Condolence: A year has gone by so quickly but my memories of Al and Vera will not be forgotten. Their influence in our lives remain. Al set the example for each of us in how we should treat each other. His kindness, friendliness, faith and sense of humour were the qualities that made him special. Of course he was also a very talented golfer which added to his fame! We were all blessed to have known Al.

Condolence: Dear Mark & your family, With sincere & tremendous sadness we send our thoughts to you on the passing of one of our favourite gentleman in town. Al was a delight! His dedication to Heart & Stroke each year was indeed stoic & respected. Over the years his annual Heart & Stoke visits & our telephone chats brought us closer. We felt his loneliness in Feb. with the long cold winter season after the loss of your mother & his darling Vera. There will always be a special place in our heart for Al. Peter & Sue Chapman

Condolence: Please accept my sincere condolences. I had the pleasure of meeting Al in August 2015 when my father Arnold Reid passed away. Al was delightful as he shared many golfing memories that he and my dad had together when they were just kids. I learned a great deal and still smile at some of the crazy stories. I really did appreciated everything he shared and I know he was an important person in my father's life.

Condolence: I was a cleaner with Across Niagara and Alan was a client of mine. Al was a lovely man - was always happy to see me and I really enjoyed our visits.

Condolence: Mark and family, We are so sad to hear about the passing of your dad. He was truly one of a kind. Your parents were neighbours on Gate to my Mom for over 30 years. The number of times we enjoyed talking to your dad, and told him he was working too hard fixing the fence, cutting the grass and/or working in the garden and his response would be "when are you guys going to retire?" Allans work ethic certainly rubbed off on us. Our family will always remember your parents helping our Mom on so many occasions. Their kindness and concern was never forgotten. We both would have liked to have been there this weekend, but unfortunately we have another commitment. Take care and we'll be thinking of you on Saturday.

Condolence: Sincere condolences to Mark and family on your loss. It was an honour and privilege to have known Al and he will be deeply missed. His accomplishments in golf were legendary as were his contributions to the community; in particular, his tireless efforts on behalf of the Heart & Stroke Foundation. His was a life of honour, grace and dignity; A life very well lived. Rosalie and Bob Cheriton

Condolence: Dear Mark and Family, Sincere condolences on the loss of your father. He was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. We enjoyed his company on many occasions and also have fond memories of your mother Vera. May he rest in eternal peace.

Condolence: Mark, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family in your bereavement. Al was a true gentleman. I was always thrilled whenever I got to the golf club and was told "You're golfing with Al Derbyshire today!" Pattie and Alan Robb

Condolence: As you deal with this most unpleasant of life’s facts, our thoughts are with you, Mark. Although saddened by his passing, we recognize that our lives are fuller for having known him; He features in many of our best memories of the Club. His inclusive friendliness made everyone, especially new members, feel welcome; His easy-going charm and classy, self-effacing observations on his myriad accomplishments endeared him to all. In a sense he was the heart of the NOTL Golf Club. He was certainly its finest Ambassador and will remain with you, as a Club legend. Elsie and Larry Larose

Condolence: One of the finest people I have ever known. A great encourager. I will miss him terribly. A sad day for all of NOTL Jim Caldwell

Condolence: Our deepest sympathy is extended to Mark and his family on the passing of Al,a true gentleman and a man of honour and integrity. Al and Vera were role models for the community in so many ways. We will miss the "morning coffees" we shared with Al and the ensuing discussions and laughter. Ginny & Herman

Condolence: Once in a lifetime we may be lucky enough to be a small part of such a wonderful man's life. We will miss your regular visits to the office and life will not be the same without you. It was our honour to know you. Our sincere condolences to Mark and his family. God Bless.

Condolence: Diane and I want to send our deepest condolences to Mark and Al's family. We will never forget how welcoming Al and Vera were to us when we moved to NOTL from Nova Scotia in 2009. We met Al and Vera when we joined Grace United Church. I was always impressed with Al's service in WW II. Even to the last, Al always had a firm handshake and a warm smile when we met. We felt honored to be one of Al's friends.

Condolence: Al was a wonderful friend both on the golf course and across the bridge table. In all the years we knew him I never saw him angry at anyone although a few times his driver and putter felt his displeasure. From when I first met him at the bridge club his first question after shaking hands was "do you play golf?" What a guy, he will certainly be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. Mark and family please accept our heartfelt condolences at your loss. Bill and Moira

Condolence: My condolences to Alan Derbyshire's family. My late wife Ruth and I knew Alan and Vera through Grace United Church and the NOTL Golf Club, where Al was a fixture and a pleasure to chat with. His remembrances of time spent in WWII were both significant and always told with a very human touch. May he rest in peace.

