ALEXANDER JOHN POPP (ALEX)

Condolences & Memories (11 entries)

• Dear Lil, Debbie & Duncan, David & Teresa, Murray & Alvina, as well as other family members: No one can experience this sadness as you do, as your feelings are unique/personal to you. But if you need comfort and some help to see you through, know how much you are cared for by everyone who is thinking of you. Al was pretty special!! On a personal note, I would like to think my mother and Al are practicing their yodelling and harmonicas. You are all in my prayers. Lois Casper - Posted by: Lois Casper (Family) on: Nov 28, 2019

• Sincere condolences to Lily and family. I got to know Alex through the Parkinson exercise group, and got to know him better when we started a Drum Circle for Parkinson's people. We often met in Alex's basement, followed by tea & baking and conversation. Alex was a kind and gentle man, and Lily was a gracious hostess. He lived a good life, and left many good memories. He will truly be missed. - Posted by: Doug Jentsch (A Parkinson friend) on: Nov 27, 2019

• Al was a very special person. He loved everyone he met, and told them so. You always felt wanted and appreciated when you were around Al. He and Lil have done so much for Prince of Peace Church. He was instrumental in starting many groups, either for fundraising, or for fellowship. The Perogy makers was my favorite group. Al & Lil kept that going for so many years. The fellowship that was shared during that time brought everyone closer together. Even though it was a lot of hard work, especially for Lil, we all enjoyed our time together and were able to fundraise to purchases needed things for our Church. Al changed the life of one person in particular, Thierry. Al spent so much time communicating with him while Thierry was waiting in a Refugee camp. Al was his lifeline and helped make it possible for Thierry to come to Canada, where he now lives and has a family. Al cared about people and showed it. He was a very special man indeed. He will be in my heart forever. - Posted by: Liz Chammartin (friend) on: Nov 27, 2019

• David and Teresa, Sorry to hear about the Loss of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family. - Posted by: Tim & Gloria Gordienko (Friends) (friends) on: Nov 26, 2019

• We are saddened to hear the passing of a kind and loving friend, Al Popp. He had always welcomed us without reservation, brightened our days with his jokes, shared the beauty of God’s love and music through his harmonica. We remember how beautiful it was when he played the harmonica during our son’s Cris baptism and gave Ryan a brand new harmonica to play. As much as we are very sad to hear his passing, we know he is now in Heaven, free from suffering, rejoicing and reigning with Jesus. He will be so sorely missed as we remember him in our hearts. Lily, Gary, Ryan and Cris Mallard, Elie, MB - Posted by: Lily, Gary, Ryan and Cris Mallard (Friends) on: Nov 25, 2019

• Rene cut Alex's hair for about 40 years at Cottonwood Barbershop. Alex was such a great person. I, Lorraine, got to know Alex really well when he had to make appointments when Rene cut hair at our house. I loved to talk to Alex, such a great man. Sorry for your loss. He will be very much missed. - Posted by: Rene & Lorraine Hebert (Barber & barbers wife Lorraine) on: Nov 25, 2019

• Lil and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We often reflect on the help and guidance that Alex provided during our career with CP Rail. His caring attitude will be remembered by all those that worked with him. Sincerely, Dennis and Betty - Posted by: Dennis and Betty Cutt (Friend) on: Nov 25, 2019

• It is with great sadness and at the same time joy of hearing that Al passed. Sadness that his family and friends will be grieving but then happiness as he ran a good race and was greeted with the words “my good and faithful servant“. We met the Popp’s when my daughter and I moved to Winnipeg. Al, my wife and I sang in the church choir at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. Thank you Al for all you have provided. The Lord blessed you. - Posted by: Greg & Penny Grout (Friends) on: Nov 24, 2019

• Although Al is in reality a cousin through marriage I will fondly remember him as Uncle Al. Even though there was a 25 year age difference between us, when I was young I always looked forward to seeing Uncle Al. Uncle Al would speak with us as kids, joke with us, and also have the odd magic trick to show us. I always remembered a card trick he would do but as a true magician he never divulged the secret. When I got older and had kids of my own I had figured it out and was able to perform it for them. Everytime I would do this trick and see the look of amazement on their faces I would think of Uncle Al. You will be missed Uncle Al. - Posted by: Chris Kasper (Cousin-in-law) on: Nov 24, 2019

• I was saddened by the announcement of the death of Alex Pop, who was for me a friend, and a grandparent. My thoughts remain the same with the whole family during this painful moment of life. I praise the Lord that Alex is in heaven! and may his soul rest in peace.   - Posted by: Thierry Tshiswaka (Friend) on: Nov 23, 2019

• Our deepest sympathy Lily, David, Debbie and families. You are in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Bert and Joey Simpson (friends) on: Nov 23, 2019