Alan passed away suddenly on August 23, 2021 at RJH in Victoria. He was born May 25,1947 in Glasgow. Predeceased by his sons Alan and Barry; he will be deeply missed by his wife Julia; his daughters Julie (Keith), Brigitte (Jon) and Toni (Steve); 10 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; his 2 brothers and 2 sisters.
As a young boy he moved from Glasgow to Newhaven in the south of England where he finished his schooling and loved being involved in sports like running and boxing. It was here where he raised his 5 children and met the love of his life Julia. In 1996 they immigrated to Canada where they opened Chef on the Run in Sidney, BC. This past June they celebrated 40 wonderful years of marriage together. During this time, they loved to travel the world and spend time with their extensive family. Alan was always known for being sociable, extremely kind and someone who genuinely cared for those around him. A truly legendary man!
A Memorial Service will be held in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at 10:00 am, followed by the burial at Royal Oak Burial Park.
A live stream will also be available on the day for those unable to attend.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89962322490?pwd=S25uT1R5bmNrMlFwV0xLVGxFazJTQT09
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Gillian Williams
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Sean and Laura lee Sending our love from England, truly saddened by Alan’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Family
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Murray & Merlyn Christian Julia & Family
Your loss is shared by us.
We will miss Alan. He was such a wonderful person
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Sandra McKerrow Dear Julia and family.
Devastated to read in the Peninsula Review that your husband Alan died on August 23rd. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
God Bless,
Sandra McKerrow
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Kaylee Al was such an incredible man. He showed everyone around him genuine kindness and love. I’ll always remember his humour, his compassion, and his heartfelt care he always showed. He was inspirational and will be truly missed.
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Lorne McCulloch My heartfelt sympathy is with you Julia. Although I only knew Alan from his having made meal deliveries on several occasions I know he was a wonderful man and I am sorry to know of his passing.
Prayers are with you.
Lorne.
D. Lorne McCulloch
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Chris Bird Sending you all our love and deepest sympathies at this difficult time. Al will be missed by so many, he was one of a kind.
Chris & Freddie xx
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Katy, Tom, Jazz, Lily & Rory Uncle Al a true gent, always genuine, kind and solid in his beliefs. A strong family man, inspirational to others. We will miss seeing Uncle Al, sending all our love and condolences to you all xxxx
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Eileen So sorry to hear the news of Alan’s passing my heart goes out to you and the family at this sad time. A lovely man and a lovely family.
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Michelle Snashel I am so sad to hear the news. We will cherish all the memories & good times we had together, and we are so thankful we got to spend a Christmas with you. You were the best Uncle and you will be missed a lot. We will never forget you.
My heart & thoughts to all the family.Love forever Tom, Michelle & Lara
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Alice Ives Unbelievably sad news to hear of the loss of Alan. We didn’t know him for very long but he certainly made a positive impression on us. We particularly enjoyed his wonderful sense of humour. We are out-of-town for his service and hope to be able to have WIFI in order to view it on line. Our love goes out to all his family.
Bob & Alice Ives
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Yvonne Ripley So sorry to hear of the loss of Alan,
Thinking of you all at this sad time .
Alan was a very special man and will be missed by all that knew him
Love to you all
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Sonia and Gary Sinclair There is no amount of words that will describe the void that Alan has left behind.
A dear friend for 45 years and the best brother in-law for 40 years. Alan brought so much laughter, love and Joy to everyone he met and everyone’s path he crossed.
Alan was a Gentleman, a businessman but first and foremost a family man.
As a Husband, father, Grandfather, great-grandfather, Uncle, Brother and Brother-in-law, Family was everything to him.
A caring and selfless person with a fabulous witty sense of humour that could always see the bright side and bring a smile to your face.
Family, It was his life, his love, his everything.
He was a great friend to so many, touching lives around the world, bringing joy and laughter to everyone he met. Whether it was a brief encounter or lifetime friendship, Alan will be remembered so very fondly by so many.
Gary and I are so proud to call you our friend and brother in-law and will miss you so very much.
We will remember you fondly, cherish our many memories and laugh at the times we all had the pleasure of sharing with you.
Our hearts go out to our sister Julia, the love of Alan’s life and to all the family as we share your loss.Sonia and Gary
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Sofian It is so sad to hear that Uncle Alan has passed away. He was a great man who brightened up the life of everyone who knew him. My deepest condolences as a man of Alan’s caliber will be missed by so many.
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Doug Julia
I was very saddened to learn of Alan’s passing. Always friendly, I liked dealing with him or running into him on the street. With his Northern English sardonic wit and modesty, it was impossible not to enjoy his great stories and anecdotes. I wish I had the chance to spend more time with him.
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Martine Thinking of you all at this moment,
he really truly was a great man, who was respected by many,he will leave a great impression on people, sending you all love at this
Very sad time xxx
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Curtis There aren’t enough words to describe Uncle Al. He truly was an inspiration to many and always a genuine person to everyone. You knew in any talk with him you would get some sort of lesson in life or valuable words of wisdom. Larger than life but very down to earth, Al will leave a massive void in the entire family.
