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ALCE: Daniel “Dan” of Lucan formerly of Granton

November 3, 2023 By Haskett Funeral Homes 70 Condolences

ALCE: Daniel “Dan” of Lucan formerly of Granton

At LHSC – University Hospital on November 1st, 2023 at the age of 76. Beloved husband of Judy (Pennington) Alce for 52 years. Much loved dad of Mike and Jacqueline Alce of Granton, Luke and Jocelyn Alce of Corunna. Proud “Pops” of  Marley, Madelyn, Maggie, and Elizabeth. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Tim and Carole Alce of Clinton, Pete Alce of Alberta, Jim and Deborah Alce of Mount Brydges, Jacqueline and Lowell Penner of London, Joanne Harrison of Goderich and Georgina Murphy of London. Predeceased by brothers-in-law Bill and Jim Pennington and sister in-law Sharon Alce. 

He will be sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews, extended family and all of his friends.

Dan enjoyed life on the open road, chatting with one and all, spending time in the north and, above all else, time spent with his family. 

Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Saturday, November 18th from 9:30-10:30 AM where a memorial service will be held at 11 AM with Val Hodgins officiating. Cremation with a family graveside service at Granton Cemetery. 

If desired, donations to either the Heart and Stroke Foundation, The Tanner Steffler Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

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  1. Tom and Joyce Rooney

    November 28, 2023 at 5:01 PM

    Judy and family: Tom and I are so sorry to hear of Dan*s passing. We send our sincere sympathy to you and your family, at this difficult time. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Tom and Joyce Rooney

  2. Fred Lewis

    November 17, 2023 at 9:21 AM

    Judy and Family.
    We were so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Sending our sincere condolences at this
    difficult time.
    Fred and Lillus

  3. Gloria Riddell

    November 15, 2023 at 10:30 AM

    Judy, Mike, Luke and families. I was saddened to hear of Dan’s death. I hope that loving memories will bring you comfort. Wilf & I always enjoyed Dan’s visits when he would drop in at the farm. Thinking of you at this sad time. Treasure the memories and the time you had together.
    Sincerest condolences Gloria, Katie & Tyler Riddell

  4. Grace Rollings

    November 10, 2023 at 9:41 PM

    Judy and Family:

    We always enjoyed a visit with you and Dan when we happened to cross paths. Always a few laughs too. Our sincere condolences to all of you and the extended Alce Family on your loss.

    Clarke and Grace Rollings

  5. Norma McNamara

    November 10, 2023 at 9:09 PM

    I’m so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Judy.

  6. Terri McRoberts

    November 10, 2023 at 5:25 PM

    Judy and family,
    Sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. We will miss filling his ‘special orders’ at Langford Lumber.

  7. Nancy Flanigan

    November 10, 2023 at 3:13 PM

    Judy, Mike and Jackie, Little Judy and Jocelyn and families, relatives and friends, our sincere condolences. Dan has left the convent and another angel has his wings……
    Rest In Peace my friend, till we meet again.
    Bob and Nancy Flanigan

  8. Lloyd and Ruth Westbrook (Wallis)

    November 10, 2023 at 2:06 PM

    My thoughts and prayers goes out to the Alce family during this time of loss.
    I grew up as a neigbour to the Alce family.
    Judy lived in the village of Granton so I was friends with her parents and siblings over the years.
    Dan was a good friend over the years and will be missed by many.

  9. Ron and Maxine

    November 10, 2023 at 12:13 PM

    Judy we are so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. As I was reading all the condolences above Ron and I were remembering our times with both of you. You and I met because of my being sure I would never be good enough to play Scrabble at Hillcrest. But you kept encouraging me to go back and try again and at your urging I did and am still playing it there! I met Dan in the Christmas golf parade as he jumped off his cart and gave me a big hug. Surprised I said “Who are you?” He gave me a piece of candy, jumped back on his cart, and said “Santa Claus”. He was dressed in a Santa suit.🤔 After he left Ron told me who he was. He and Ron were good friends and had many good adventures on the early morning fishing trips! Ron also enjoyed his just stopping by our porch for neighborly visits. Dan always made a person feel at ease. Then our other memory was our canoe trip with you folk, Ruth and Ed Kitchen and us. Good memories! Will pray for strength and comfort for you in the coming days.

