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Bain, Alan James Tocher
December 27, 1934 ~ July 20, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we share the peaceful passing of Alan James Tocher Bain, surrounded by his family, on Saturday, July 20th, 2024. He was a loving husband to Audrey (nee Murdoch) for 64 joy-filled years and was the «Best Dad Ever» to his daughters, Heather (Ken Wageman), Sharon (Ben Hengeveld) and Alison (Bruce Peters). He was a beloved Granddad to Samantha Donoghue-Silva (Kevin Silva), Sabrina Donoghue (Matthew Pestano), Jonathan Donoghue, Alan Hengeveld, Charlotte Hengeveld (Cody Roberts), Meghan Peters and Braedon Peters. He was also a Great Granddad to Lucas Kuehn, Logan, Landon and Leo Silva.
Alan was born on the Isle of Wight in England and immigrated to Canada with his family as a young boy. Alan’s father, a Vice President of Air Canada (TCA), moved his family across Canada several times. It was in his boyhood that he learned to enjoy the great outdoors. He graduated from McGill University and worked as a geologist in northern Quebec. After marrying Audrey, Alan started his career as a high school science teacher on the Gaspe coast in Quebec. Later he became Vice Principal and Principal for schools outside of Montreal. Alan moved his family to Ontario in 1970 to open a model «Open Concept» school, Nationview Public. He shared many stories of working with students and staff during his lengthy career.
Alan taught his family to enjoy the great outdoors during hikes, camping trips, snow picnics, and birding. Audrey, a lifelong artist, encouraged Alan to join her in this pursuit thus sparking his passion for painting and drawing. He used his scientific background to create beautiful, realistic depictions of landscapes and other subjects. He and Audrey painted across Canada from coast to coast, often combining family camping trips with opportunities to paint. Alan and Audrey were active members of many art societies and Alan was awarded many distinguished art designations. Their daughters noted, «No matter what the original subject under discussion, all conversations eventually reverted to art». After retirement, Alan continued his artistic pursuits and enjoyed time with his growing family who he taught to enjoy his various pastimes. He wrote and published «The Kimberlite Adventure» a story set in Canada’s north, it’s sequel, and a not-yet-published children’s book about life with his pet crow, Joe.
Alan was a warm, people person who often shared his unique and humorous perspective. He loved playing with grandchildren and trying to persuade them that «Granddad has a beautiful red truck!» He often brought toy planes for his great grandsons to play with at family gatherings. He loved well, was well-loved and set an incredible example for his family to live by.
Funeral Service will be held at Dods & McNair Funeral Home, Chapel & Reception Centre, 21 First St., Orangeville on Friday, July 26, 2024 at 4:00p.m. with visitation from 2:00 p.m. ~ 4:00 p.m. Reception to follow.
A tree will be planted in memory of Alan in the Dods & McNair Memorial Forest at the Island Lake Conservation Area, Orangeville. 22nd Annual Dedication Service will be held on Sunday, September 8, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.dodsandmcnair.com
Saturday July 20th 2024
Décès pour la Ville:Orangeville, Province: Ontario
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