SAUNDERS Alan Orr (Al), passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 19, 2017 in his 75th year, after a lengthy battle with cancer. He enjoyed his last days with extended family members and friends.
He was born August 11, 1942 in Toronto, Ontario, the son of the late Helen (Orr) and Vernon Saunders.
He graduated from Queen’s University in the Civil Engineering program. He worked on many project throughout Ontario and Quebec for various construction companies before partnering in Drillco Foundations LTD. In 1972 he moved his family to a working farm in East Garafraxa. As a child he loved to be connected with the earth, a passion he pursued throughout his life. He was an integral part of many communities, both professional and personal and made lasting contributions to many lives.

Alan is survived by his daughters: Kimberley, Nicole (Robert) and Penny; as well as his granddaughters: Samantha (Jesse), Victoria, Jody and Abagail; and by his brother: Robert (Maryanne) and family. He will be deeply missed by the Littles: Gail, Kevin (Heather), Brian (Erin), Mark, and all those who think of him as Grumps.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 3, 2017 from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. on his farm. Please feel free to drop by to share your memories and final wishes. Light refreshments will be offered. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to a charity of your choice or a donkey sanctuary.

A tree will be planted in memory of Alan in the Dods & McNair Memorial Forest at the Island Lake Conservation Area, Orangeville. A dedication service will be held on Sunday, September 10, 2017 at 2:30 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.dodsandmcnair.com