  10. Steve & Deb Overhokt

    November 9, 2023 at 10:58 PM

    Dear Judy and family…we send to you our deepest condolences. Steve enjoyed working with Dan at Cooks for many years. We were very thankful for his visits to our home once he retired.
    He was the best man and worker and visitor. He will be missed by many people.
    Thinking of all you.
    Steve and Deb Overholt

  11. Robert and Elizabeth Parkinson

    November 8, 2023 at 8:31 PM

    Judy and Family,

    Our most sincere sympathy to the family at this most difficult time. Dan was a great booster of Granton! We, as Grantonites, are very proud of Dan’s encouragement! It was a good place in which to grow up!

  12. Joan Mitchell

    November 8, 2023 at 3:37 PM

    Judy and family..I’m so sorry to read about Dan, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.

  13. Bob and Martha Heywood

    November 8, 2023 at 9:18 AM

    Judy and Family
    I am sorry to read of Dan’s passing. He was a fun customer when we operated Heywood’s Restaurant at the corner of the Whalen line. He blended in well with the farm boys who gathered there on a regular basis. I am certain he will be missed in the Granton community. Our condolences.

  14. Marlene and Joe French

    November 7, 2023 at 5:58 PM

    Judy,Mike, Luke and families,
    We are so very sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Offering our sincerest condolences at this time.
    Marlene and Joe French

  15. Judy Wheeler

    November 7, 2023 at 12:00 PM

    Dale and I are sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Sending our sincere condolences to you all at this very difficult time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

  16. Ken and Bonnie Parkinson

    November 7, 2023 at 9:35 AM

    Very sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.

  17. Ruth Pfaff

    November 6, 2023 at 11:33 AM

    So sorry to hear of Dans passing! My heart goes out to you Judy and family
    My Dad & Dan shared quite a few moments working at cooks elevators all those years ago!

  18. Andy & Kim Sharp

    November 6, 2023 at 8:29 AM

    Sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Sending our sincere condolences at this difficult time.

  19. Jay & Christine Hayden

    November 6, 2023 at 7:44 AM

    Judy and Family
    We are so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time.

  20. Dale Cook

    November 6, 2023 at 7:18 AM

    Judy and Family
    My sincere condolences to you all on Dans passing

  21. T&B Blue

    November 6, 2023 at 7:04 AM

    Dear Judy and Family,
    We are so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
    Trevor & Brenda Blue

  22. Kathy, Scott, Helena & Lachlan Roth

    November 6, 2023 at 12:05 AM

    Dear Judy, Mike & Luke and families,
    We will miss Dan so much. He was a loyal friend who was like family to us. So many happy times with our families together. Dan could always be counted on to lend a hand in any situation, and to keep you laughing the entire time. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

  23. Joyce Sovereign

    November 5, 2023 at 8:29 PM

    Judy and Family
    Still hard to imagine that Dan has passed, I send to you, your boys and their families, my sincere sympathy. Will sure miss running into him in the building here at Parkview Place, or in the parking lot going or coming from our cars. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

  24. Doris Richardson

    November 5, 2023 at 7:55 PM

    Judy and Family:
    So very sorry to learn this sad news. Sending warm, understanding thoughts your way.
    Doris

  25. Dale & Linda Froats

    November 5, 2023 at 5:40 PM

    Judy and family, We were so very sorry to hear of your loss of Dan. It just seems like yesterday that l looked out my window and Dan was blazing down the street on his scooter with his head back and laughing at something his granddaughter had said to him as he gave her a hug. They were having a grand time together. He will be missed by his Beech St neighbours.

  26. Gary and Linda Hayter

    November 5, 2023 at 4:05 PM

    Judy and Family, Gary and I are sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

  27. Mary McDonald

    November 5, 2023 at 3:16 PM

    So sorry for your loss-Thinking of you all at this difficult time Hugs

  28. Leroy and April Bryan

    November 5, 2023 at 1:44 PM

    Our sincere condolences to Judy and all the Alce family. We always enjoyed Dan’s friendly, outgoing nature and his “chats” always left you with a smile on your face . He will be sadly missed.

  29. Pat Goertz

    November 5, 2023 at 1:22 PM

    Judy and Family,

    Our condolences on the passing of Dan. Goes to show how quickly life can change. Hang onto the good memories and we wish you strength in the coming days ahead.

    Ben and Pat Goertz

  30. Sandra & Larry Hern

    November 5, 2023 at 12:12 PM

    Dear Judy and Family,

    We were so sorry to learn of Dan’s passing. Many memories of days gone by with Dan. We extend our sincere condolences at this very sad time of loss.