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Jim and Gwen Cutt, Sidney,B.C. Alan’s design and practices have made Chef on the Run a pillar of the Sidney community and a model of excellent customer service. He will be badly, and sadly, missed. We extend to his family and colleagues our deepest sympathy and condolences.
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Pete and Chris Coombs Our deepest condolences to Alan’s family. He was a fantastic neighbour and friend for many years. Greatly missed.
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Julie So very sorry to read about Alan passing so young. He always treated me so kindly.
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Julia Pummell Anna & Julia Pummell
Many memories about Barry told to us from our dad (Jim Pummell). He will be sadly missed by family and friends. Thinking of you all xx
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Sue Bartholomew Sending lots of love to all the family at this sad time. Alan was a lovely man. xx
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Sue Johnson A wonderful man has been lost and will be terribly missed. I will never forget that, every day I went to work Al would greet me with his winning smile. He always had kind words and showed concern for others. I will think of Al and his family often and I am truly saddened for your loss.
Sue Johnson
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Jonny A true legend! Will be missed by so many. Thoughts are with you all. RIP Uncle Al. Love from all us Greveys xxx
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Simon oakes Julia and family, we were saddened to learn about the loss of Alan still young at heart. Selfless, caring, giving and a doer which ran through his children.
He will be sadly missed and my thoughts are with all the family.
We’ve lost a great man.God bless. Simon, Kirsty, Jarrad, and Grace xxx
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Rose Cresswell My teenage years was so good because you were in it, chips, friends and music. Laughter and family. Never forgotten kindness. Thanks Al
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Hollie Martin Such an amazing man, His happiness was infectious to be around and I have so many good memories with Al. They say friends are the family you choose for yourself and Al as well as Ju and Toni have always been family to me. Al is going to be greatly missed by many and I hope he’s up there with my Grandad having a laugh and drink together.
Ju and Toni – always thinking of you both and sending you lots of love and hugs from across the pond. Love you all lots, Hollie, Greg and Rorie xxxx
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Bob Martin Sending my love to you all. Alan was a good friend of mine and we had many good times together. Rest in peace Alan. Love Bob xxxx
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Penny Williamson My deepest condolences to his entire family at this sad time. May happy memories shine through to honour the time you did have together.
His business, Chef on the Run, has helped so many people over the years.
He will be missed,
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Lisa Dighton My deepest condolences to Julia and family. Alan has been taken far too soon. Love of hugs and support. Lisa
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Barb Denbow Love and heart felt condolences to you Toni and family – I am so sorry for your loss. Reading the words written here by people who knew him well, he is one who will be held close in your hearts and memories of him cherished.
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Mandy Macmillan RIP Alan, another taken. Fly high. I hope you meet up with with your boys xxx xxx xxx
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Jane Marriette My heart goes out to you Toni, and all your family. I am so very sorry for your loss.
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Candace & Annika Such sadness for the loss of a truly kind, genuinely caring man. Sending love during this difficult time
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Johanna and Jan Hubacek Prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Our sincere condolences.
A wonderful man, he will be missed dearly by all.
One of your many customers.
Johanna and Jan Hubacek
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Joanne A. Bootsman I would like to say how deeply sorry I was to read about Alan’s passing. He always brightened my day when he delivered the Chef On The Run meals, and we would give each other the “thumbs up” sign when he left. My heart goes out to Julia and family. Joanne Bootsman, Chemainus.
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Alan & Chris Hall To Julia and family
Our sincerest condolences on the the loss of Alan.
May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Alan and Chris Hall
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Dina Anderson Thinking of you all at this sad time. I loved serving the “Believe it or not” Ripley’s when they dined at the Yacht Club. A lovely cheerful couple with genuine down to earth desire to help others.
As a neighbor, I’m here to help if required – even if it’s just to lend an ear or to pour Julia a glass of wine.
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morag keleny Dear Julia and Julie, I can’t believe I am reading this sad news. I remember years ago when my daughter Meagan worked for you, it was her first job, you all were a great crew and were very good to her. Alan was always happy and welcoming when I came in, he was a great guy. Another one gone too soon. I am so sorry for your loss
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Donna Weetch So sad to hear you’ve passed away. I have fond memories of you. My heart goes out to your family and many friends. May God hold you tightly in his care. Rest in Peace Al xx
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Rachel Byrne Thinking of you all at this really sad time.
Alan was a good man and a great father. Julie and Bridget big hugs to you both .
I am guessing knowing the Alan is now with both Alan and Barry brings a little warmth to you all.Really sad news.
Love Steve, Rachel and family ❤️
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Carl Pryke So sorry for your loss ripleys. Alan was and always will be remembered as a kind generous mans man. He’s now with his sons. Rest in peace my friends
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Astrid Greve and her family. It’s so so sad that a wonderfull man like alan has passed away he will be missed by everyone.
Here in South Wales
Ouer thoughts go out to Julia and all the family we are thinking of you all.
