It is with great sadness that the family and friends of Alfredo Magallon announce his sudden passing on Saturday, November 8, 2008. Al was a true warrior in his battle with cancer.
He was born in Mexico City on December 24, 1924 and later moved with his family to California. He served with the US Navy in WWII, surviving the kamikaze bombing of the USS Suwannee in 1944. His talent and love of music led to a career as a musician backing up many of the great singers in locations including Las Vegas and Hawaii. Later in life, Al turned his creative talent to the movie industry as a make-up artist where his many movie credits include "Texas Rangers", "Betrayed", "Fire With Fire" and "The Fourth War" as well as many television credits including "North of 60".
In his retirement years, he won the hearts of all ages as he played his music at local cafes in Calgary. Al enjoyed a life rich with music and friendship. When we remember him, we will smile though our hearts are aching. He will be dearly missed by so many.
Funeral Mass celebrated at St. Luke's Parish (1566 Northmount Drive N.W.) on Tuesday, November 18 followed by Graveside Service at Queen's Park Cemetery. Arrangements in care of Commemorative Services Funeral Directors.
From obituary published in the Calgary Herald from 11/12/2008 - 11/17/2008.
It is with great sadness that the family and friends of Alfredo Magallon announce his sudden passing on Saturday, November 8, 2008. Al was a true warrior in his battle with cancer.
He was born in Mexico City on December 24, 1924 and later moved with his family to California. He served with the US Navy in WWII, surviving the kamikaze bombing of the USS Suwannee in 1944. His talent and love of music led to a career as a musician backing up many of the great singers in locations including Las Vegas and Hawaii. Later in life, Al turned his creative talent to the movie industry as a make-up artist where his many movie credits include "Texas Rangers", "Betrayed", "Fire With Fire" and "The Fourth War" as well as many television credits including "North of 60".
In his retirement years, he won the hearts of all ages as he played his music at local cafes in Calgary. Al enjoyed a life rich with music and friendship. When we remember him, we will smile though our hearts are aching. He will be dearly missed by so many.
Funeral Mass celebrated at St. Luke's Parish (1566 Northmount Drive N.W.) on Tuesday, November 18 followed by Graveside Service at Queen's Park Cemetery. Arrangements in care of Commemorative Services Funeral Directors.
From obituary published in the Calgary Herald from 11/12/2008 - 11/17/2008.
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