
With sadness, we announce the passing of Allan Robert Bennett on Sunday, June 8th 2025.
Allan was the 2nd oldest of 4 children, Margaret, Allan, David & Daphne to parents Alvin & Amy Bennett.
Staunchly proud to have been born in Saskatchewan and raised in Toronto, it is there where he learned the mechanical trade out of necessity, in order to be able to spend time at the family cottage, which then led to a career in the forklift industry and ultimately meeting his wife Wendy Bennett who preceded his death. Together they raised Greg (Ingrid) & Jeff (Stacy) who further extended his family with Anika, Tatum, Claudia, Tegan and Nora.
Allan designed his life around having his family close by. In 1976 with the help of a close friend he built a business that would have his entire family at his side for over 25 years. He built a cottage where he again was able to have his family by his side to enjoy nature and the quiet solitude that the pine trees of the Muskoka offer. And during the winter months he was host to his family in the southern state of Florida to enjoy warm weather & BBQ’s surrounded by Family and Friends.
Al loved playing sports – baseball, golf, hunting, fishing, scuba, pickleball, and his most favorite being hockey.
One of his biggest passions was restoring old cars, bicycles and scooters; he finished numerous showroom quality restorations throughout the years and was always someone you could ask if you needed help with technical questions, his knowledge was unmatched, especially with Corvettes.
In reflection of his life, it becomes very apparent that his love was not shown in words, but in deeds. And in those deeds, he was very generous.
Allan will be missed by all of those who knew him, but especially by the friends at All-Lift Ltd, Outdoor Resorts in Florida, the cottagers at Gibson Lake, Rotary Club, Caledon Cruisers, Bolton Old Timers, and Palgrave Men’s Slow Pitch.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street South (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) for a Memorial Visitation on Friday, June 13 from 4-8pm.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Lorna McMahon
So sorry for your loss.
Cynthia Luciano
My sincere condolences to the whole family . Al will truly be missed by many. Sending love and healing hugs to all of you. Xo ❤️
Doug Prince
Al was always such a gentleman and a gentle man. His sincerity and lovely sense of humour will be missed at our Rotary Club events.
Emily Falconer
I am sorry to hear of this loss.
Al leaves behind a big imprint on all of us, and will be missed.
My deepest condolences for the family.
Angelo Sperduti
To the Bennett Family. I am very saddened to hear that Al has passed. Al was a good Man ! I got to know Al through hockey, he played with us on Fridays in Bolton. I am also a target, so we saw the game the same. My thoughts and prayers are with Al and his Family.
Angelo Sperduti, Palgrave, Ontario. formerly of Bolton
Lorraine WittyW
Warm condolences Greg, Jeff and families from your long time neighbours on the corner. Allan was a good person who could always be counted on. He will be missed in the community.
The Witty families.
Susan Gallant
We are so sorry for your loss, he was an amazing man. I have known him all my life since I was a little girl, he always said to me, I was the daughter he never had.
Now you and Dad can talk about your old cars again.
Love Always
Susan / Uly
Pat DiBerto
To the Bennett family, sorry for your loss!! Al and I go back to our public school days and both of us started a lift truck business at the same time. He was a great guy and will be missed!
Ray King
To the Bennett family. Please accept my condolences on the passing of Al. I had the pleasure of playing hockey with Al as a member of the Bolton Oldtimers. He was a good man, a gentleman and both interesting and fun to be around.
Lisa Seinen
Al was one of the last people to see my husband Paul (Dutchie) alive in March. Al and Paul enjoyed a long and special relationship for over 40 years. Paul and I spent great times together with Al and Wendy – scuba diving, painting and generally enjoying each other’s company. It is a tremendous loss – and I know what you’re going through. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. He was a special man – kind hearted, generous and genuine. It was a pleasure to say I (we) were part of his wonderful life. To his wonderful family – sending lots of love and hugs.
Pasquale Tortorici
Our deepest condolences to family and friends of Al. Al was fixture in our Car Club the Caledon Cruisers, which he was a part of for many decades right to the end. He was always supportive of all we did and stood for and will be sorrily missed by one and all members and friends of the club. Ready with a smile, and always joyful, Al showed his love of life with all he befriended. Thanks Al for all you did to make us successful.
Louie Armstrong
So sorry to hear about Al passing, Greg, Jeff and families. Solace can be found in the fact that Al lived the life he wanted, did and accomplished so much, and he touched so many people along his journey, especially everyone at the hunt camp for 50+ years. We may have lost a legend, and we’ll have one less 40-ouncer in the camp this fall, but the stories and memories will forever live on.
Allison Rende
I send my love and condolences to Al’s Family & Friends. I enjoyed our many conversations about food, cars and hockey.
