Alexander (Alec) Robinson Anderson
Professor Emeritus – University of Western Ontario
Passed away peacefully at Stratford Rotary Hospice, on Saturday March 5th, 2022, just days from his 95th birthday.
Alec is survived by his loving wife Norah, his four children; Robert (Ruth), Katherine (Peter), Jack, and Eleanor (Marc); Norah’s children; Susan, Jenny (Mike), and David (Kris). Alec predeceased by his wife Irma and her daughter Rowena (Bernie) , while survived by her children David (Lois) and Garth.
He is blessed with 11 grandchildren and 1 great grandson.
With an undergraduate degree from the University of Toronto, Alec achieved a scholarship to Brown University in Rhode Island where he earned his PHD. A position at the University of British Columbia for 9 years was followed by a distinguished career at the University of Western Ontario where he was also served on the University Senate and the Executive of the Faculty Association.
Retiring to Goderich with his beloved Norah, he enjoyed a full life of gardening, playing bridge, golf, and tennis, and taking long hikes on the Maitland Trail. Alec and Norah traveled widely and had many adventures together.
At Alec’s request a private family service will take place at a later date. Expression of Sympathy may be made to either the Stratford Rotary Hospice, or the Huron Hospice at Clinton, both of which cared for Alec with immeasurable kindness.
Shared by Wendy Padfield
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Sheron and David Elder/Gordon
Norah,
We are so sorry to hear that Alex has passed away. We hope that you are able to find comfort in the support of loved ones and friends. We always enjoyed Alex’s cheerful demeanour and wit.
With sympathy from Sheron and David
Murray and Linda Wagg
Alex was a joyful inspiration in our neighbourhood. Always looked forward to his 4 pm stroll with Whitey, his guiding light. Enjoyed our chats on simple joys of life, changes in education, and our many blessings. A true gentleman .
Elma and Rick Kimpel
Dear Norah and the entire Anderson Family, please accept our heartfelt condolences at your very sad loss.
Alec was a valued colleague at The University of Western Ontario, and he continued to be our treasured long-distance friend even after his retirement over thirty years ago.
One cannot think of Alec without mentioning his wonderful relationship with Norah, his lovely and loving wife, and the joy that she and their whole family brought to Alec. It was so reassuring to know that Katherine and Peter were also always there and eager to provide constant care and support. We hope that all the happy memories of family times you shared will bring you comfort and peace.
None of us who knew Alec will every forget his academic excellence, his wry sense of humour, his special love for you, dear Norah, and your huge family. We will always think of all of you with affection, and we are sending more courage and strength at this challenging time.
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With deepest sympathy and big hugs, Elma and Rick Kimpel
Jo-Anne & Keith Homan
Norah
Our deepest condolence for the loss of Alex. Jo-Anne & Keith Homan
Jim Mulhern
Our condolence to Norah and family.
Jim Mulhern
Barb Allen
Deepest sympathies, Norah to you and your family from the Britnells. Dad spoke so fondly of Alex and thoroughly enjoyed their chats at Harbour Hill.
Wendy Padfield
Dear Norah, and family members
As neighbours of Norah and Alex for many years, we developed a great friendship and fondness for both of them.
Through roadside visits, mailbox chats, neighborhood parties, dog walking, etc we have gotten to know them. The positivity, kindness, generosity and love for each other and those in our neighbourhood still shine today.
Alex’s love of Norah, family, gardens, dogs, jokes and Scotch will be never forgotten.
The neigbours of Norah and Alex’s will be planting a tree this spring in our cul de sac in honour of the Anderson name.
Cheers and a toast to our friend Alex.
Paul and Wendy Padfield