Anderson, Alison Jean(NéE Buchan)

Alison Jean Anderson (née Buchan) passed away peacefully with her family at her side, in St. Joseph's Hospital, Hospice Unit on Wednesday, November 18, 2009, following a brief illness. Alison was born on October 8,1936 in Aberdeen, Scotland. In 1962, she married George Anderson, and in 1968, immigrated to Canada. Her career began at the Aberdeen University Library in Scotland, and later she worked at the Lakehead University Library until her retirement in 2001. Not surprisingly, Alison had a great love of reading, particularly historical and suspense novels. She was also an avid and accomplished knitter, producing many beautiful sweaters and afghans over the years. Alison was a caring, generous and giving person, always quick to offer her help to others. Alison is survived by husband George; daughter Pat (Dalton Cormier); brother Gordon (Morag) Buchan of Scotland; and brother-in-law Charles (Sheila) Anderson of Spain. She was predeceased by parents James and Jess Buchan; parents-in-law James and Alice Anderson; and sister-in-law Sheila Anderson. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service for Alison will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 24th, 2009, in the Chapel of Harbourview Funeral Centre, 499 North Cumberland Street, officiated by Rev. Lloyd Ivany. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations may be made in Alison's memory to the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation. The family would like to express their appreciation to Dr. Ek, the nurses and staff of ICU, and 2B at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, and to St. Joseph's Hospice for the care and concern shown to Alison. Special thanks to Alison's close friend Linda Bellamy, for her daily visits. On-Line Condolences may be offered at www.harbourviewfuneral.ca