It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of David Alan Fowler at the Veteran’s wing, Perley Health. A loving husband, father and grandfather, Alan leaves behind his wife of 57 years, Carol (nee Coggan), children, Kathleen (Jesse), Dave (Jasmin) and Jenny (Ross) and grandchildren Gabrielle, David, Tyler, Nolan, Sienna and Leola. Alan also leaves behind his sister, Margaret Elliott (Larry), niece and nephews Erin, Scott and Matthew and grand-niece Eve.
Alan grew up in Millbrook, Ontario. He spent his high school years at Trinity College School Port Hope. While attending Wilfred Laurier University he enrolled in the Canadian Officer Training Program. Upon graduation, he joined the Royal Canadian Regiment (RCR) where he was deployed on the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission in Cyprus. His experience to Cyprus led to a fulfilling 35-year career with the Canadian Armed Forces, which included obtaining his Master’s Degree in Strategic Studies at Royal Military College, Kingston.
Upon his retirement, Alan followed in the family tradition of clothiers and joined the firm of E.R. Fisher Menswear where he was able to satisfy his appreciation for well-tailored men’s apparel and good conversation with interesting clients.
In his health, Alan was an active member of St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Kanata and was involved at both the parish and diocesan level.
Alan enjoyed travelling with his wife and they had many adventures including trips to Russia, Turkey and Italy, often exploring historical military sites along the way.
Family was important to Alan and he enjoyed spending time with them. His yearly holiday to Sandbanks with the entire family was always a much-anticipated trip.
Alan’s family would like to express their thanks and appreciation to the staff at Rideau 1 North, Perley Health for their kind and compassionate care. He will be deeply missed by all those who knew him.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:00am, followed by a Celebration of Life Service and reception in his honour on Friday, November 22, 2024 at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 20 Young Road, Kanata, Ontario, K2L 1W1.
In Alan’s memory, donations may be made to St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Perley Health or Homes for Heroes Foundation.
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Janet Tonks
Moira Green
Sincere condolences to Carol and family. Alan will be greatly missed.
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Jeff Reeves
So sorry for your loss. Al and Carol were our neighbours in Beaverbrook for many years. I miss the many conversations Al and I had, often about cars and history, while I was working on my aging cars in my driveway. A very kind man. Jeff and Sue
Laurie-Ann Copple
I am so sorry to hear of Alan’s passing. He was such a kind man. Carol, you and your family are in my prayers.
Victoria Miller
I am so sorry to hear of Alan’s passing. Alan was such a shining ray of hope for our church. My deepest condolences to Carol and to all the Fowler family. May angels watch over Alan. RIP 🙏
Michael Turnbul
I worked with Alan in Cyprus and enjoyed his company on re-upping with him at St. Paul’s so many years ago!
Anne Baker
My sincere condolences to you and your family, Carol.
So sorry for your loss. May God give you strength at this most difficult time.