It is with great sadness that we share the loss of our dad, Mike Alkerton, in his 81st year. He peacefully left this world Monday, September 16 in the wonderful care of Margaret’s Place Hospice in Dundas after a long battle with COPD. Mike lived and died by his own terms, and he loved unconditionally. 

Mike was true to his hometown Dundas where everyone knew him. Hockey was a big part of his life, he played with the Dundas Merchants and coached Dundas minor hockey and then played old timer hockey for many years. He loved playing golf with his buddies and they started the season every Good Friday, even in the snow! 

Mike put his heart and soul into his club, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 36 Dundas, where he was a Life Member and on the Executive where he served 2 Presidential terms, and was Membership & Bursary Chairman for many years. Mike held a membership as Sergeant in the 11th field with the Hamilton Artillery Association.  

Mike was a proud 50 year career member of the IBEW Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.

He is survived by his loving wife Joan, his daughters Barb (Martin) & Lisa (Terry), granddaughter Becca (Richard), grandson Chris (Matt), brother Art (Jack), sister Brenda (Barry), and many extended family members and friends. Mike is predeceased by his brother Ken and sister Christine. We would like to thank so many people that supported Mike throughout the past 2 years with their kindness and compassion, and also his health care providers at St. Joseph’s Hospital Respirology team, Dr. Chan, his nurse Carly, the PSW’s, and the caring team at Margaret’s Place. 

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Margaret’s Place Hospice through St. Joseph’s Foundation or The Alzheimer Society of Canada. 

There will be a Celebration of Life held in honour of our dad at the Dundas Legion Branch 36 on Saturday, October 26, 1:00-5:00 p.m., beginning with a Legion Service at 1:00 p.m..

Private family interment