Wednesday, July 10, 2024
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The first time I met Al was when I was first hired at the store that bore his name. I was extremely intimidated to meet the man as his reputation in the community was that of class, honour, and generosity, a pretty large figure literally! It was in November 1997 and after working 2 shifts I was invited to the family Christmas party at the Anderson household. I will ALWAYS remember the love and joy that outing, and many following after, that Al and Joan hosted as those would have a lasting impact on my life to this day. I worked at the store for 5 years and it shaped me into the person I am today as Al and the entire family gave me an opportunity and a place to pursue my career, and my life. I was welcomed into the store and "family" by Judy, Jackie, Karen, Kirk, Joan, and especially Al. To this day, I have felt nothing but love, guidance, and acceptance from himself and the entire family. I watched the family grow from grandkids to great grandkids and I even though I do not live in Saskatoon I still keep in close touch with the family and the store. I have nothing but great memories of Al and Joan. I send my condolences to the entire Anderson family.
