Dear Grier family,
We are so sorry to hear of Al's passing-our sincere condolences.We first met your Mom and Dad when I was transferred to Mayerthorpe in 1975.Coming out of Edmonton Ident section back to general policing required some re-learning,and Al was always so patient and guiding during that process. However ,on one occasion I needed a reprimand.
He did that in his usual quiet but effective manner. He did not need to raise his voice, and never did. I always remembered that incident and used it in my own supervisory role in the years that followed.Over the ensuing years we stayed in touch ,when they were in Medicine Hat ,and we in Taber. And then visited a few times in Calgary. But the memories of our days in Mayerthorpe are still the sharpest. He was a gentle man with a caring heart for family,friends,members and the public.
Al and Bea, such a great couple,-nothing but fond memories of them.
David and Jacquie MacPherson