Condolence: Sending our deepest condolences to the family on the loss of their patriarch. Al was such an engaging person, never complained, a true gentleman, a veteran who always participated in the Old Town's remembrance day service, annually collected for the Heart & Stroke Association (right up to the day before his passing), a long time member of Grace United Church and a stalwart of the community. He will be truly missed. R.I.P.

Condolence: Al Derbyshire was an extraordinary gentleman and an exceptionally kind man. He was remarkable in so many ways. I am very thankful that I had the opportunity to meet Al and to share wonderful times with him and Vera. Ted and I will miss Al, but know he is now at peace with his beloved Vera. With deepest sympathy, Rev. Laura Borgerson and Rev. Ted Power.

Condolence: I had the pleasure and the honour of playing golf with Al a number of times since we moved to NOTL. What a golfer;what a gentleman;what a great human being. The Town and the Golf Club have been blessed by his presence . He will truly be missed. My condolences to Mark and his family for this great loss.

Condolence: Deepest Sympathy in the loss of your father Al. He was certainly a true gentleman, he and your Mothet were both wonderful people. Working at the hospital I say both of your parents frequently. They leave many memories behind.

Condolence: I was so hoping to see Al walking on the golf course this year. I saw him a few weeks ago and he was looking fantastic. As usual we had a lovely conversation. I couldn’t help but sense that he was feeling alone in the house especially in the evenings. It just wasn’t the same anymore. It was such a pleasure to see Al’s lovely smiling face during the vignette at the movies a few weeks ago. He will well and truly be missed by so many people. I know you are so proud of both your parents Mark and will miss them both. I am so sorry for your loss.

Condolence: Shortly after moving to NOTL I had the privilege of playing golf with Al at WOOFs. Learning we had come from London, Al related a great little story about how, when he was posted in England during WW2 and had some free time one day, he wandered over to the local golf club. He chatted up the pro, who loaned Al his own set of clubs and let him play the course. Great golfer, great gentleman. We will all miss him.

Condolence: Al was simply precious to everyone he met. He sort of adopted me in 1999 when I moved into NOTL and went to the golf course for my first round. He asked if I was looking for a game and invited me to play in his 3 some - I think Jimmy Brown was also with him. He did not ask where I lived or where I was from or what I did for a living or what my handicap was. It only took a few holes for me to discover that he was special. After the round he took me into the pro shop to meet the staff and I joined the club. He was like the great golf teacher Harvey Penick who said "if you play golf you are my friend" It wasn't too long after that day that Marlene and I were sitting behind him and Vera as members of the Grace United Church and he was taking us around introducing us to the congregation. Al was the epitome of a Community Legend. Marlene and I would like to send our deepest sympathy to Mark and family and all of Al's many friends

Condolence: Mark/Shannon/the BOYS...What a wonderful father for your whole family..The name will never be forgotten through-out Niagara ..A Legend in Golf..A Pillar for the OLD TOWN! achievments of all kinds in his Life......NOTL GOLF WOOFER forever.SYMPATHY/PRAYERS to the family ...BILL KAT

Condolence: Al was a unique and special person. Talented, kind, friendly and humble are just some of the words to describe him. Al was always encouraging and had a great sense of humour which we will all miss. Al was a legend at the Golf Club and truly a pillar of the town. It has been a blessing to have known Al and my condolences to Mark, Shannon and the boys. I will miss him but I will always have wonderful memories of both Al and Vera.

Condolence: We would like to send our condolences to the family on the loss of such a super man. Incredibly Al left a message on our machine at just after noon on the 14th asking when it would be convenient to drop by and pick the cheque for our annual donation to the Heart & Stroke. So vibrant to the end. R.I.P. Al.

Condolence: Mark: Jill and I are deeply saddened by the loss of your Dad. Al will truly be missed, but his amazing legacy will continue at the NotL Golf Club and through out our community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Shannon and the boys.

Condolence: Sending our deepest sympathy to Mark, Shannon and the boys at this sad time. We are thinking of you. Al will always be one of this town's treasures.

Condolence: Lisa and I moved to Niagara on the Lake a few years ago and have been so fortunate to have had Al and Vera for neighbours. We have both been saddened by their passing, two fantastic, vibrant folks. We'd like to offer our condolences to the family.