Date of Birth: July 31, 1945
Date of Death: October 18, 2026
Allan Thompson Bear passed away on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, at Kamsack Hospital as the age of 81 with his family by his side.
Allan was born in Stoke-on-Trent, England and came to Regina, Saskatchewan as an infant in 1945. He received his education in Regina and began his career in the autobody industry. Throughout his career, he worked in Calgary, Canora and Yorkton. Al was well known for his strong managerial skills and exceptional talent for painting cars. While living in Calgary, he also owned and operated Mr. Pips Pizza Restaurant.
After leaving the autobody industry, Al and his partner Lorna operated Bear’s Camp at McLelland Lake in Northern Saskatchewan. They later owned and operated a Home Town Variety Store and Art Gallery in Hudson Bay, SK.
Al had a deep love for nature, and as he often saw it, there were two seasons: hunting and fishing. Following his retirement, his love of nature and connection to his Indigenous ancestry inspired him to return to his artwork. He especially enjoyed painting and carving antlers. He sold many of his creations and gifted others to family and friends, sharing his talent and creativity with those he loved.
Al and Lorna spent many summers camping and fishing together, making memories along the way. Above all, Al’s greatest love was his family. He had a wonderful imagination and delighted in creating and telling stories to his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His love for them was so special that he even wrote a book for each one, leaving them with a treasured piece of his heart and imagination.
Al will be lovingly remembered by his partner of 40 years, Lorna Boyce; his son Kirby Bear; his daughter, Kerry (Jeff) Dergousoff; and his stepdaughters, Terri Corney (Jeff Torgrimson) and Tracy (Arnold) Kerluke. He also leaves behind his sisters, Valerie Bear and Janet Babuef; nine grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Al was predeceased by his parents, Richard and Gladys Bear; his brothers, Samuel, Denis, Bernard and Richard; his brother-in-law, Chuck Babuef; his son-in-law, Andy Corney; and his granddaughter, Rebecca Shukin.
Al will be remembered for his artistic talents, his love of the outdoors, his storytelling, and most importantly, the deep love he held for his family. His stories, artwork, and the memories he created with those closest to him will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Arrangements were entrusted to Bailey’s Funeral Home.
