Alan Douglas Graham Whitelaw (1 Jun 1944 - 13 Aug 2020)

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Whitelaw – Alan Douglas Graham
Alan passed away peacefully at home on Thursday 13th August 2020 after a short illness, bravely borne.
Devoted husband of Betty, brother of Ian, father to Karl and Kenneth, stepfather to Amanda, Colin and Richard. Father in law to Esther, Aiste, Andrew, Mandie, Laura and Sarah. Sadly missed by grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A long serving and dedicated Brother of the Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes. “Big Al” will be missed by his family, friends, neighbours and all who met the friendly giant.

Karl Whitelaw donated £10 in memory of Alan

Dad, you will be sorely missed. Proud to call you dad and even prouder to be your son. You were my mentor, my hero and also my friend. Till we meet again dad. Love and miss you always

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Mike McMahon wrote

Words could never describe the value of your friendship nor how much you will be missed.

Thanks for the memories, never will I forget you. Rest peacefully my friend.

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Samantha Hill wrote

Alan - always had a cheeky answer for everything, and wouldn't have had him any other way! Always a gentleman. Always had words of wisdom....and always gave you a bear hug! Will be truly missed - Samantha, Chris, Luke, Adam & Katie xx

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Karen Townsend donated £40 in memory of Alan
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Peter Spence donated in memory of Alan

A great friend who will be sorely missed....RIP "Big Al"

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John Brown donated £10 in memory of Alan

Thanks for the memories Big man always remembered never forgotten 😪😪😪

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David Henderson donated £10 in memory of Alan

Deepest condolences to Betty and family from all in Sunderland RIP big man

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BRO Andy Walters KOM wrote

Rest in Eternal Peace Bro Alan may your star brightly shine and may your memories live on. The RAOB has lost a gentleman but the grandlodge above has gained another true brother. To Betty and family please accept the sincerest condolences on your loss from all the Brothers and our families of the East Flintshire and District Province

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Ken Whitelaw posted a picture
Dad... may you rest in peace knowing that all of your family and friends will miss you with fondness and love.  Over the years you have been my great friend, hero, mentor and proud to call you dad.. will miss you more than  words can say.. lots of love

Dad... may you rest in peace knowing that all of your family and friends will miss you with fondness and love. Over the years you have been my great friend, hero, mentor and proud to call you dad.. will miss you more than words can say.. lots of love

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Charlene Fryer wrote

Such sad news. Very lovely genuine man. Rest in peace Alan.

Rest in peace great grandad we love you love Keyla & Harlie xx

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Emma Whitelaw wrote

R.I.P Grandad. We love you so much and so proud to call you our grandad. I hope we make you proud everyday. Lots of love and kisses Leon and Emma-Claire xoxo

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Emma Whitelaw wrote

R.I.P Grandad and Granddad. We love you so much and miss you so much. I hope me and Leon will continue to make you proud. Fly high up there 💔💔💔💔💔💔

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Bill Garner wrote

Our deepest sympathy to the family from the Albert Lodge.
We have lost a brother who was larger than life and made a real difference to our order. He was a friend to many and I know will be missed by all. Rest in peace.

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Rodney Young wrote

Rest in peace Brother Alan .

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Mike Hutchinson wrote

A true gentleman and Brother who will be sorely missed. Rest in peace Sir!

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Rick Lowe wrote

Such sad news, it was a pleasure to have known and worked with Alan over the years RIP

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Mick Wood wrote

RIP Brother Alan, a lovely friend and Brother, you will be sorely missed.

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Paul Taylor wrote

So sorry to hear the sad news. A true and generous friend. You will be missed at our 'Retirees' get togethers but we will raise a glass or two in your honour. Thinking of you Betty and the rest of the family.

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Jed Hillary wrote

Dearest Betty and family. I was so saddened to hear of Alan's passing. He was such a kindly, knowledgeable and worldly man. He was so well liked and respected by so many. Please accept our sincere condolences. Love Jed and Wendy xxx

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Peter Nadin donated in memory of Alan

Bro Alan our paths first crossed just after I joined in 1979 and kept crossing over many years. My first convention in 1994 as PGP South Lincs was an eye opener as was our Regalia visit to your Investiture. Your words and advice, freely given, were so welcome and I look back with fond memories. Till we meet again RIP Bro Al I will miss you

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Eileen Stephenson donated in memory of Alan

Alan was a friend of the family and was always kind and helpful

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Edwin Birks wrote

R.I.P. Grand Tyler Sir, you have done your duty. I am sure you will have plenty to discus in the Grand Lodge above. Thank you for your friendship, until the day comes when we will meet again.

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Henry Kennedy donated in memory of Alan

RIP, "Big Al" you will be missed.

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Gary Hopwood wrote

Alan you were a big man and a great man in so many ways always a friend and a brother, you will be missed by so many and even in passing you will be a burning light looking down on us all

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  • Farewell old friend, you helped many in your time, your toil is over rest in peace

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Timothy Henshaw wrote

Rest in peace, Brother Alan a good Brother and Friend, you will join another great Friend and Brother, Brother Grahame Bell ROH, Grand Constable 1999.

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Colin Fuller wrote

Big Al was a true legend d and an absolute Gentleman.
He will be sorely missed by all that knew him.

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Barry Skelhorn donated £10 in memory of Alan

Good night Alan, journey well. Your work here is done. We will no doubt meet again one day. R I P

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David Hayne wrote

Bro Alan you will be sorely missed by one and all. Bro David Hayne RIG.

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  • My first Grand Primo experience at Grove Hoyse Summer Gala in 1994. A wonderful man and a Brother. Someone you truly could look up to and I don't mean just physically. We enjoyed many a chat and Bro Alan used to give me regular donations to my favourite charity

    Posted by Barry on 23/08/2020 Report abuse
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Bro Trevor Leibach KOM wrote

On behalf of the Officers and Brethren of the St Andrews Lodge 6653 Port Elizabeth South Africa ( GLSA) we offer our condolences to Bro Alan Whitelaw's family and friends in this sad time. Fraternal Greetings Bro Trevor Leibach KOM, Grand Chamberlain GLSA

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