ALSTON, William McLean
September 7, 1927 – January 25, 2012
William McLean Alston (Mac) passed away peacefully in the early hours of January 25, 2012 at the age of 84 after a valiant battle with many medical challenges.
He is survived by his beloved wife, friend and caregiver of 58 years Marg Alston; his children, Barb Perin and her fiancé Grant Brandon, Bill and Deborah Alston, Marguerite and Al Dadswell, and Liz and Kevin Blust; many wonderful grandchildren (Ryan, Justin, Amanda, Connor, Jessica, August and Emma); as well as his sister-in-law Patricia Alston. He was predeceased by his younger brother Robert (Bob) Alston.
Mac was a dedicated Husband, Dad and friend to many. He had a passion for golf and in his youth excelled at both Baseball and Basketball. Mac was a respected banker for over forty years. His career, which started in Prince Albert, SK, took him to many places throughout Canada. Anyone who knew Mac will remember his sense of humor, jokes and ability to hit the ‘send’ button on email. He will be missed dearly.
A special thanks to all the nurses and doctors at the Foothills Hospital and the Northland Dialysis unit, they took such great care of him over the years.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to Calgary Health Trust – Hemodialysis, Suite 800, 11012 MacLeod Trail S.E., Calgary, AB T2J 6A5, Telephone: (403)943-0615, www.thetrust.ca .
A Celebration of Mac’s Life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Monday, January 30, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Mac Alston, a tree will be planted at Big Hill Springs Park Cochrane by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH Telephone: (403) 276-2296.
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To Marguerite and your family I am sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I will be thinking of you.
Marg, sorry to hear of Mac’s passing. I so enjoyed working with him and gained immensely from his knowledge. Charlotte and I enjoyed our various social outings with the 2 of you and will always remember your great sense of humour. Duane and Charlotte
Our deepest Sympathy Marg.
Our sincere condolences go out to all of the Alston family. We are all blessed with our memories of Mac with his tremendous spirit and wonderful sense of humour.
Sorry to hear about your loss. You Dad sounded like a wonderful man and I remember you telling me stories about him. Sue & Gord – Stony Plain, Alberta
Our sincere condolences to Bill and the family
Neil & Ina Thurber
I extend my sincere condolences to you,Marg, and all your family and to the Alston family as well.
Our sincerest condolences to Mac’s wife, Marg,and all the family. Mac will be dearly missed.
Art, Rose and family
My sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Marg and family on the passing of Mac. He is smiling on you all!
Please accept our most sincere condolences on the passing of “Mac” Alston. We have many fond memories of the times we spent with Mac at Wellington Community League. Our prayers are with you.
I worked with Mac at CIBC, Oil & Gas Division, in downtown Calgary for a number of years. He was such a nice, pleasant, down to earth man of integrity. My prayers are with the family at this time. I suggest reading ‘The Weaver’ poem on-line at this time.