  31. KELLY AND ROSE O'CONNOR

    November 5, 2023 at 7:32 AM

    Sincere condolences to all of Dan’s family. Growing up together in Granton, schooling together, Dan and I were always friends. I will always remember how kind he was as next door neighbour to my Mom once she began living alone with my Dad in hospital, always checking in on her, cutting her grass and doing snow. He will surely be missed by many.

  32. John and Sandy Ulch

    November 4, 2023 at 10:25 PM

    Judy
    We are sorry to hear Dan has passed away. Thinking of you and your family.

  33. Glen and Elaine

    November 4, 2023 at 9:41 PM

    Sending our condolences to Dan’s family from Glen and Elaine Mills in Northern Ontario

  34. Wilf & Ann Scharf

    November 4, 2023 at 8:31 PM

    Our thoughts are with you Judy &Family at this very sad time of the passing of Dan

    Wilf & Ann Scharf
    Johnstown,On

  35. Rebecca Shearer

    November 4, 2023 at 7:59 PM

    So very sorry to hear this news. My Dad ( Tom SHOEBOTTOM) looked forward to Dan’s calls. He kept Dad up to date with all the goings on back here at home. Thinking of you all.

  36. Clare and Deb McRobert

    November 4, 2023 at 6:27 PM

    So very sorry to hear about Dan’s passing. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time, and the days ahead. Please except our deepest condolences.

  37. Kathleen Brennan

    November 4, 2023 at 5:56 PM

    So very saddened to hear of Dan’s passing.condolences to you Judy, your children and grandchildren

  38. PEGGY DEFAZIO

    November 4, 2023 at 5:33 PM

    Dear JUDY SO SORRY TO HEAR OF DANS PASSING, SENDING HUGS FROM RAY AND I,KEEPING YOU IN ARE PRAYERS,

  39. Joan and Dave Goddard

    November 4, 2023 at 4:39 PM

    Judy and Family
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time.

  40. Anne Kenney(Harrett)

    November 4, 2023 at 2:40 PM

    Sorry to hear about your loss. Your in my prayers and thoughts.

  41. The Benner's

    November 4, 2023 at 12:34 PM

    Dear Judy and family…We were shocked to hear of Dan’s passing. Had a really nice visit in the park in September but he was quite concerned with Gerry’s health at that time. Now it is November and both Granton men are gone…hard to fathom. Life is fragile and precious…. Sending sympathy as you travel this difficult journey ….Don and Heather

  42. Scott Jackson

    November 4, 2023 at 12:18 PM

    My sincere condolences to the Alce family.”Danny “was my childhood friend and neighbour and playmate.In later life,Dan made an effort to keep in touch. I will miss his phone calls.

  43. Eric and Pat Chovancek

    November 4, 2023 at 11:43 AM

    Tim and Carole, we are remembering your brother Dan as a loving brother, one of your first friends Tim. You have many memories to look back upon to make you smile and cherish. Our sincere sympathy is extended to you and your family at this time.

  44. Sharon McLeod

    November 4, 2023 at 11:11 AM

    So sorry for your loss thinking of yours at this difficult time.Sending hugs

  45. Anne

    November 4, 2023 at 10:50 AM

    Dear Judy and Family,
    Sending my sincere condolences on the passing of Dan.
    I know there are no words that help take away your pain at this most difficult time, just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

  46. Bonnie Swarthout

    November 4, 2023 at 9:37 AM

    Dear Judy and Family
    I am so sorry to hear about Dan’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you through out this difficult time.
    Bonnie Swarthout

  47. Penni

    November 4, 2023 at 9:27 AM

    Sorry for your loss. Condolences to Mike, Luke and family.
    Penni (Kindree) Law

  48. Audrey Harloff

    November 4, 2023 at 8:44 AM

    Dear Judy, Mike, Luke, Children and Alce Families….My heart is filled with sympathy for you. Dan was a good friend. 💕

  49. Larry Lewis

    November 4, 2023 at 8:40 AM

    Judy, Mike and Luke

    So sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. We have had many good chats over many years at work and play.
    Cherish those great memories. We send our sincere condolences.

    Larry and Lynda Lewis

  50. Cheryl Pattison

    November 4, 2023 at 7:27 AM

    Judy, Mike , Luke and Families, we are so sorry to hear this sad news.our, deepest condolences.
    Art & Cheryl Pattison

  51. Linda Ilola

    November 4, 2023 at 5:59 AM

    Judy so sorry for your loss, Dan was a special man & will be remembered with great fondness. You two enjoy many life experiences together. Hugs.Linda & Andy.

