Memorial Book for Alan Shapiro
As you read these messages, may there be comfort in knowing that others are thinking of you.

The Benjamin Family



Sam Bucovetsky January 26, 2026 10:07 AM
Danielle: I am so sorry to hear of Alan''s death. We will all miss him very much. My condolences.
Guy Einis January 26, 2026 08:29 AM
Uncle Alan I can''t count the number of times my mother called me Alan, she always said our voices sounded so alike. While I can remember only a bit more than a handful of times we spent time in person, I always felt a special connection to you and your family. I remember as a kid how you took us to visit the boat, and we rode bikes, and the chicken you cooked on the spiral. It meant so much to us when you came to Israel to my wedding and stood next to your sister under the Hupa. My mother told me how you guys were best friends. We are so grateful for the time we managed to spend together this last summer, and that you got to meet me kids. Danielle and Anna, our heart is with you, we are sending our love and condolences. We love you very much Guy and Family
Alexandra Raphael January 26, 2026 08:22 AM
One of the things I liked most about moving to our house on Brunswick was the opportunity to be neighbours with Darrel’s old friends, Alan and Danielle. I regulary stopped to visit with Alan, sitting on the porch of his house, when I walked our dog, Moses, along Brunswick. Alan chatted about his house renovation, cooking experiments or the state of the world. Our conversations elevated dog walking from a chore to a pleasure.
Ingrid and Jamie Whitaker January 26, 2026 08:21 AM
We are so sorry. Our condolences to Danielle and Anna.
George Popper January 26, 2026 07:11 AM
I met Alan at the dog park over 25 years ago. You can learn a lot about a person standing on frozen ice in a minus a 10 degree blizzard. Alan was always so very kind, gentle and smart. He was also very funny with a devilish twinkle in his eye. It was truly an honour to know him. My condolences to the family and friends.
Barbara Berson and Ed Weinberg January 25, 2026 07:55 PM
Our heartfelt condolences to Danielle, Anna and the Shapiro family. We knew Alan only briefly, and enjoyed him immensely. May his memory be for a blessing.
NAVA EINIS January 25, 2026 05:27 PM
Dear Alan, I’m writing these words with a very heavy heart. Even though we didn’t have many years or many moments together, you were deeply loved by me, always. From the times we did share, I remember you as someone unique, loving, caring, funny, smart, and endlessly supportive. You had a way of making people feel seen and held, even in brief moments. One memory lives in me especially strong: when I was six years old and you took us on that helicopter flight over Toronto. It wasn’t just a ride, it was a feeling of wonder, freedom, and joy that stayed with me for years and years after. You gave me that gift, and I still carry it. When I heard you were in the hospital, I sent you a message. You didn’t reply, but I know you saw it. Somehow, that means a lot to me. I wish so deeply that I could have been there to say goodbye, to hold your hand, to let you feel how loved you were. The distance hurts, and so does knowing I can’t be there now to hug Danielle and Anna and support them in this enormous loss. Alan, you are cherished in my journey. You were loved very much, and you always will be. To Danielle and Anna, my heart is with you. I’m holding you both from afar, wishing I could be there to wrap you in love and comfort during this painful time. May you feel surrounded by care, memories, and the deep love Alan left behind. Rest gently, dear uncle. You will live on in the love, the laughter, and the memories you planted in all of us. With all my love, Nava 💙
John Smithin January 25, 2026 05:17 PM
Condolences from John Smithin - Alan''s former colleague at York University.
Boris Rosolak January 25, 2026 03:55 PM
Deepest sympathies to Danielle and Anna. Alan was a dear friend of the Brunswick Years, which now amounts to 40! He was wise, kind, had strong opinions but not judgemental. He will be greatly missed by my family.
Tracy Franklin January 25, 2026 03:26 PM
My deepest condolences to Danielle and Anna and all who loved Alan. Heartbroken. Alan was my favourite new friend and such a great supporter of mine as I went through the conversion process. I''ll miss his warm smile and that adorable quiet laugh. May his memory be a blessing.
Arlene Mayers January 25, 2026 02:51 PM
Heartbroken.We shared a long and beautiful friendship.We met at my 25th birthday party which he crashed. We shared so many adventures over many years.We both went through so many changes . Yes, he was brilliant ,but,that was just the tip of the iceberg. After completing LSE and becoming an economics professor he had to study to become a lawyer just as a challenge to himself. He learned to sail and got into boat culture as he made many sailing friends.I had to go sailing with him and of course I got motion sickness.He had to learn to fly and I had to fly with him in a small two seat airplane and once again I got sick. He gave me a photo of himself on top of Mt. Kilamanjaro that I still keep in a special place.Alan conquers the world. He rarely failed or was very much challenged. He was just so good at so many things. He was not an every man and so his shot at running for a political party was not a success.He was always exceptional. He was great at things like renovating houses himself or with his wife.He loved to save money but was generous to a fault with his friends.He was a fabulous cook and loved to entertain. He loved French food and most things French. Alan never seemed to age and I guess I thought he would always be here. His youthful smile ,laugh and gait will always be remembered. The happy memories we shared I will always treasure. Danielle, Anna, and the rest of theShapiro family…He loved you all so much.Please remember the good times…..my sincere condolences.I hope we can share stories soon.
Abe Gitalis January 25, 2026 02:28 PM
I would like to remember Alan as I last saw him at our weekly Friday morning coffee group. As usual, he was witty, clever and ever helpful to others. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to Danielle and Anna and to his family, friends and all who knew him. May he rest peacefully and enter the gates of Jerusalem.
Judith and Irv January 25, 2026 01:49 PM
Danielle and Anna, Alan was a caring, loyal, wise and loving man who will be greatly missed. His wisdom, sense of humour and strength of character lit up the room. He was a very special friend. Our love is with you and may you be comforted among the mourners of Zion.
Max D Dublin January 25, 2026 01:44 PM
Julia and I send our love and heartfelt condolences to Danielle, Ana and the rest of our dear friend''s family. We have many fond memories of sharing good times with Alan and Danielle and will always cherish them. May Danielle and Ana find comfort among the mourners of Jerusalem and may Alan''s memory be for a blessing.