Alexander Didow Obituary in Grande Prairie at Oliver's Funeral Home & Crematorium

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Alexander Didow

February 26, 1932 - November 01, 2017

Obituary For Alexander Didow

Alex Didow, resident of Grande Cache, AB, formerly of Rycroft, AB, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2017, at Grande Cache Community Health Complex, at the age of 85 years.

Alex was born February 26, 1932 in Rycroft, AB., where he was raised.

In 1970, Alex moved to Grande Cache, where he owned and operated Chalet Foods for 45 years.

Chalet Foods was his life. Alex had a love for hockey and played for the Spirit River Rangers (1950-1960) and many other teams. He was a huge fan of the Edmonton Oilers. Being a family man, he coached his five boys through Minor Hockey. He also enjoyed gardening, yard work, playing cards and poker.

He will be sadly missed by his wife Dorothy Didow; children: Ron, Greg (Gail Dupuis), Mark, Duane (Krista), and Phillip (Jodie); grandchildren: Sarah Didow (Dan Kickbush), Robyn (Nick) Stubbs, Scott Didow, Samantha (Scott) Stad, Bret Didow and Mya Didow; great-grandchildren: Will and Dane Kickbush, Jordan, Hannah and Nolan Stubbs, Kayden and Brinley Stad; as well as sisters Vera Brown and Olga McNaughton.

Alex was predeceased by his parents George and Helen Didow, and 7 half-brothers and sisters.

Vigil Prayers will be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2017, at 7:00pm, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Grande Cache, AB (10734 Shand Ave).

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, November 8, 2017, at 1:00pm, at Holy Cross Catholic Church.

Memorial donations may be made to Grande Cache Community Health Complex (10200 Shand Ave Grande Cache, AB, T0E 0Y0)

Services

7 Nov

Prayer Service

19:00 PM

Holy Cross Catholic Church 10734 Shand Ave., Grande Cache, Alberta , Get Directions »

8 Nov

Interment

Grande Cache Cemetery , Get Directions »

8 Nov

Funeral Service

13:00 PM

Holy Cross Catholic Church , Get Directions »

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June 24, 2021

Blake Terry

though I have not lived in Grande Cache for many years I still miss all the people I got to know there. The community lost a good person, Alex's will be missed. take care and y prayers are with you.
June 24, 2021

Babuik Joyce and Bob

Sad to hear of Alexâ??s passing. We have many memories of Alex and Dorothy and family when you lived in Rycroft. Our condolences to all your family including Olga and Vera. Joyce and Bob Babuik
June 24, 2021

Carby Bill and Pat

So sorry to hear about Alex. So many fond hockey memories. Take care.
June 24, 2021

Perritt Jean

Dear Dorothy and family. I was so sorry to hear of Alexâ?? passing. It seems like yesterday that we were at your place in Rycroft looking after your kids. Brother Allen said he made 5$ one New Years Eve at your place! Perhaps Iâ??ll see you at a Rycroft reunion sometime in the near future. I hope youâ??re well. Sincerely, Jean Perritt. I am the younger of the Didow twins.
June 24, 2021

Lazoruk Colleen

Shari & Colleen Lazoruk are sending condolences.
June 24, 2021

Lazoruk Barry

With deepest sympathy THE LAZORUK'S in Rycroft
June 24, 2021

Taylor Lori

On behalf of everyone at Withers, we send our deepest condolences to you and your family, on the loss of your father. Know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time.
June 24, 2021

Sandul Noreen

M deepest condolences for your great loss. Cherish all the great memories that you have had over the years. Prayers and hugs😥🙏🏼

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