At the end of a long and happy life, Alex McDowell passed away on July 8, 2016. He was born in Northern Ireland in 1926, met the love of his life Margaret at a dance in Toronto and now leaves her behind after 65 years of marriage. Alex and Margaret were blessed with 4 children and their wonderful partners, Debby Tyler (Bill), Bob (Sue), Patricia Hyatt (Rick) and John (Robin), 6 grandchildren and 3.5 great-grandchildren. A visitation will be held at the JERRETT FUNERAL HOME, 660 Kennedy Road, Scarborough, on Monday, July 11, 2016 from 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at 10 a.m. Interment at Pine Hills Cemetery.