Buchan, James ‘Allen’, of Champion, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, at the Vulcan Community Health Centre on September 7th, 2016 at the age of 84 years.
Allen was born on February 9th, 1932 to parents Jim and Dorothy Buchan. They lived in Bellevue until moving to Champion in 1942. In 1956, Allen announced his engagement to Elaine Groves. They were married on February 9th, 1957 and spent the next 58 years together.
Allen is survived by his beloved children – Cindy (Murray), Gary (Joanne) and Nancy (Daryl). Also left to mourn is daughter-in-law Lynnette Stauber, a wonderful group of grandkids – Derek, Tanya (Steve), Kyle, Jenna, Kacey, Shelby and Taylor; great grandchildren Kailey and Lily and numerous nieces and nephews. Allen will be dearly missed by sister Janice, brother Don, sister-in-law Barbara Groves and brother-in-law Dale (Diane) Groves. Allen was predeceased by his parents Jim and Dorothy, wife Elaine and son Kevin.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, September 13th, 2016 at 2:00 pm at the Champion Community Hall.
In lieu of flowers, tributes to Allen’s memory can be made to the Champion Cemetery Maintenance Association, Box 99, Champion AB T0L0R0 or the Champion Senior’s Center, Box 88, Champion.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. Email condolences through www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.
Cindy, Gary, Nancy and families,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Brenda (Pasolli) McCredie
Cindy, Gary, Nancy and families,
So sorry to hear of your loss. We hope the memories you have will be your strength. Know you are all in our thoughts.
Sincerely,
Lyle & Eleanor Smith
Our sympathy to the family.
We were so sorry to learn of Al’s passing! He handled our insurance needs, repaired our vehicles, and was a good friend for decades! He and Elaine made such a great team, and I know how her death impacted him. I like to envision them back together again … she with her wonderful flowers and he with his paint spray gun … “Together forever”! Our sympathy to all Allan’s family!