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ALAN ROBERT HOBAN (CD)
Born: Jul 02, 1931
Date of Passing: Nov 26, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryALAN ROBERT HOBAN (CD) Passed peacefully on November 26, 2013 at Lady Minto Hospital. Born July 2, 1931 in Beausejour, Manitoba. Alan worked for over 35 years with the Manitoba Liquor Commission before retiring to Salt Spring Island in 1987. Survived by his wife Lena, of 57 years, sons Grant (Arlene) and Robert (Lisa), and two grandchildren Jennifer and Michael as well as many nieces, nephews and their children. Alan was very active in his retirement years. He served as a member of the Ganges Coast Guard Auxiliary for 15 years and was also a member of the Salt Spring Island Yacht Club. More recently, and with great joy, he drove a rugged old Caterpillar rock truck at Channel Ridge and took pride in never tipping it over! Alan was very proud of his service with the Sea Cadet organization starting in Manitoba and then moving on to be an Officer at HMCS Quadra in Comox and the Commanding Officer of R.C.S.C.C. Admiral Budge in Sidney. He wore his Navy ring with pride and treasured his Canadian Service Medal (CD). Dad first fell in love with Salt Spring while on a training cruise to Ganges and moved here with Lena to enjoy the Salt Spring lifestyle. The family would like to express their appreciation for all the care from Dr. Reznik and the staff of the Lady Minto Hospital as well as his friends, family members and good neighbours who came to visit him in recent days. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Lady Minto Hospital.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 30, 2013
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Though we lost touch, I have many fond memories of Alan and Lena's home in Manitoba from when I was a little girl. They were always extremely kind to me. So sorry to hear of his passing, but glad to hear of the all the wonderful accomplishments in his life. My thoughts are with you... Cristy - Posted by: Cristy Hoban Howitt () on: Dec 06, 2013
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Alan was a very good friend. We were so sorry to hear of his death. We have many memories of good times we shared and his friendship through the years. Our thoughts are with Lena, Grant and Robert at this time. Jim and Elaine May - Posted by: Jim and Elaine May (Friend) on: Dec 05, 2013
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Allan was a very honorable man who took pride in mentoring many young Sea Cadets over many years. I have many fond memories, he will be missed. - Posted by: Ted Purvis (Friend) on: Dec 02, 2013
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