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Allan Fraser Reid
REID, Allan Fraser born on March 22, 1951 in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan. After his battle with Frontotemporal Dementia, Al passed away on April 9, 2021 with his partner Leila Elder by his side. Al is predeceased by his wife, Joe-Anne (Clermont) in 1999, his parents Elvin and Gladys Reid and his older brother Harold Reid. Al is survived by partner Leila Elder, his three daughters Julie (Jamie) Henrikson, Lisa (Mark) Blerot and Colleen (Wacey) Mielke, grandchildren: Hayley Henrikson, Dez Henrikson, Kohl Henrikson, Mason Blerot, Elia Blerot, Tylan Mielke, Kaydence Mielke, and Draesyn Mielke. Al will also be missed by Leila’s daughters Carla (Tyler) Danielson, Corry Elder and grandchildren: Dylan Auchstaetter, Parker Auchstaetter, Brody Auchstaetter, Natalie Danielson, Leah Danielson, and Holly Danielson.
Al was born and raised in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan where he worked, raised his family and was a dedicated hockey fan of the Assiniboia Rebels. He attended SAIT-Saskatchewan Applied Institute of Technology in Moose Jaw for Carpentry. Al worked with North American Lumber then moved to The Department of Highways where he worked till his retirement in 2006. Al also spent years working with Civic Centre managing the concession and could often be found sitting in his spot in the stands. Al had a strong work ethic, which he instilled in his daughters, and did many side jobs like insulating, building fences and roofing to support his family. Al was inlvolved in helping to get Ringette started in Assiniboia including coaching and refereeing.
In his retirement, Al enjoyed travelling with Leila and they went on many adventures. He was a sports fan watching Blue Jay’s baseball, Rough Rider football and Boston Bruins was his hockey draft team. Al spent time with friends on coffee row keeping up on the latest happenings in Assiniboia.
A Private Family Celebration of Al’s Life will be held July 23, 2021 at 2:30 pm at Mount Hope Cemetery, Assiniboia, SK. Flowers are gratefully declined. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Al’s name may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association 919B Albert Street, Regina, Saskatchewan S4R 2P6. Condolences and pictures for the family at www.rossfuneralservice.com. Arrangements entrusted to Ross Funeral Service, Assiniboia, SK.
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