Alexander John Carter - February 16th, 1928 - September 6th, 2018

It is with great sadness we announce the loss of Alexander (Sandy) Carter who passed away peacefully at the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital September 6th, 2018, after a lengthy illness. Beloved husband of Elizabeth (Betty) and father of three sons John (Angela), David (Kim), Gordon and (Karen). Loving Grandfather to Jennifer (Amie), Brett, Alexandra, Jessica, Devin, Kelly and Great Grandfather to Ella, Ethan and Jacob.

Predeceased by his parents Kenneth and Blanche Carter, Brothers Charles (Sarah), Ken (Joan), Gordon and Sisters Patricia, Grace, Josephine (Ben), and Laura.

He is survived by his brothers, Fred, Herb (Brenda), Ben (Sandra), Sister Barbara (Bob), brother in law Gus Connors, sisters in law Olive Carter, Sue and Christine Cole and his many nieces, nephews and friends.

Alexander was an employee of Canadian National Telecommunications with a career spanning 43 years.

Born and raised in St. John's, NFLD he moved with his family to Oakville in 1966 and made it home for 52 years.

His passion was looking after his family and grandchildren, always being there to lend a hand, offer a word of encouragement or fix a problem. He will be remembered for his selfless attitude, his energy and kindness. He was so proud of the accomplishments of the family and was their biggest supporter.

A special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff of the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, 3 ^rd floor North and 6 ^th floor Centre units and Acclaim Health Personal Service Workers for their compassion and care for Sandy and his family.

Visitation, service and reception will be held October 5 ^th , 2018 (10 AM – 2 PM) at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville (one block East of Kerr Street, 905-844-2600). In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke foundation or a charity of your choice.