I will remember him fondly.
John & Verna Traynor
To Als family our sincere condolences
Roland & Katherine Barbazza
Al will be missed
Fun to be around both at the ball park and the rink
Our condolences and prayers are with you Greg , Jeff and all the families
Monica Leslie
Our deepest condolences Greg, Jeff and family.
Thoughts and prayers for you at this difficult time.
Love Monica & Bruce
Gail & Bill Jenner
Our deepest condolences to the Bennett family.
Joe Furlong
This Day I Truly Never Thought Would Come. My Great Friend Mentor And Idol Was And Is Al Bennett A Man I Have Known Since 1983 When As A Very Young Man I Was Blessed With Meeting Him, Through 42 Plus Years The Man Was Always There For Me, So Many Business Personel And Life Lessons Learned, I Will Never Be Able To Repay But A Heartfelt Thank You And A Very Saddened Heart I Say Till We Meet Again My Friend. Drift Accordingly Into Whatever Lies Ahead As I Know You Will Succeed There To.
Rest In Peace My Dear Friend Al
Respectfully Joe Furlong
Bob Palmateer
For 30 plus years Al and I played Monday night hockey together in Bolton. I was never the best forward, He was never the best goalie. But we held our own in the dressing room with a beer. Conversations revolved around family, Allan, Wendy and their boys. Me, Sherrin and our 3. Lost touch for a few years after my health would no longer let me continue to play but reconnected when Al joined the Bolton Rotary Club. Condolences on his passing. He was a fine man.
Daphne Gibbs
My condolences to Greg Jeff, and their families. As his sister, I was the recipient of his love, generosity and kindness.. I have memories of this huge car that he found for our mother and when I asked them, why would you find her such a big car and he said with a smile because it’s a tank and she can’t get hurt .He will be surely missed by all that knew him
Scott Sinclair
So sorry to hear this. Al was a great friend, and shared lots of his knowledge of the car hobby. Plus he was a very fun goalie with the Caledon Senior Hockey League. Rest in peace, Al.
Aldo Buccioni
My condolences to the Bennett family. For years, Al and I were like bookends every Thursday night on the ice, and we solved many of the world’s problems over a beer after baseball! Al will be sincerely missed but never forgotten! A Wonderful person and a true friend.
Vic&Jane Busby
Our condolences to Greg Jeff and their families. Your Dad was a great guy and our families had so many great times together.
He will be missed. Rest in peace Al.
The Busby Family
Diane Killam
Greg, Jeff and families, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. He was such a good friend. I have fond memories of him and your Mom and the close friendship we shared with Dave and Jean Bell. My deepest condolences to you and your family. May He rest in peace.
Sandra Tipping
My sincere condolences to the Boys and their families .
I have nice memories of both your parents when in their company .
Thinking of all of you during this difficult time .
Sandy Tipping
Jean Van Tichelenjvan
Condolences to the Bennett family.
Sorry for your loss. RIP Al.Jean
Tracy Graham-Urwin
Mr. Bennett will always hold a special place in my heart.
Wendy will take it from here.
God bless the Bennett family, we’re all here for you.
Adam Seinen
I had the privilege over the years to be welcomed into the Bennet family at work and in life.
I was a young 17 year old brought into All Lift by my father Dutchie. Al, Wendy and the family always made sure you knew their doors and arms were open. Al would always have time for a deep chat in the shop or across his desk while Wendy would pass me candies with that wonderful smile. He had great advice that I still follow to this day, hearing much of it through my father in his voice. Al was a pillar in our industry to my father and my family throughout the years. They were family to mine and they are sorely missed.
The world and our industry has lost another great one. I know they are sharing a drink while checking in on us, carrying on with their long conversations.
From our family to yours, the deepest condolences.
Bill D
My condolences to the Bennett family. I’ve known Al Bennett and his partner at All-Lift Carl Chappelle for probably 45 years or more? R.I.P. Al,Carl and Al’s wife Wendy From the Dunn Family.. Louise,Bill and Bryan.
Roland Lichtel
My condolences to the Bennett family. I’ve known Al since 1968 when he worked at JH Ryder. Sorry to hear about his passing. Roland Lichtel and Family R.I.P.
Dave Livingston
Our condolences to Greg , Jeff and the Bennett Family.
We enjoyed our many times with Al through the Bolton Oldtimers, BBQs, car shows, hockey games and in recent times, seeing him at The Wishbone for dinner! He was always jovial and enjoyed talking about his family, cars and hockey! We will miss seeing him!
Our most sincere sympathy,
Dave and Linda Livingston
Tam & George (Bottoms)
My deepest condolences to Greg, Ingrid and family. I fondly remember spending time with Al at the family cottage. He will be deeply missed. Tam & George
Tim Barron
Al was a great guy. He will be missed. My deepest condolences to the family.
