Passed away peacefully at home with his family at his side, on July 14, 2008 in his 61st year. Alan is now with the Lord after a valiant battle with cancer. Alan will be greatly missed by his wife Caroline and his loving children David (Tory Westbrook) and Danielle. Lovingly remembered by his parents W.A. (Al) and Agnes (Daisy) Laing of Thornbury and Caroline’s parents Marcel and Georgette DuPlessis of Quebec. Greatly missed by his sister Faye Young (David) and his brothers Bill (Diane) and Jim. Fondly remembered by his niece Katie and nephews James and Joe. Alan retired as an Air Canada Captain after a long aviation career and was extensively involved in the betterment of community organizations and the Air Cadet Program. Friends will be received at the Graham A. Giddy Funeral Home & Chapel, 280 St. David St. South in Fergus, on July 17th from 2-4 & 7-9pm. Funeral Service will be conducted at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 325 St. George St. West in Fergus, on July 18th at 1:00pm. Memorial Donations can be directed to the Air Cadet League of Canada, cards available at the Funeral Home (519) 843-3100. www.grahamgiddyfh.com