With all ouer love. From Astrid and dafydd and Dana and Gareth and girls and the rest of the family.
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Rod Baker Al was an unusual man: Tough but caring, conservative with money but very generous, hard-working but could relax and have fun, serious about life but had a great sense of humour.
When I emailed our mutual friend, Chris, about Al’s passing, he replied, “A lovely man is no longer with us.”
Can’t think of a better way to describe Alan Ripley!
So sad for his wonderful family.
We all love and miss you, mate!
Rod.
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Dan-O The kindest man with the funniest stories.
A unique ability to make the smallest details funny through raw personality.
Always had a word of kindness and comfort to hand in everyday conversation.
Knew you all my life, and taught me simply what it takes to be a good human.
Will miss you massively, uncle Alan x
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Marylou Wilson So sorry to hear this Julie and family many happy times when you lived in Newhaven, our thoughts are with you all.
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Tony cooper So sorry to here this sad news..I’ve known the girls and the guys who have also been taken away far to soon.alan and Barry.
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Mick wright Rest in peace Allanmick
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Heather bennett née Bird So sorry to hear this. Remember Alan with great affection. He was a lovely man
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Gemma Simpson I am so sad to hear the news that you have gone, you were my favourite uncle and always believed in me, my thoughts and love are with your descendants, and I will think of you with fondness, lots of love Gem xxx
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June Streeter Dear Ju & family
Such sad news. Our thoughts, love & deepest sympathy to all of you.
A lovely family man taken too soon.RIP Alan
Lots of love
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Mandy Ripley I had a wonderful Uncle
One who never grew old
His smile was made of sunshine
And his heart was solid gold
You are always loved and never forgotten.
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Inger and Mike Bird Such a great man and a huge loss to our family
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David Hebden Alan will be very much missed but remembered by me as a fun, kind family man who always made time for the people around him. Alan always made me smile.
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Christian Maslen My deepest condolences on the passing of Alan. I have wonderful memories of the times he came out to Australia with Julia and Toni as a toddler. And also of when I visited the Ripley’s in the UK. I remember Alan as warm, generous, funny, a great sense of humour and wise. He led a full life and the world is a better place because of Alan’s time in it.
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Georgina Deakin Dear My I am so so sorry for the loss of Al I cannot comprehend what you must be going through sweetheart Hang on to the amazing memories you made together and the lovely family you created will keep you strong Much Love Georgia n Sam xx
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Cassie Bell Sending my deepest condolences and my thoughts are with you all x
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Lisa Lurring Dear Ju and Family, I am so sorry to read about the passing of the lovely Alan, I have great memories of you both with mum and dad, mum and dad will have met him at the gates with a drink in their hands for him. May you RIP Alan and have a ball up there reunited with your sons, my love goes out to you all.
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Debra sneddon Doug and I have no words to describe how much we will miss having our lovely Al in our lives. You have always been two of our closet friends and I will never forget Alan being my ‘dad’ for the day and giving me away when Doug and I got married. We have so many special memories and good times with you both.you were the perfect couple and your love for each other inspirational.Sending all of our love to you and the family xxx
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Michael John Hart i first met alan 34years ago i was down and out in them days but alan looked out for me in those days and we became the best of friends and he helped me get out my situation will miss him terribly even now wen i get a bit despondant i always remember what he told me to look forward and not back will miss alan forever tricky micky
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Emmy Secord My sincere condolences to Al’s lovely family. His kindness meant to much to my husband Ross. Al made Ross feel special and treated him with kindness and respect.
It was so much appreciated… we thank him for that!
Emmy Secord
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Dave & MJ So sorry for your loss, Julia & family. Such a fine, fun-loving guy gone far too soon. We’ll miss you Al …
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Ingeborg og Reidar Our deepest compassion and thanks for our meeting i Bergen.
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Jackie Mcintyre small So sorry to hear this a true Newhaven legend Julia lm so sorry
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Nancy Brown-Schembri We will miss our wonderful neighbour and friend. Such a sweet and gentle soul who cared about so many people. Love to Julia and family ❤️ Nancy, Andy and Marissa
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Tracey Nolan Dear Julia, I’m so so sorry to hear this devastating news of Alan’s passing, he was such a lovely man, so kind and always welcoming to me when you lived in Newhaven.
I along with my after Sam send our love to you, Julie, Bridget and Toni at this sad time xlove Tee x
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Amanda Keene Sending you all our love. We will always cherish the memories we have with Alan, he was an incredible man.
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Corrine Laurence I am so sorry for your loss Julia, your dad always told me what a wonderful love you
and Alan had, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Cynthia Funnell Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I’ve heard firsthand about your wonderful relationship. Sending love, Cynthia
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Cory A great man who will be missed dearly. Love you Uncle Al.
So very sorry I couldn’t be there. It was a very moving ceremony. He was a wonderful gentleman… we had some good laughs with you and Alan in our younger days. Thinking of you at this very sad time. My family Samantha, Matthew, Jennya and my granddaughter Ava send our love and condolences to you all.
All our love from Wales xxx