  52. Joan Stiltz

    November 3, 2023 at 9:54 PM

    Judy & Family sorry for your loss . Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. Lila Foster & Family

  53. Ron and Helen Ferguson

    November 3, 2023 at 9:20 PM

    Judy and family

    What a shock, our prayers are with you and hope all your happy times are a comfort in the days ahead.

  54. Malcolm&Irma

    November 3, 2023 at 8:57 PM

    Judy and Family
    We are so sorry for your loss, we will miss getting together for coffee & Diet Pepsi (for Dan)
    We loved his stories, so funny and made us laugh! We will be thinking of you and the heartache you endure. Our deepest sympathy to you and all family members. Love, Malcolm&Irma.

  55. John & Willy Van Lieshout

    November 3, 2023 at 8:35 PM

    Judy and family. We are sorry to hear about Dan and are sending our condolences.

  56. Gail Fairbairn-Firby

    November 3, 2023 at 8:17 PM

    Sincere and deepest condolences to you and your family

  57. Glenn & Sharleen Phillips Phillips

    November 3, 2023 at 7:04 PM

    Judy & Family
    So sorry to hear of Dan’s passing
    Always enjoyed a chat with him.He loved a trip up north
    Cherish the great memories.

  58. Mark Nixon

    November 3, 2023 at 6:42 PM

    Dear Judy, Mike, Luke and families. We are so saddened by the sudden loss of Dan. We shared so many great times years ago and think back so fondly. May your memories ease your loss. Thinking of you all and our deepest sympathies. Mark, Kelly, Mackenzie and Xavier Nixon

  59. Wayne & Kerry Higman

    November 3, 2023 at 4:17 PM

    Our sincere sympathies and prayers to Judy, Mike and family and Luke and family, as well as to both Judy & Dan’s siblings & families. We were shocked & sad to learn of Dan’s passing. We hope you find strength and comfort in each other through the difficult days ahead, by embracing and sharing all your wonderful memories. Dan was a great neighbour, & a witty, – often comical, but always kind – friend. He will be missed. ~Kerry & Wayne Higman

  60. James S Connolly

    November 3, 2023 at 3:55 PM

    Our Deepest Sympathy to u Judy and family we will miss Dan a lot up here in the North all our chats and good times. He may be gone from this earth but he will not be forgotten in our house .James and Constance Connolly

  61. Alex Westman

    November 3, 2023 at 3:34 PM

    My sincere condolences to Judy and the family.

  62. Diane Ellyatt (Carty)

    November 3, 2023 at 2:47 PM

    Judy and Family so sorry to hear about Dan, big hugs

  63. The Olivers

    November 3, 2023 at 2:23 PM

    Tim and Carole
    So sorry for your loss. Praying He will comfort your hearts.
    Ed and Wendy

  64. Sandi Brintnell

    November 3, 2023 at 1:44 PM

    Judy, and family,
    So sorry for your loss. Sending our sincere condolences.
    Sandi and Rob

  65. Roy and Donna

    November 3, 2023 at 12:46 PM

    Our deepest condolences. Roy and Donna McRoberts

  66. Alfred

    November 3, 2023 at 12:08 PM

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you, always had time to chat.
    Alfred and Cynthia

  67. Lowell and Jackie Penner

    November 3, 2023 at 11:53 AM

    Many happy times have been had with Dan and Judy over the years and Jackie and I are going to miss you so very much
    Our sincere condolences to the Alce family

  68. Wendy Case

    November 3, 2023 at 11:22 AM

    Dear, Judy, Mike and Luke.
    We are saddened to hear of Dan’s passing. We have many fun memories dating back to my childhood and to the childhood of our boys, camping, visits in Florida and on our farm. May happy memories bring you peace at this very sad time. Sending hugs. Sincerely , Pete, Wendy, Adam and Kyle

  69. Don and Diane Williams

    November 3, 2023 at 11:18 AM

    Judy and Family We are so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. We always enjoyed a good chat in the driveway when he was out and about. We send our sincere condolences to you family

  70. Bev Dayman

    November 3, 2023 at 10:01 AM

    Luke and family
    Our thoughts are with you as you mourn the loss of your Dad and Pops. We are thinking of you all at this difficult time
    Shawn and Bev Dayman and family

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