Alison George Abbott, born April 23, 1934, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2026.
Born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Al was predeceased by his parents, Tom and Corona Abbott; his beloved first wife, Gwen; his sister, Anita; his brother, Harry; and his granddaughter, Aydan.
Al leaves behind a loving and devoted family who will cherish his memory: his wife, Judy; his brother Reg and family; his children, Michael (Diane), Susan, Nancy (Bill Patus), and James (Leslie); and his stepchildren, Michelle Voinorosky (Pat) and Shane Voinorosky (Claude). He was a proud grandfather to 16 grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.
Al earned an Engineering degree from the University of Manitoba and later completed his MBA at the University of Western Ontario. He enjoyed a successful career as a Canadian Tire owner/dealer, operating stores in Port Hope, Grimsby, Winnipeg (Isabel and Assiniboia), Winkler, and Nanaimo.
In accordance with Al’s wishes, cremation has taken place.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Victoria Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
A celebration of Al’s life will be held at a future date.
“What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments,
but what is woven into the lives of others.”
~Pericles
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Marie Emery
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Bill Rattray Your presence has made us all better for knowing you. That contagious smile and wonderful whit will be with us forever. Your love for family and friends has meant a lot for so many. On a personal note you’re mentoring gave me strength to move forward.
Thanks Boss!!
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Eric Sellors A true gentleman, Al was a always a pleasure to speak and spend time with, he will be missed.
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Paul Penner Mr. Abbott was a very important part of my early work life and I was impressed with
his kindness and business acumen. “He filled a room” when he was present.
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Doris Banford My deepest sympathies to you and your family.May the memories you have with him bring you comfort. Happy I met him.
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Cathy Kalil My never ending love goes out to you – Sue, Mike, Nancy, Jamie, Judy and the entire family. Uncle Al will be forever in my heart. I have so many wonderful childhood and adulthood memories of the Abbott and Yaromy gatherings and National Lampoon vacations! I will always remember his mischievous smile, sense of humour (his speech to the bride at my wedding), but most importantly his deep love for his family. I’m thinking of you all and sending all my love and hugs to all of you. Cathy ♥️
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Maggie Carr Dear Nancy and family,
I am saddened for the loss of your beloved Dad, Father in law, Grandpa and Great Grandpa. No matter the reason or the time, we are never fully prepared for the loss of a loved one. He will be missed.
Love & huge hugs,
Maggie xo
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Julia Bak My heart hurts for all of you. Sending you all my love ❤️
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Brian Van Gelder So sorry for your loss Abbott family! Our condolences to you all!
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Denise Mckay So sorry to hear about your loss. Sending prayers and condolences to the whole family .
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Steve Shaver Condolences to Mike and the family.
I only met Mike’s dad a handful of times, but he always made it seem like we’d been friends a long time. A man of good humour and intelligence, I’m sure he’ll be missed.
Sincere condolences to Judy and all the Abbott family. Al was a special friend of my late husband, Roger, and a true gentleman.