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Alexander James Krete
July 5, 1928 - October 4, 2014
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<div itemprop="description">KRETE, Alexander James <br /><br />Passed away peacefully the morning of Oct. 4, 2014 at the age of 86. He is now reunited with his beloved wife Marlene (2010) and his son Kenneth (2007), whom he loved and missed so very much. Dearest father of Lori &amp; husband Barry Laing of Amherstburg, Cheryl Foss of NB, and Larry &amp; wife Eunice Warren of BC. Loving Grandpa of Kenny, Tanya, Lindsey, Ashley, Bryce, and Elise, and their children.<br /><br />Alec will be missed by his sister Shirley &amp; husband Don Clements of LaSalle and brother Ron &amp; wife Judy Krete of Ayr, ON, as well as all his nieces and nephews.<br /><br />Predeceased by his sisters Theresa, Audrey, Bernice, Georgina, Betty, and his brothers John, Stanley, Morley, and Clifford.<br /><br />Alec was a Journeyman Pipefitter for the Budd Company in Detroit, Mi for many years until his retirement. <br /><br />He was a strong and stubborn man who took fashion advice from no one. He enjoyed being with his family, spending time at Windsor Raceway with the guys, and also had a lifelong passion for cars.<br /><br />The family would like to thank everyone that a hand in caring for Alex. Your kindness will always be remembered and appreciated.<br /><br />In keeping with his wishes, cremation will take place and he will be interred with Marlene at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery.<br /><br />If so desired, memorial donations made to the Canadian Diabetes Assoc. would be appreciated. <br /><br />Victoria Greenlawn Funeral Home (519-969-3939) entrusted with arrangements. <br /><br />You may leave your condolences online at www.msuttonfuneral.ca<br /></div>