We are sad to announce that on November 1, 2023, at the age of 78, Alan Fessenden (Orangeville, Ontario) passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Alan Fessenden to pay them a last tribute.

He is survived by : his wife Ellen Fessenden; his daughters, Sara (Derek) and Debra (Shaun); his grandchildren, Ayla, Mattea, Janae, Patrick, Kathryn and Willy; and his brothers, John (Valerie) and Bob (Doreen). He is also survived by many nephews, nieces and dear friends.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 11th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Dods & McNair Funeral Home & Chapel (21 First St, Orangeville, ON L9W2C8). A reception will be held on Saturday, May 11th 2024 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the same location. A dedication service will be held on Sunday, September 8th 2024 at 2:00 PM at the Dods & McNair Memorial.

In lieu of flowers, consider giving blood as Alan earned a pin and certificate for donating blood over 100 times. Please also consider donating to the local food bank or sponsoring a child in a developing country.

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May 11

Celebration of life

11:00 AM

Dods & McNair Funeral Home & Chapel
21 First St, Orangeville, ON L9W2C8

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Sat

May 11

Reception

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Dods & McNair Funeral Home & Chapel
21 First St, Orangeville, ON L9W2C8

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Sun

Sep 08

Dedication service

2:00 PM

Dods & McNair Memorial

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November 4, 2023

Sharon Turnbull-Schmitt wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Ellen, Sara and Debra and families Please accept our deepest sympathy as you cope with the loss of your husband/dad. I know all of you have treasured memories of special times with Alan. May your faith and courage help you through this difficult time. Hold tight to your memories, they are yours forever. With much love Sharon and Wayne Athena and family”