Dan Cureatz
So saddened to learn of the news. My heartfelt sympathies & condolences to the entire Bennett family during this time.
Greg Moffatt
Greg and Family sorry for your loss, Al will be missed in many circles from the ice rinks to ball diamonds to the car events Al did it all and he did it with a laugh. Although it’s been many years he joked I was after his job playing goal. RIP Al make that big glove save in heaven.
Barry and Sharon O’Sullivan
We are saddened to learn of your loss.
RIP, Al.,
You will be remembered, by all your Hockey pals.
Sincerely, Barry and Sharon O’Sullivan
Mount Forest, Ontario.
Brian and Brigitte stafford life long friends
Rest in peace our friend with great respect to a self made man we love you and miss you. Always
Dan & Susan Adams
It was so sad to have read about the loss of Al. We saw him often around town, & was always up for a good chat, either at Sammys years ago with Dave Bell, or car shows around town, & the last we saw him was at the Wishbone Restaurant. He was one great guy, & will be missed. Our heartfelt condolences to his boys & families.
RIP Al
Pat (morrison) Bell
So sorry to hear of Al’s passing. Our condolences to the entire Bennett family. The Morrisons
Barry Hanas and Family
The Hanas family is deeply saddened by the loss of Allan. Our thoughts are with his loved ones during this difficult time. He was a great family friend, and we’ll miss him very much.
With sympathy,
The Hanas Family
Dan & Fiorella Plastina
Our sincerest condolences to the Bennett family and Al’s closest friends. We moved to the Bolton area in the mid 1970s and built strong relationships with many folks who were already there and with others moving in after us. It is sad when someone within that circle of friends makes a final departure from that fold, nevertheless, we are happy to say that we did have many occasions of shared moments through the years. May Al rest in eternal peace and may his spirit live on through those memories. Dan and Fiorella Plastina
Don Scott
So sorry for your loss, Greg, Jeff and families.
Don & Nancy Scott and family
Howard and Sharon Venning
Greg, Jeff and family
Our condolences to all at this difficult time. So sorry for your loss. He will be remembered by all and is now at peace with Wendy.
Norm Lee
Al will be missed. He was a regular guy. A good guy and easy to get along with. I played a lot of Slo Pitch with him, a little hockey, and did work on your swimming pool and at All Lift. Your dad believed in giving work to league members. Keep it in the family and he had a large extended family.
My sincere condolences.
bill moyer
Al Bennett was one of the good guys that will be remembered for a long time. Many years playing with Al on Monday night hockey and on our Bolton Oldtimers team are great memories for all.
Wishing Al’s family our condolences.
Lynne Davis
Dear Greg, Ingrid, Jeff and Stacy and children
I was very saddened to receive the news of your Dad’s passing. It was a great honour to have worked with all of you. Words cannot express that which I feel for all of you. Dad taught his boys well and was so very proud of all of your accomplishments., children and grandchikdren.
Love and hugs
Lynne
Trisher & Jocelyn Gonsalves Waterson (Tim)
Our deepest condolences to all of the Bennett family and Allan’s friends. May loving memories of Allan bring you comfort and peace.
James Marshall
My Uncle Al was great man who always took care of family, including my own. He exemplified hard work and morality and I tried to live my life as he did. He was the patriarch of the Bennett family and no amount of words can express this loss. I’ve always admired my Uncle Al and he is a big reason I am the man I am today. Jeff, Greg: please accept my deepest condolences and I wish I was there to pay my respects, but please know that I will always think of your father as the greatest of men.
Debbie Carson
So sorry for your loss. we have known Al and Wendy for years. our sons grew up together and played ball many years ago. rest in peace.
Pam Eisenberg
Greg ,Ingrid, Jeff, and Stacy,
I was so sad to hear about your father’s passing. He was a remarkable man who was always kind and welcoming. Please accept my deepest condolences. I know how much he meant to you and your families. I hope you find comfort in the love that’s around you. May his memory be a blessing.
Shane & Noelle Langille
Very sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with family, friends and everyone at All-Lift Ltd.
Jim Schaefer
I’m sorry to hear about Al’ s passing. I played hockey with him for many years with the Bolton Oldtimers and the Caledon Senior Hockey League on Monday nights as well. He came with me and a group of friends to a ski holiday in Austria, and we enjoyed time together many times in the old car hobby. We also did business with All-Lift, and were treated to a satisfactory deal every time. A gentleman for sure. Rest in peace, Al!
Bruce Glassford
Sincere sympathy to Greg, Jeff and their families.
It is never easy saying goodbye to a 50 plus year friend.
