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Alfred Joseph Poechman passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025 at the Walkerton Hospital, at the age of 87.
Most recently, Alf resided at Brucelea Haven in Walkerton. Alf grew up on the family farm near Carlsruhe. He bought property not far from there, and operated Alf Poechman Logging and Firewood for many years on Maple Hill Sideroad. He later worked for Kitchener Forest Products, hauling logs. He married Gail (Welstead) and they had five children together. After their divorce, he met Marilyn, whom he has been with for about three decades.
He always enjoyed travel, whether it was with friends or family. In his later years, he enjoyed many trips with Marilyn, as well as trips to the casino. He was not the type to sit still, and always kept himself busy with something.
Alfred is predeceased by his parents, Henry “Alex” Poechman and Christina (Wand), his brothers John and Ralph Poechman of Carlsruhe, sisters Marie McLaughlin of London, Eileen Flaman of Jedburgh, Saskatchewan, Anne Van Eyk of Kitchener, Louise Hafermehl of Kitchener, and his eldest son Don Poechman. Predeceased by brothers-in-law, Edward McLaughlin of London, Robert Flaman of Jedburgh, Saskatchewan, Frank Van Eyk of Kitchener, Harvey Hafermehl of Kitchener, Earl Jackson of Port Burwell, Roy Bowser of Clarksburg, Murray Loucks of Meaford, and sister-in-law Phyllis Poechman of Hanover. Also predeceased by his ex-wife, Gail Poechman, father-in-law Jack and his wife Ruth Welstead of Thornbury, and father-in-law Harold and his wife Pauline Fidler of Hanover
Survived by his spouse, Marilyn Bennett of Hanover, sons Dave Poechman of Stayner, Dean (Nazeema) Poechman of Kitchener, daughters Denise (Doug) Caughy of Hanover, and Deanna (Brett Haller) Poechman of Paris. Survived by step-children Debbie Bennett (Brian Galbraith), Ron Bennett, Brenda Ortman (Murray Wright), all of Hanover, Nancy Reardon (Patrick) of Brantford, and Ken Bennett (Lorrie MacLean) of Hanover. Survived by sisters Reta Poechman of Kitchener, and Ruth Jackson of Port Burwell. Survived by brother-in-law Ron and his wife Shirley Fidler of Hanover. Also survived by sisters-in- law Jean Bowser, and Jacquie Loucks, both of Meaford, and brothers-in-law Ron Welstead of Meaford, and Norm Welstead of Mississauga.
Grandfather to Kerstin, Logan, Carina, Ryan, Aden, Alex, Addison and Ayron. Step-grandfather and great grandfather of too many to list, but he has given all of them nicknames.
Visitation will be held on Monday, November 10, 2025 from 10:00am until 10:45am at Holy Family Church in Hanover, followed by a funeral mass at 11:00am. Burial to follow at the Carlsruhe Cemetery.
Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Marilyn I'm so very sorry for your loss. Sending you big warm hugs 🤗
- Elaine KerrSending our heartfelt condolences.
- Chris and Brenda OberleMarilyn, our sincere condolences to you and your family.
- Reuben & Lorraine BorthAlthough we didn't know Alf personally, we have heard stories of what a character he was and I know some of that has rubbed off on his children. May the life he lived, comfort you all in this time of loss. Sending our condolences, Heidi, Kevin & Lauren
- Heidi SchausI first met Alf in 1989 up in Sundridge Ont. Where he was cutting a bush and I was hauling out the same roadway. I remember the huge loads he always hauled on that red Kenworth and enjoyed our talks we would have along the road. Later when Alf sort of slowed down with the long distance trucking he started buying loads of firewood from our operations here in the Huntsville area. I can still hear my drivers tell me messages from him he would send back to tell that Fisher to leave them peckerpoles in the bush as he always wanted larger logs to run through his processor. He would call me at night and we would talk for hrs about firewood, logging and trucking. He had many stories that he loved to share. He also loved going to Rama and would invite my wife and I down to meet him there and take us for dinner then a show. We were amazed at his luck as we watched him drop bills into those machines and before long the bells and sirens would be sounding and Alf would be standing there with a smirk like a kid who just got his first bike. He would always get us a room for the night and Shelley and I would laugh the next morning wondering what the cleaning staff thought as the room would be booked for Alf and I yet only 1 bed would have been roughed up and slept in. He was a good man and a good friend and Shelley and I will miss him. Rest in Peace Alf and thank you for being our friend.
- Tom FisherMarilyn and family So sorry to hear about your my thoughts and prayers are with you Take good care Linda
- Linda Mac DonaldMarilyn and Family: My deepest condolences to you all for your loss. He will be missed by many who knew him well. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May you find comfort and peace with loved ones. "God Bless"...
- Sharon HermanMarilyn,
My deepest condolences to you and your family for your loss.
Marilyn & families, my sincere condolences.
Cherish the great memories of being with Alf. May GOD comfort you all in this difficult time!
Susanne
Very privileged to have had a long history with Alf as our main log hauler for KFP and as a friend. With big shoes he filled the task of keeping all our woodlot landings cleaned up and delvered like clockwork. He was a skilled operator quick and efficient. Best on the bis. In the guise of a rough around the edges, gruff character he was a fair honest dedicated loyal man. When it came down to he always had my back. We will miss you Alf thanks for all the great years. Paul G
- Paul GingerichSending love and hugs to all of the family during this difficult time.
I (Donnette) always appreciated when Alfie's boys were jumping their dirt bikes up and down the ditch and I came along riding my blonde mare. He would yell at them to stop. Lucky for me, otherwise I would've ended up in the ditch with them.
Greg shares a story that one time Alfie had a logging truck in the ditch and Irv came to pull him out. Alfie thought things should go quicker and after sharing a few beverages he said Irv Wand Auto Sales and Towing should be renamed Tortoise Towing.
Hoping memories will help with the hurt. Sorry we won't be able to attend the funeral.
Well I am sorry to hear this news. I liked Alf a lot and I always thought he liked me too. He once said I can get any kind of lumber you want and I said i want 1000 board feet of Black Walnut and sure thing about a year later at 10:00 at night he phoned and Honked his truck horn and there he was in my driveway. "Where the hell do you want this lumber?" I will miss seeing you at the casino Alf RIP .
- Charlie AshburyOur condolences to the whole family
- Gail CesSending our condolences to all the family.
Cathryn and Kris
So sorry to hear of Alf's passing. He always had a greeting with a smile. Hold memories tight! Will think of him with every scratch ticket
- Paul and Janette KaufmanMarilyn and family
Our thought an prayers are with you
So sorry for your loss.
