Alexander John “Alex” Troup
November 25, 2025
TROUP, Alexander John “Alex” – Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at Hanover & District Hospital on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 in his 92nd year.
Beloved husband of the late Joan Troup (October 7, 2025). Loving father of Kelly and her husband Mark Keffer of Varney, the late Bill Troup (2020), and Sandy Troup of Holstein. Cherished grandfather of Jessica Keffer and her fiancé Paul Sherry, Victoria Keffer, Amanda Keffer and her partner Em Douma, Austin Walsom, and Tyler Troup. He was predeceased by his parents Grace and Melvin Troup, sisters Norma Porter, and Noreen Nelson and her husband Paul.
A heartfelt thank you the staff at Hanover & District Hospital for their care and compassion.
A come and go celebration of Alex’s life will be held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Saturday, December 6th from 1:00-4:00 p.m. with sharing of memories at 2:00 p.m.
Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Alex are asked to consider Cancer Patient Services. Online condolences and donations may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com
Condolences
I went to school with Alex in Holstein many years ago. I saw him again at the celebration of life for my brother, Aubrey Brown at Maplewood Cemetery. It was good to talk to him after so many years. I send my sincere condolences to his family and to his sister Noreen who also attended Holstein Continuation School.
— Marilyn Brown Preston, December 7, 2025Alex and Shirley Prendergast - February 16, 2019
Alex was always willing to help out our mother (Shirley Prendergast) whenever a little something needed fixing. He would often pop over for a glass of wine or a cold beer and share stories of his beloved horses or how he met Joan at "The Spot" in Mount Forest. Thinking of Alex today and sending heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. We are sincerely grateful for his kindness and friendship during mom's time at Pike Lake.
— Julie Prendergast, December 6, 2025Kelly,Mark , Sandy and families
Please accept our condolences for the loss of Alex, he was a great guy!
Steve and family
Kelly Sandy,Families, Alex was truly a great man, neighbor,and friend. We shared many stories, laughs, New Years Dinners. Very kind generous man. Our Sincere Condolences. Jim &Lynn Wright
— James C Wright, December 6, 2025Our sincere condolences to the entire Troop family. Don worked with Alex for the township for many years and more recently I worked at the Thrift store with him. He was always good for a laugh, or a story and we will miss him. May your fond memories help ease the your sorrow at this sad time.
— Don and Norma Lamont, December 3, 2025To all the families of the late Alex Troup So sorry to hear of the loss of Alex. I first met Alex at a store in Mildmay and a week or so later we meet at the 55+ club in Mildmay playing cards. Alex liked telling stories and playing cards and everyone there is going to miss him.
— Huck & Sandra Schnurr, November 30, 2025Sending our condolences to the Troup family on the passing of your father. He was a very special man and we have many great memories spent with him.
— Lorne and Florence Moyer, November 28, 2025Our sincerest condolences to Alex's family and friends.
Alex was a long time resident of Pike Lake and he will be missed dearly in our community.
I am very sad to hear of Alex’ passing. On behalf of me and the Prendergast family, please accept our sincere and heartfelt sympathy.
Susan Prendergast
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Kelly, Mark, Sandy and family: We send our deepest sympathy. Alex was indeed a great and helpful friend of our family. He really enjoyed the horses, and also helping out any way he could. He always had a twinkle in his eyes.- Barry & Thelma Rawn & family
— Barry & Thelma Rawn, November 27, 2025We recently honoured Alex as he retired from the Mount Forest Thrift Shop. Alex had volunteered with the store since it opened 16 years ago. He was our own "Mr. Fix It". He enjoyed coming to the store and we loved having him. And of course, always a story or two of days gone by. Alex was a great man and will be missed by all who knew him.
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Very sorry to hear about the passing of Alex and Joan- I met your mom a few times, but Alex was always around as we were growing up on the farm- had many laughs with him & his parents- we were happy for him when he gave up the bachelor living- had a nice chat with him in June, when Mom passed away- maybe they will all meet again?
Joyce Dodds- Barrette
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST HUGS AND LOVE DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME AND DAYS AHEAD XO
— Kathy Becker and Jeff Yates, November 27, 2025Kelly, Sandy and families,
As you remember the love, as you mourn the loss, may you celebrate the life. May the healing hands of time and the timeless love of God carry you gently through the coming days. Alex was a good man. He always had a kind word and good story. He will be truly missed.
Donna Clark
A truly wonderful man who contributed so much to our community
Many great memories with Alex riding the horse sleigh, getting something fixed or just sharing a story or joke. A life well-lived and someone who made a great impression on our lives. Rest well our friend ❤️ Fred and Sherry Shaw
I am from the Village where Alex and his wife lived . We are all very sorry to hear of this and on behalf of the Village we will be sending a donation in his memory . My favourite memory of Alex is him sitting in the lobby chatting and laughing with us , Alex always had a quick comeback for anything we said . We will miss him dearly .
— Dora Wilson, November 27, 2025To all of Alex's family and friends, please accept my sincere condolences on Alex's passing. My late husband Bev Troup was Alex's cousin and I have many fond memories of time spent with Alex and Joan. They were always handy, and willing to help and I'll always be grateful for his jokes, card games and meals shared. May your memories comfort you all. Marian Fox (formerly Troup) , England
— Marian E Fox, November 27, 2025My Condolences to Sandy and Kelly on your loss of a second parent in such a short time.
— Dr Hugh Perrin, November 26, 2025So sorry hear the loss of your and your mom a short time ago. Although it is difficult at this moment, hold all the great memories in your heart.
— Beth Dodds, November 26, 2025So sorry for for your loss Kelly &Mark, & Sandy. Especially just after the loss of your mom. Difficult times. Alex was such a help around the farm with the horses and other little tasks both before and after our dad passed away. Our dad and Alex had a special bond of some sort.
The Rawn family
Our sincere condolences. Many fond memories.
— Don and Anne Mckenzie, November 26, 2025Kelly, Mark and family, Sandy. We send our sincere condolences to you all. We’ll miss his stories and family reminiscences.
— Gord and Kathy Calder, November 26, 2025