Ralston Stewart Alexander passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, at Royal Jubilee Hospital on Saturday, June 29th, 2024
Ralston was born in Toronto, Ontario on September 3, 1944.
Predeceased by Karen Diane Alexander his loving wife of 49 years.
Lovingly remembered by his daughter, Kristen Doran, his son, John Alexander, his son in law, Simon Doran, his grandchildren Rory and Katie Doran, his sisters and brothers in law, Joan and Joe Chacko, Daphne and Robert Bickford, and Ann and Dave Gilliland and his nieces and nephews.
Ralston S. Alexander leaves behind a significant legacy both personally and professionally. He enjoyed a rich family life with his wife, 2 children and 2 grandchildren with whom he spent many special moments which will be forever cherished.
Professionally, he contributed to the field of law through a lifetime of committed and passionate work. Over his 50+ years on the Bar, he has had a significant impact on his clients, his colleagues at Cook Roberts LLP and his previous firms, Alexander Greene Delsey, Achtem Alexander & Pearlman Lindholm. He was consistently driven to volunteer his time for Legal Aid, the Victoria Police Board, and Presidencies at the United Way and the BC Law Society, amongst others.
He also enjoyed countless hours and laughs on the golf course, with his very good friends and partner in his later life, Joyce Russell, who brought much love and joy to his life.
He will be remembered for a legendary wit, and often, for being the funniest guy in the room. He was curious and wanted to see as much of the world as possible, and also eat all of the food found throughout! He will be immensely missed by all those he impacted over a long life, one that he truly relished living.
A United Church service will be held in the Sanctuary of the First Metropolitan Church at 932 Balmoral Road, Victoria, BC, V8T 1A8 on Saturday, August 10th at 1pm.
A Celebration of Ralston S. Alexander’s Life and reception will be held at the Uplands Golf Course, 3300 Cadboro Bay Rd, Victoria, BC V8R 5K5 on Saturday, August 10th at 3pm.
Flowers gratefully declined.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ralston S. Alexander, KC Memorial Fund for a bursary to support UVic Law students in financial need.
https://extrweb.uvic.ca/donate-online/ralston-s.-alexander-memorial
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25 Responses
Beloved Ralston!
Like everyone who has shared their memories of him, I have nothing but the best in every capacity I knew him – from Downtown Victoria to being his client. I now live in Halifax and was thinking of him this evening and thought I must give him a call…alas, a little too late.
I see your smile, Ralston!
God loves you and so do I,
Ken
To Ralston’s Family
I’m very sad to only just find out about Ralston’s passing.
I so appreciate all he did in his capacity as the best lawyer but also enjoyed his friendship. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Lynda Spikerman
Alexander family
I just learned of Ralston’s passing. It saddened me greatly. Ralston was an extraordinary lawyer and a perfect Bencher and President of the Law Society. Ralston will be missed by all who had the fortune to know him.
My condolences to all of Ralston’s family and friends. Working with Ralston on projects at the Law Society of B.C was a remarkable honour and education. His timely thought leadership and eloquence on many important provincial and national issues deserves lasting recognition. He is not and will not be forgotten.R.I.P.
I enjoyed dealing with Ralston professionally, and appreciated his wit and humour. Great times were shared at the Lawyer/CA golf tournaments.