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Allan Harkness
July 23, 1936 - January 14, 2015
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Born July 23, 1936 in Foam Lake, Saskatchewan and passed away peacefully on January 14, 2015 in Duncan, BC. Allan was predeceased by his parents Leonard and Mary Amanda Harkness, brothers Carl (Lorilie) and Donald. Lovingly remembered by his brother Leonard (Loretta) and their family, Children: Blake, Mary Ann; Grandchildren, Elijah (Ashleigh), Marley, Isaac and Zoey, long time companion Noni as well as many friends.
Allan grew up in Richmond, BC. In 1976 Allan moved to Cobble Hill where he remained until his passing. Allan worked as a Heavy Duty Mechanic for Fining Canada, Harkness Diesel Repair and finally at Camosun College as a Heavy Duty Diesel Instructor. He loved Classic cars particularly his 1957 Chev Nomad taking it to car shows and long road trips with his friends.
The family wishes to give a huge thank you to the staff at Cairnsmore for their care and compassion during Allan’s stay there.
A Celebration of Allan’s Life will be held at Kerry Park Arena, 1035 Shawnigan-Mill Bay Road, Mill Bay, BC on Saturday January 31, 2015 at 1:00 P.M. (weather permitting bring your classic car if you can) Flowers gratefully declined, however, if so desired, a Memorial Remembrance may be made in the form of a donation to Cairnsmore Place, 250 Cairnsmore Street, Duncan, BC V9L 4H2.
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From: H.W. Wallace Cremation and Burial Centre Staff
H.W. Wallace Cremation and Burial Centre Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Ybo Plante
Relation: co-worker
I will always remember Al for his enthusiasm and love of teaching. Also his kindness – there was never a dumb question asked, well actually a lot of them, but Al never hesitated to give his time and share his knowledge. Our thoughts are with Nomi and Al’s family.
Ybo
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
January 31, 2015
Beginning at 1:00pm
Location:
Kery Park Arena
1035 Shawnigan Mill Bay Road
Mill Bay, BC Canada
1035 Shawnigan Mill Bay Road
Mill Bay, BC Canada
Memorial Gifts
The family has not designated a preferred charity at this time.
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