It is with the utmost respect, I say a few words with regards to Alex. While I may not have known Alex or Ozzy as well as some of you, I have to say that the time we had together was not just a privilege, but it was also my honor. You see, I met these wonderful men through mutual friends in the community and I was twice blessed to have known them both as they were both beautiful. I am so sorry for such loss and although my words my or may not provide comfort, I pray for both the family (their Mom and Dad) and Alex's beautiful wife and kids and offer my deepest condolences for the grief that has come about over the last two years. I really have no simple words to say other than I wish I had brothers like both Ozzy and Alex as I admired and looked up to both of them. I looked forward to seeing them every chance I had and we were able to share laughs and really good times with all our friends and you know who you all are and I love you all. Because of CO VID and that of my own uncertain future, I never found out about Alex until 2021/09/11 while I was at Atlas Pizza (grabbing a pie) and I saw the "remembering Alex" on the wall. I am shocked and in disbelief as NO ONE told me. To be honest, I hardly ever came around anymore because of COVID and because going to the pubs just wasn't the same after Ozzy as that really hurt (still does). To have spent all that time at the hospital everyday with Ozzy and seeing Alex there with his beautiful family, everyday, was so hard, for all of us and to any one who has had the pleasure of being around them. To have recently learned of Alex's passing, well, I am overwhelmed with heartache as I am now without two really good friends and the weight I feel in my soul for their Mom and Dad and their families has left me feeling lost as I am now truly beside myself. My only comfort is knowing that both brothers are with each other as I do believe in God and so I can and do pray that the rest of us will find some peace and rejoice in the memory of such good and decent men that they are and forever will be. May God give us all the strength to live, love and laugh again as we keep our memories of us together forever as that can never die or fade away. Alex was a man of few words, humble pie, and he seemed kind of shy (like me) but once he got to know you, wow, he just blew me away with his wisdom, his kindness and his humbleness as both brothers were like salt of the Earth kind of folks/friends. Knowing that I will never again get to see them in my life here on this earth has put a void in my heart and soul but I/we will carry on as that's what they both would have wanted for me and everyone else who has known them. Alex, like Ozzy were total and complete gentleman: they both had a sense of genuineness that isn't common anymore these days and they brought that kind of love and goodness around with them, everywhere they went in life. My heart is torn because the world has lost such decent and loving brothers/sons/a husband and father that would have given the shirts off their backs for me and everyone else they ever met or knew and the quality of friendship they both provided is unprecedented and unequalled by anyone else I had personally ever met. When I went to sleep last night, I remember how quite the rest of my night was. I remember both men at the places we used to hang out and they drew all the right people and friends to them including myself and I am a very reserved person in my own right but they made me feel welcome and wanted and that is just one reason as to why is has been so hard to deal with this. Alex, I love you, Ozzy, I love you to and I will never forget you both: you and yours will live on in me forever. God Bless your families, your wife and children. I regret not meeting you all earlier on in my life but the times we shared was and were precious and I hold you (all of you) in my hands and my heart. Ozzy, I shook your hands many times and Alex, well, I never had a hug that felt as good as the last time we spoke to each other. I hope and pray that when we meet again, you both will welcome me with the same love I have for all of you. Watch over us and keep us safe as the world needs more of all you in it, now more than ever before. I love you all and thank you so much much for being such good friends. Thank you for allowing me to be yours as the pleasure was mine. I am so sorry I missed your celebration of life but I am comforted knowing that we will be together again someday, until then, I will hold you all close and dear to me and what is left of my heart. Rest in peace.

Hi everyone,

I wanted to share my story about Alex and the impact he had on my life. I first met Alex in Grade 1. Alex was my best friend growing up in elementary school at Holy Cross. When I say my best friend it was because Alex had a lot of best friends, but he was mine. He was the best!! Even at such a young age. When Alex left Holy Cross for St. Martha’s it devastated a lot of us at Holy cross. He was the life of our group. I know you can relate because he was always like that, even at a young age. And that’s what I want you to know about him. Knowing he was at a school my cousins were going to was a way to feel connected to Alex. I would be asking about him, telling my cousin to say hi to him when I would see her on the weekends. I felt a sort of connection knowing he knew I was thinking of him from time to time and to let him know how much I missed him. Reconnecting in High-school at Lacombe was like the best thing ever. I got to meet the Martha’s crew but better yet Alex was going to be there. Man life was great again. Of course after high school like a lot of people we loose that connection. But something that will always carry on with me, was when I was with him alll the time in those younger years, and that I always tried to impress him to gain his friendship and respect. Never worked though! Lol. Sometimes when you are with someone day in and day out you become like that person. Take on the same traits. I took on Alex’s. I wanted to be just as sarcastic and funny as he was. I related to Alex on so many levels, with being the youngest out of three kids and growing up practically as an immigrant. Guys like him made you always feel welcome and that you belonged. Most recently seeing him at a pub we frequented. I think of it as fate to see him that one last time the way he was a month ago. And for that I thank god. I hope you rest in paradise my old friend. Love you always brother.

My condolences go out to everyone effected my Alex’s death. Love you all. Keep safe and stay safe.

Sincerely,

Mike Matti

Our deepest sympathies to all the family especially Cathy and his boys, Christian and Cruz. Such a great neighbour, always made time to chat and catch up. You will be dearly missed.

I knew Alex a long time we most recently reconnected in 2011 and grew closer from that point. His Uncles Coached me playing soccer at a very young age, you will always be loved and forever missed but your mark will forever live on through all you came in contact with. My love and prayers too your family and loved ones.. RIP my friend

I was lucky enough to know Alex for the last 10 years through CAPULC and the Line Locating industry and spending time with him at different industry conferences. He was a great guy and he will be missed. My condolences to his family at this time, my prayers are with you all.

Alex you will be missed your smile and laughter made everyone smile! Our deepest condolences to all of the family! Our prayers are with you!!

Lorne and Jan Barnes

I had the opportunity to watch Alex grow up since he was a kid and then work closely with him at Canadian Locators over the past 15 years. He was well respected by his colleagues and loved by his friends and family. There will be a forever void in our hearts. We will all miss you Alex.

So sorry to hear of the loss of Alex , he was a true gem and a very sweet person. He will be missed greatly ..

Alex was an amazing human being and a fantastic colleague. This is very difficult for us, the loss to the family is unimaginable, we pray for the family to have strength to bear this very tragic loss.

So sorry to hear about the tragic loss. I had the opportunity to work with Alex at CLI and he was the best colleague to work with. Alex was such a wonderful human being, always ready to help others. He always provided a positive example for everyone around him. Hope he rests in eternal peace. May god give strength to your family to bear this irreparable loss.

My sincere condolences. This is very sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May the love of God, Our Father, and Jesus Christ, Our Lord, comfort you and give you grace during this time.

We are so sorry about this. Can not imagine how devastating this must be for your family.