We Remember

FAIRLEY, Alexander

January 1, 1970 — January 1, 1970

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Alexander Fairley on August 29, 2013, surrounded by the love of family at Three Links Manor. Alex will be sadly missed by his wife Mary; children: Grant Fairley, Donna (Dan) Hikichi, Linda (Larry) Tanaka, Bonnie MacDonald, Betty (Steve) Jong-d’Andrea all from Kelowna and David Fairley of Tuscon, Arizona; grandchildren: Thomas, Kaelee (Nic), Riley (Katlyn), Braeden, Carter, Kelsey (Nick), Lindsey, Samantha, Dylan, Brandon, Devon and Dallas; sister Alice (Bill) Thompson of Montrose; step-brothers: John (Ilene) Bridge of Fruitvale, Roy (Gail) Bridge of Port Alberni and many nieces and nephews. Sadly predeceased by his parents James Fairley of Penticton; Alice Jane Milne of Trail, sister Geraldine Kirk of Rossland, step-mother Annie May Fairley, step-sister Joann Forsyth both of Penticton. Born July 10, 1929 in Merritt, Alex started his lifelong love of the hardware retail business as a teenager; managing, owning and still buying and selling into his late 70’s at the local flea markets. “The other tool guy!” After serving with the Lord Strathcona Horse (R.C.) during the Korean War (recognized for gallantry and outstanding service) he married Mary Margaret Fraser of Duncan, BC on October 9, 1954.

Settling in Vernon after working in Kamloops, Nanaimo and Squamish to raise their family. He was a hardworking, caring and supportive husband, father and grandfather. We will miss his witty remarks, wonderful sense of humour and mischievous smile. We would like to extend our sincere appreciation and gratitude to the staff and volunteers at Three Links Manor for their exceptional care. No service by request. A private family interment. Should family or friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association, 189 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 5Y7.

 

 

For those wishing to send a condolence, photos or share memories, may do so by scrolling down this page to the area called “Share Your Condolences”.

 

Share with Others:

Share on Facebook
Share Via Email

Send Condolences
Canadian Diabetes Association, 189 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 5Y7

 


 


Condolences

Leave a Condolence Message for the Family


» To share your condolence on this page please fill out the requested fields.
» If you have a photo to share, please do so as families appreciate it. To share a photo (please note, just one photo per condolence please), click the 'Choose File' button and select a photo from your computer.
» Once you are done, click the 'Share' button.
» Your email is never published or shared. Your name and email are both required.

NOTE: all messages will go through an administrative process before being posted.

Testimonials

They took care of me like family.

Judith Szabo

Everything was so organized and pertinent to what we needed. Everyone we met was kind, courteous and very helpful during our emotional and challenging time. Thank you so much.

Heather Mayne

They were so prompt on answering any questions and changing things. They were prepared and respected any religious decisions. The process was so seamless and made easy in such a high stress situation.

Tanya Kohar

In the past 2 years Springfield has helped us through the death of my Mother and my Father. Their response and help allowed us to focus on the remaining family rather than worrying about details of the funeral and all the notifications that are required upon a death.

Terry Eldridge

The atmosphere has been nothing but professional during times of grief.  After the passing of my mother, the staff coached me on the next steps and looked after filling in all the government forms that I needed to sign, which took a huge burden off my mind at the time.

Donald McClure

Everyone was so helpful and kind.  There was no pressure.  They provided exactly what we needed.

Diane Greenwood

From the time I called to the completion of all the services, I received compassionate, attentive and professional care.  There was a sense of caring from each staff member.  I was turning over my Mom to their care and I felt very comfortable with everyone.  I felt heard and never felt pushed into any decision.

Katherine Lewis

I have always found the team at Springfield Funeral Home to be VERY caring, kind, considerate and helpful.  I have and will continue to recommend them to anyone who asks which funeral home would I suggest they use.  No other funeral home I have dealt with even comes close to Springfield Funeral Home.

Ethna Tutt

Right at the onset, I was made very comfortable, there was no pressure.  I was made to feel as if I was the only one they had to serve.

Frances Baum

Everything that was arranged for us was perfect.  Our loved one, husband, father, brother was treated with respect.  Thank you for making this difficult time a little more acceptable via your staff’s obvious caring and respect.

Jacquelene Bluschke