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CAMERON, Albert 'Al' Malcolm

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Died on the 27th day of August at the age of 90. Son of the late Henry and Myrtle Cameron of Thunder Bay. He is survived by his devoted wife Doris with whom he celebrated 66 years of marriage in July, also father to four much loved children, Mary Ellen Luukkonen (Martti) of Sault Ste. Marie, Robert (Sandy) of State College Penn, Grant (Rev. Susan) of London and dear daughter Paula Wilton (Douglas) who died in September, 1997. Also survived by 12 grandchildren of whom he was very proud and 12 precious great-grandchildren. He is also predeceased by his brother Jim and sister Jean and survived by one brother Sandy, all of Thunder Bay. Also survived by his brother-in-law John Fennell (late Marietta) of Bradford and predeceased by his sister-in-law Mary Calhoun (late Stewart). Al served as a Navigator in the Second World War after which he attended Queen’s University. Upon graduating in 1950, he immediately commenced working as a junior engineer at Algoma Steel in the coke ovens, and later as superintendent and general manager, retiring in 1985. After a brief period, he worked as a consultant for 10 years. He had a passionate interest in cameras and the local Militia. His pride was in the 34 Tech Sqn. RCEME where he served as commanding officer and also in the Maintenance Company of the 26 Service Battalion, when he served as the Battalion’s Honourary Lieutenant Colonel for several years. His interest continued with the 49th Field Regiment, where he served on the Regimental Senate for many years. Also, he was a devoted member of the Soo North Rotary Club. Friends may call at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Sunday, August 30th from 12:00 to 3:30 pm. Funeral service will be held at St. Luke’s Cathedral on Monday, August 31st at 1:00 pm. Officiating the Very Rev. James McShane. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Vincent De Paul, St. Luke’s Cathedral or the charity of your choice. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.arthurfuneralhome.com.

At the going down of the sun
And in the morning
We will remember them.

Members of the Royal Canadian Legion are requested to assemble at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Sunday, August 30 at 12:00 noon, for a memorial service for the late Albert Malcolm Cameron.