Alan struggled for almost a month to overcome the results of an October 5th brain hemorrhage. He died peacefully November 1, 2009 with his dear wife Pam present. He also leaves two much loved children, Peter, aged eleven, and Julia, almost seven. He has predeceased his mother and father, Doris and Dick Creech; his mother-in-law Sheila Tolman (Al); and father-in-law Elmer Thiessen; his sister Jill Charlton (Mark); and brothers Richard (Pauline), Edward (Barbara), and Cameron (Jennifer); brothers-in-law Doug Thiessen (Lori) and Brad Thiessen (Christina) together with many well-loved nieces and nephews. He was born April 9, 1966 in Ottawa, Ontario and attended Carleton University. His love of the outdoors drew him to the University of Victoria when he realised the potential of year round canoeing and camping on Vancouver Island. Subsequently, he gained his MBA at Royal Roads University. He earned a commission with the Canadian Artillery Reserves where he particularly developed his leadership and instruction skills. During his time with the Artillery, he also made close bonds of affection and respect with two best friends, Scott Wisdahl and Troy De Souza. Later, as his son grew, he transferred some of his interest to Scouting leadership. He responded to the Call of the Coast and, amongst other difficult trails along the West Coast forest and beaches, he has completed the West Coast Trail nine times in the past fifteen years, the latest just this past August with his son, his sister, and a nephew from Ottawa. He was generous with affection, drive, and help for his friends, and will be sorely missed. Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 4:30pm at the Bay Street Armoury. Entrance and parking on Field Street. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Scouts Canada (to be used by the 5th JDF Scouts), 2678 Silverstone Way, Victoria, BC V9B 6A6.
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Dear Pam
I am thinking of you in this time of sorrow. May the love of friends and family be a source of comfort to you. I hope you will be strong to return to your feaching in the next while. You are such a wonderful asset.
Al was a life so important to so many.
With deepest sympathy
Pauline East
Dear Pam- Pat and I are so sorry to learn of your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this incredibly difficult time.
Keith Fraser
Pam, Peter, Julia
and the Creech family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We are so very sorry for your loss. Al will be missed for so many reason’s but what stands out most in our minds is what a wonderful father he was, our granddaughter only briefly got to be enveloped in his love and compassion, and he has left lasting memories with her, and all of us.
The school in which Peter and Julia attend has set up a trust fund to help out their family, you can go to any Coast Capital Savings and say the Creech Family trust…I am sure your help would be greatly appreciated at this very difficult time.
Dear Doris and family,
Today I was shown the obituary for your son and felt I must send along Joe’s and my most sincere condolences to you and your family. It is sad when one of our children passes on before we do.
Remember all the good times you shared. I recall that you and Dick took all of your family to Hawaii on your 50th anniversary. That will be a nice memory for you.
Hope you are both well. Joe and I are doing fine.
Sincerely, Jacqueline.
We, too, will miss Al, as will all the people his life touched, at work, in Scouting, everywhere. He certainly brought much energy to life and was an inspiration with his joie de vivre and his caring for others. We are all stronger for having known him.
Our heartfelt condolences to you all, Julia, Peter, Pam and the extended families.
— Ken & Diane, Kyliah, Cameron & Ambrya Clarkson
Dearest Pam:
Uncle Bill and I are deeply sorry for your the loss of your best friend.
Words cannot express our deepest thoughts and sorrows at this time.
We do regret that the families from Vernon, will not be in attendance, but our thoughts and prayers go out to the three of you.
Pam allow the children to be your strength as you have been their strength.
Love and Prayers
Uncle Bill & Aunt Joyce
Michael & Chantele & Austin
Crystal & Dan
Michelle & Nick.
To The Creech Family,
We are so deeply sorry to hear of Alan passing away. Please know that our caring thoughts and heartfelt sympathy are with you all in this difficult time.
Joelle and Dave
Auntie Pam, Peter, Julia
I think about you every day. I pray for you guys constantly and miss uncle Al so much. Even though hes gone you guys do have one special Angel looking down on you every minute of every day. I love and miss you guys and my prayers are with you.
Miss you uncle Al.
Dearest Doris & Dick,
We are utterly shocked & devastated by this news. Words do not convey our heartfelt sadness for your loss. May you find strength and comfort in your faith. Thank you for letting us know of this tragic event. Our prayers are for your entire family.
Lovingly,
Penny & Barbara
Pam, words cannot express the sadness I am feeling right now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during the difficult time.