On May 16, 2022, Alfred “Al” Chow; loving husband of Bonita; caring brother of Daniel (Mary Fritch), and Eugene (Linda); proud uncle of: Amy, Bret, Cary, Kelsey, Kevin and Sara; passed away after a battle with cancer.
Al was a passionate retailer employed by SEARS for over 36 years. Following his NAIT graduation, he started as a management trainee at the SEARS Park Plaza store in Edmonton. He accepted challenges and promotions throughout his career until his retirement in 2006 as one of the national managers at SEARS headquarters in Toronto. Through work, he had the opportunity to visit SEARS stores across Canada on a frequent basis, met fellow retailers and maintained contact with many of them even after retirement. Al was a proud Canadian who visited all the provinces and territories and enjoyed the contact he made with other fellow Canadians.
Al and Bonita very much enjoyed travelling and have visited all the continents except for Antarctica. Along the way, they met numerous friendly travellers and kept in contact with many of them, establishing a very wide and diverse social circle.
The family wishes to thank the staff at the Cross Cancer Institute, Alberta Health Services Home Care and the Roozen Family Hospice Centre (Pilgrims Hospice Society) for their compassionate care and supporting service.
At Al’s request, there will be no formal service. In lieu of flowers if anyone wishes, memorial donations may be made in Al’s name to the Cross Cancer Institute or the Roozen Family Hospice Centre (Pilgrims Hospice Society).
Al’s final message: “It is not a sin to live comfortably but it is a sin to not leave the world a better place”.
Bryan Hinkewich says
Rest In Peace , Al. As your final message indicates, you definitely left the world a better place. Will miss you.
Sandra and Dale Heiydt says
We will always remember Al as a good friend, a great man on many levels, and certainly a fun and energetic co-worker for many years! Al truly believed that we are all here to help and support one another; and has therefore left us all with a piece of that thinking. We have this to thank him for, and remember him by!
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Bonita and all of Al’s loved ones. We hope that soon the sweet memories of Al will overcome your loss!!
Tom Campbell says
Condolences, Al you were a stand up guy, our desks at Sears HQB was only steps apart. Safe travels on this your next journey.
Jim Barrett says
I bonded with Al through our years of work relationship but mostly as a great friend and neighbor. Al was an exceptional man who showered everyone with kindness. You will always be remembered my friend.
Dale Mastre says
Our paths crossed several times in our journey at Sears.
Park Plaza seems so long ago but kindness and friendship endures, safe travels Al!
Frances Magliocchi says
I am so sorry for your loss Boni and Al’s family. I worked with Al at Sears and remember his big laugh and big heart. He truly was a very caring person with a great sense of humour. May he Rest In Peace and May God give you Strength Boni.
Scott Marshall says
I very much liked Al as we got to work together numerous times at Sears. I am sad to learn that he has died. My very best wishes to bonnie. Scott Marshall