Payton and two more on the way. Alan always had somewhere to go or something to do. Listening to music or playing his guitar, jamming with friends, being a long suffering Leafs fan, or traveling across Canada and the US are just some of the fragments of his life. A younger Alan collected concert ticket stubs, albums on vinyl and played hockey. Alan graduated from George Brown College with a diploma in Tool and Die Design and worked locally as a draftsman over the last number of years. Alan’s greatest blessing and his most prized possession are the friendships he formed while living in Grafton and Cobourg; life long friends who became his other family. These friendships are what made Alan richer beyond imagination. Alan spent that last several months in the care of the palliative team at NHH. This incredible team of nurses, along with Dr Mulé, provided kind, thoughtful and compassionate care. We cannot thank them enough for their support. Alan was always in very good hands from the day he arrived. A lot of Alan’s life centered around music, and in the last months the radio was a constant companion. “To reminisce with my old friends, a chance to share some memories, and play our songs again.” Ricky Nelson. Alan left us while the radio played. Visitation to be held at MacCoubrey Funeral Home, 30 King St. E. in Cobourg on Monday, June 24th from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A Funeral Service will be held at St. George’s Anglican Church in Grafton on Tuesday, June 25th at 1 pm with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to either the Gord Downie Fund for Brain Cancer Research at Sunnybrook Hospital or the Palliative Ward at Northumberland Hills Hospital are appreciated. Condolences received at www.MacCoubrey.com.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Gord Downie Fund for Brain Cancer Research-Sunnybrook Foundation
Alan used to come to my store for music lessons , he was a great guy and I could always count on him for a friendly smile and greeting and good conversation. So sorry.George Lee
We just found out about Alan’s passing and would like to give you our sincere condolences. May your many memories help ease your pain.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Palliative Care
We are so sorry to hear of Alan's passing. We last saw him at a singing event in Vernonville where our daughter was singing. We had a lovely visit.
Francis and I wish to extend our sincere sympathy on the passing of Alan. To all his family our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Bates family:Al certainly was a very patient kind person as a patient. Always pleasant despite his illness. He will be at peace now and am sure that there will be music where ever he is.Volunteer Marg
Hi. Kevin & Jeff will remember me, not sure about your sisters. I want to express my most sincere condolences to you all in the loss of your beloved Al.Al was a sweetheart. A true gentleman. Some years ago, I would often see Al at the YMCA, he would come into the conditioning centre where I was working out, and stop to chat. He always had a smile on his and a story to tell. We would carry on sometimes for almost half an hour or until someone gave us the look, meaning take your chat elsewhere and let me use that machine...lol. I always looked forward to seeing him. He made me laugh.I can only imagine how tough these last few months have been for you all. Take care of each other, and know he rests in peace. Joyce
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.Paul & Janice Hall
So sorry to here about Al, he was always such a nice guy, my thoughts and prayers are with your family at this most difficult time.
Al helped me coach 'kids' hockey years ago. He was fantastic with the 'kids'; always patient, encouraging, and helpful and always with a smile and a laugh. The 'kids' loved him. He was a client but more importantly, a friend. He will be missed.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Palliative Care
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Gord Downie Fund for Brain Cancer Research-Sunnybrook Foundation
Jeff, Kevin and families please accept my condolences on the loss of your brother Al. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.Mary Mouse Checkley Ainsworth
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Gord Downie Fund for Brain Cancer Research-Sunnybrook Foundation