I have many great memories of several car trips to Carlise and Hershey PA.
Allan had a vast knowledge of the Tri-Five Chevrolets and early Corvettes.
May all your cherished memories help you through these difficult times.
Bruce Glassford
Dominic Leon
Dear Greg, Jeff and Family,
I’m deeply sorry for your loss. Al’s legacy will live on through all of us at All-Lift
May he rest in peace.
With heartfelt condolences,
Dominic
Al Zammit
Sincere condolences to the Bennett & All-Lift family.
Proud to have known Al for many years and was always an outstanding respectable man.
RIP Al ❤️
Joanne Brem
Deepest condolences to the Bennett family.
Well known and respected in the forklift industry, Al built a successful business through his expertise and support of Greg and Jeff who have and will continue to carry on the success with the same dedication.
He will be missed.
Wishing the family strength and comfort during this time.
KEITH PROULX
The Bennett family were the best neighbours we could ever have hoped for. We have known them for over 50 years. Al and Wendy were the most generous people, always putting themselves last. So many good memories in Florida , hunting , fishing and at their cottage. Al and my Dad were not only neighbours but great friends also. He will be greatly missed. Our condolences to Greg , Jeff and their families.
Keith and Tina Proulx and family
Terry Coles
My condolences to Greg, Jeff and the Bennett Family
Over the years Al and I saw each other often at hockey, baseball or the Caledon Cruisers. Al was always a fun guy to be around. I will miss him. May he Rest in Peace.
Bruce Gray
Very sorry to hear of the passing of Al. He always took time out of his busy day to chat and share wisdom. He will be missed
Nadine Johnson
Jeff, Greg and family
Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. I hope you find comfort in the love and support of family, friends and cherished memories. I will certainly miss Al around the office and his calls. Please know your All-Lift family is here for you.
God bless
fred julian
To the Bennett families, sorry to hear of Al’s passing, please accept our condolences. Agnes & Fred Julian
Scott Paddock
to the family I am sorry for your loos
Al was a gentleman and a character with a lifetime of experience he loved to share .he will be missed by all that knew him.
the world is less 1 more Good Guy ,
Randy Taylor
Al was our goalie on Wednesday nights for many years. He even collected for the ice many years. I was lucky to have used his florida home once when our children were little. He made it happen for us in the early days.
His love of hockey made him many friends as I see in the posts. We will miss a great friend and family man.
Fergy
I only knew Al a short time & the fun we had golfing & attending his amazing cottage are memories I will always remember. Al always cared about everyone else & was very generous with everyone.
I’ll miss his stories & great laugh.
Jim Vooys
I am so sorry to hear this news!
Al was such a Genuine Human Being!!
His Kindness was always welcome in such a crazy world.
I am grateful to have been a customer and continued on as a friend.
Ed & Lottie Mann
We were so sad to hear of Al’s passing.
He was a very good friend and such a gentleman.
Our sincere condolences to Greg , Jeff, and families
Mike Pezzente
I’m heartbroken to hear about the passing of Al. We spent countless years together between the pipes—sharing laughs, guarding the nets, and working side by side to keep our pickup hockey games alive and thriving. Off the ice, he was just as memorable. Whether it was in the dressing room or over a post-game coffee, his stories—especially the ones about cars—were legendary. He had a way of bringing people together, whether through hockey, humour, or horsepower.
He will be deeply missed, both on and off the ice. My thoughts are with his family and all who had the privilege of calling him a friend.
Angela Leslie
Sending prayers and sympathy to Greg and Jeff and family for your loss.
Angela, Sabrina, and Grace
Kathy Leary
Such a wonderful man. When the Caledon Womens Hockey League was starting up and we were short on goalies Al stepped up playing in several games. Great memories. R.I.P
Paul & Barbara Garde
Our condolences to the Bennett family. I too was a goalie in the Monday night League and faced off against Al on many occasions over the years. Always a gentleman.
Our cottage was also on Gibson Lake and we visited Al for a beer or 2 or 3 !
Our company purchased our one and only forklift from Al and it is still running.
Malcolm Robb (Green & Ross/Unitrac)
My condolences to the Bennett family.
Al (and Carl) were both customers and friends. I always enjoyed making a call to All Lift, as I usually could sell a few tires, but more importantly we would discuss old cars, and I could have a first hand view of a Corvette that Al was working on in the far shop. He and Wendy both were good people and great customers, we shared many laughs over the years
Ted Ballance
My condolences to Al’s family. Met him at Palgrave SLO pitch. He was a real inspiration for me. He will be missed
David Fournier
Greg and family so sorry for your loss. I have many great memories working on your Torino with your dad. Mr. And Mrs. Bennett, as I called them, welcomed me into their home and I will cherish the time spent with them.