Obituary of Alex Karel Vlach

Vlach In the words of Alex, Cancer sucks! Alexander Karel Vlach passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2006 and was reunited in Heaven with his mother Jean Taylor, his 2 grandfathers Karel Vlach, Robert Taylor, his uncles Bob Taylor and Alam Farghaly. Alex's spirit, love, laughter courage and zest for life will forever remain an integral part of so many families including Karel, Jennifer and Lara Vlach, Mike, Sherry, Allen, Michelle and Mark Lukas, Peter and Lili Rechnitzer, Bea Taylor and George Mackie, Al Krische. Alex is loved by all his aunts, uncles and their children; Eric and Tiana Vlach, Michael and Holli Vlach, Munca Farghaly, Hani Farghaly, Barbara and Ron Martin, Casper and Anna Koevoets, Jim and Wendy Taylor, Deb Taylor, Chuck Taylor, Kelly and David Keith, Mike and Liz Krische, and John Krische. Alex will forever remain in the heart of his girlfriend Sarah Tew and his best friend Lee Goneau. Alex was inspired, motivated and supported by; Central Highschool, all the students and teachers, especially John Vouvalidis, Phil Harris, Martine Bracey Hoffman and Sharon Young Kipp. Thank you for celebrating Alex's achievments by awarding him the Ernie McTavish award and later developing the Alex Vlach award, The Make a Wish Foundation, Lori Quick who is so wonderful and made Alex feel super special, Camp Trillium for allowing Alex to use his life experiences for the good of other children and their families, Pediatric Medical Day Unit, Dr. Michael Leaker, Barb Dagelman, Cathy Wilson, Todd Wharton and Danielle Cautidella. Your smiling faces and unwavering support gave Alex strength and vitality. Special thanks go to V.O.N., especially Joy Reuben whose dedication and kindness to Alex was simply wonderful. Thank you Dr. Gil Schreier and all the nurses in palliative care, 6th floor, Victoria Hospital. Who says you cannot depend on the kindness of strangers? You are all exceptional people. Please join us at John T. Donohue Funeral Home, 362 Waterloo Street at King Street, on Monday, April 24th from 2-4 and 7-9 o'clock. At Alex's request, please perk up your black with colour, colour, colour. The funeral service will be held at New Hope Community Church, 4009 Colonel Talbot Road, Lambeth on Tuesday, April 25th at 2 o'clock. Luke 6:21 Blessed are you who weep now for you will laugh. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Make a Wish Foundation.