Born October 9, 1938 in Mimico, Ontario, Al graduated from the University of British Columbia and began a long career with Eaton’s. For over 30 years, Al worked in a variety of positions in Lethbridge, Winnipeg, Vancouver and Calgary. He particularly enjoyed his time in Calgary as General Manager, Southern Alberta.
After Eaton’s, Al’s long term volunteer association with the Better Business Bureau turned into a professional opportunity and he became the Canadian President. At the time of his death he was Board Member Emeritus.
Al loved working and took on consulting roles after retirement, but always made time to golf with his friends and escape the cold for a few months every year with his wife Deb. He was also an avid reader and had a vast knowledge of many things, making him a terrible Trivial Pursuit player. He couldn’t help answering every question, no matter whose turn it was, leading to great hilarity anytime the family played. Al will be remembered for his generous spirit, great advice and (often wicked) sense of humour.
He is survived by his wife Debra Laval, daughters Kim (Doug) and Allison (Dave), son Cameron (Allison), and two grandchildren Rylie and Tayven; as well as other relatives in Ontario and many friends.
A celebration of life will be held in Al’s honor and announced at a later date.
The family would like to sincerely thank all first responders and the staff at Rockyview General Hospital in the ER and ICU.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations being made in Allan’s memory directly to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation, #100, 119 – 14 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 1Z6.
A Celebration of Life will be held in Allan George Searle’s honour on Saturday, September 12, 2015 at The Calgary Petroleum Club, (319 5 Ave SW) at 2:00 p.m.
Al aged 76, passed away suddenly, surrounded by family on Sunday, July 5th, 2015 in Calgary, Alberta.
He will be remembered for his generous spirit, great advice and (often wicked) sense of humour.
He is survived by his wife Debra Laval; daughters, Kim (Doug) and Allison (Dave); son, Cameron (Allison); his three grandchildren Rylie, Tayven and Berch; as well as other relatives in Ontario, and many friends.
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