Alfred Möeller was born March 19, 1939 in the city of Paderborn,
Germany, where he lived until his move to Canada in 1976. He was the
son of the late Adolf Wilhelm and Wilhelmine Maria (Haag)
Möeller. Immediately after finishing his education he joined the
family fashion business started by his father. What started as a
single Men's Wear store quickly grew to include several stores and
boutiques catering to everything from wedding fashions and children's
clothing to sporting goods. While living in Europe, he enjoyed
travelling, soccer, golfing, books and photography. In 1971, a
real-estate ad for a farm in Canada caught his eye and the Heppell
homestead in Mount Hebron soon became the family's summer vacation
spot. The lure of early retirement soon saw Alfred move his wife
Astrid, and children Marion and Andre to Canada permanently in 1976.
In 1977 a new baby girl, Vanessa became the latest addition to the
family. Early retirement quickly turned into the "Charlotte Ranch" now
one of the premier Standard Bred breeding operations in the Maritimes.
He enjoyed the farms success in 2004, when the first ever $100,000.00
Maritime-bred yearling colt, raised at the farm, was sold at auction
in PEI. Aside from starting a completely new career and enjoying its
success, he was thrilled with the arrival of 3 grandchildren;
Brittany, Zara and Nicholas. He spent an extraordinary amount of time
with them, enjoying their company, large family gatherings and
holidays, especially Christmas. His last wish was to be able to stay
at home during his illness which luckily was granted. Alfred passed
away at his residence on February 25, 2005 at the age of 65.
Alfred is survived by Astrid (Pache) his beloved wife of 42 years, 2
daughters; Marion Morrison and Christopher Gouchie of Mt. Hebron and
Vanessa at home, his son Andre and his wife Susan of Mt Hebron, 2
brothers, Claus and his wife Helga of Spain, Udo of Germany, his
sister, Gabriella Stegt of Germany, 3 Grandchildren; Zara Morrison,
Britney and Nicholas, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34
Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176), where visitation will be held
on Sunday from 2-4,7-9pm.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Francis Xavier
on Monday, February 28th at 10:00 am with Fr. Arnie Hachey
officiating.
There will be a time of fellowship with the family in the church hall
following the service.
