"It was with much sadness and a sense of loss that the ninety members of the Mapleton Men's Shed learnt of Alan's passing away.
Al was a most popular member who other than being a skilled tradesman and mentor also had wonderful personal attributes of kindness, welcoming to one and all, always ready to hear someone's story and a wicked sense of humour.
Although not much older than me, I always thought of Al as cutting a father like figure at the Shed and is someone whose wisdom that I have personally sought on a few occasions.
The members of the Shed extend their deepest sympathy to Margaret and all the other members of the family.
Sincerely
John Brady
President"